City and County of San Francisco
0933-Manager V
City and County of San Francisco, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Chief Information Security Officer (0933 Manager V) - Department of Public Health
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Public Health Job class:
0933-Manager V Starting salary range:
$180,440 - $230,308 (Range A) Role type:
Permanent Civil Service Hours:
Full-time Exam type:
Position Based Test Rule:
Rule of the List List type:
Combined Promotive and Entrance About
The Department of Public Health prioritizes equitable and inclusive access to quality healthcare for its community and values the importance of diversity in its workforce. All employees work to advance equity, inclusion, and diversity with a specific lens and focus on race, ethnicity, gender, sex, sexuality, disability, and immigration status. Application Opening:
Friday, November 21, 2025 Application Deadline:
Friday, January 9, 2026 (Application filing will close on or after this date.) Position Overview
The San Francisco Department of Public Health is seeking a dynamic and experienced cybersecurity professional to join its IT leadership team. As the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) (0933 Manager V), you will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive information security strategy that safeguards the department’s systems, data, and services. Essential Functions
Provides strategic leadership in evaluating and mitigating information security threats across the organization using a structured, risk-based methodology. Advises executive leadership on identified risks and ensures timely execution of mitigation and remediation plans with integrity and discretion. Directs the ongoing development of the department’s information security program, including project portfolio management, incident response, policy frameworks, compliance activities, threat and vulnerability management, and third‑party risk management. Allocates and manages resources to support a robust security strategy. Identifies and advocates for strategic investments, oversees capital and operating budgets, and delivers ROI analyses and budget recommendations. Partners with the Office of Compliance and Privacy Affairs to assess data security risks related to contracts, projects, artificial intelligence solutions, and other initiatives. Develops tools and interventions to mitigate risks, establishes performance metrics, and monitors compliance through audits and assessments. Builds alignment and support for security goals and initiatives across internal and external stakeholders. Communicates effectively with leadership at all levels on trends, risks, and the overall effectiveness of the security program. Promotes awareness and understanding of regulatory requirements across the organization. Leads or collaborates on testing and auditing activities to ensure ongoing compliance and successful certifications. Analyzes security requirements and ensures compliance with industry standards such as HIPAA, NIST, and PCI‑DSS. Establishes and maintains comprehensive policies and procedures to support effective and sustainable security operations. Serves as the department’s representative in security‑related matters with City agencies and partners. Continuously monitors emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in cybersecurity to ensure the department’s security posture remains current and effective. Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience:
Five (5) years of professional healthcare information systems security experience, of which three (3) years must include supervising IT professionals.
Desirable Qualifications:
Possession of a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and/or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) certification.
EEO Statement
The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.
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Apply using SmartRecruiters, the City and County of San Francisco's application portal. Department:
Public Health Job class:
0933-Manager V Starting salary range:
$180,440 - $230,308 (Range A) Role type:
Permanent Civil Service Hours:
Full-time Exam type:
Position Based Test Rule:
Rule of the List List type:
Combined Promotive and Entrance About
The Department of Public Health prioritizes equitable and inclusive access to quality healthcare for its community and values the importance of diversity in its workforce. All employees work to advance equity, inclusion, and diversity with a specific lens and focus on race, ethnicity, gender, sex, sexuality, disability, and immigration status. Application Opening:
Friday, November 21, 2025 Application Deadline:
Friday, January 9, 2026 (Application filing will close on or after this date.) Position Overview
The San Francisco Department of Public Health is seeking a dynamic and experienced cybersecurity professional to join its IT leadership team. As the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) (0933 Manager V), you will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive information security strategy that safeguards the department’s systems, data, and services. Essential Functions
Provides strategic leadership in evaluating and mitigating information security threats across the organization using a structured, risk-based methodology. Advises executive leadership on identified risks and ensures timely execution of mitigation and remediation plans with integrity and discretion. Directs the ongoing development of the department’s information security program, including project portfolio management, incident response, policy frameworks, compliance activities, threat and vulnerability management, and third‑party risk management. Allocates and manages resources to support a robust security strategy. Identifies and advocates for strategic investments, oversees capital and operating budgets, and delivers ROI analyses and budget recommendations. Partners with the Office of Compliance and Privacy Affairs to assess data security risks related to contracts, projects, artificial intelligence solutions, and other initiatives. Develops tools and interventions to mitigate risks, establishes performance metrics, and monitors compliance through audits and assessments. Builds alignment and support for security goals and initiatives across internal and external stakeholders. Communicates effectively with leadership at all levels on trends, risks, and the overall effectiveness of the security program. Promotes awareness and understanding of regulatory requirements across the organization. Leads or collaborates on testing and auditing activities to ensure ongoing compliance and successful certifications. Analyzes security requirements and ensures compliance with industry standards such as HIPAA, NIST, and PCI‑DSS. Establishes and maintains comprehensive policies and procedures to support effective and sustainable security operations. Serves as the department’s representative in security‑related matters with City agencies and partners. Continuously monitors emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in cybersecurity to ensure the department’s security posture remains current and effective. Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience:
Five (5) years of professional healthcare information systems security experience, of which three (3) years must include supervising IT professionals.
Desirable Qualifications:
Possession of a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and/or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) certification.
EEO Statement
The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.
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