Dallas College is hiring a chief information security officer to lead the institution’s cybersecurity operations and strategy in an on-campus, in-person role based in Dallas.
The CISO will serve as a senior-level administrator responsible for the development and execution of an enterprisewide security vision. The position oversees programs that safeguard the college’s academic and administrative systems and ensures compliance with regulatory standards, including FERPA, HIPAA, PCI, GLBA and Texas-specific frameworks such as TX-RAMP and NIST 800-53.
Key responsibilities include directing IT risk management and governance, leading architecture reviews, developing risk mitigation strategies and establishing security protocols and procedures. The CISO will also manage vendor security, oversee a Security Operations Center and develop incident response plans. Cross-campus collaboration is central to the role, as the CISO will work closely with departments to embed data security into operational workflows and support training for faculty and staff.
The position requires more than 10 years of experience in information security or IT risk management, including leading a security program in a complex organization. Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree with additional education in information security, managerial experience in IT services, and certifications such as CISSP or CISM.
The role is classified as full-time under Dallas College’s Administrator Range E11, with a minimum annual salary of $154,400. Applications are due via the college's website by Sept. 29, 2025.
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Dallas College to Hire Chief Information Security Officer
Key responsibilities include directing IT risk management and governance, leading architecture reviews, developing risk mitigation strategies, and establishing security protocols and procedures.
