Logo
Tulane University Staff

Chief Information Security Officer

Tulane University Staff, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, 70123

Save Job

The Chief Information Security Officer performs all job responsibilities with a high degree of independence to provide specialized consulting, materials, programs, and analysis related to the areas of computer, information, and network security. This position coordinates the development, implementation, and administration of high-level security policies, practices, standards, and programs for all units of the University. This position participates in project development to ensure security best practices are maintained. The Chief Information Security Officer coordinates the development and execution of effective security awareness programs. This position participates as a member of Technology Services (TS) Leaderships. This position provides pertinent security information and input to strategic and tactical planning, budget preparation, as well as initiatives and projects planning.

The Chief Information Security Officer facilitates and directs the timely dissemination of security information. This position coordinates the assessment of computer systems and network security risks. This position investigates and develops contingency plans by undertaking risk analysis, security investigations, surveys, and threat assessments. The Chief Information Security Officer coordinates policy development and security investigations with the offices of the Vice President of Information Technology, the General Counsel, and Internal Audit. This position attends conferences and training (as required) to maintain proficiency. • Excellent working knowledge of Healthcare Information Security and HIPAA compliance. • Familiarity with data administration concepts, systems development life cycles (SDLC), data dictionaries, and database management software.

• Strong understanding of corporate application systems and security requirements.

• Strong leadership and supervisory skills and the ability to be effective in a decentralized environment.

• Highly proficient team building skills.

• Demonstrated skills in budget development, financial management and resource management.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills; demonstrated ability to prioritize and effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet established deadlines.

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. • 10 years of varied information technology experience, including extensive supervisory experience. • 7 years of directly related computer and network security experience.

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification.

• Master's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field. • Multiple security specific certifications.

• HIPAA knowledge with respect to clinic and hospital operations. • Computer Forensics experience.

• Law enforcement technology experience.

• Knowledge of Data Privacy legislation.

• Knowledge of Data Governance.

• Experience in specific technical areas such as system programming and administration, applications development, database administration, network operations, user support, and data center operations.