The Texas Office of the Attorney General (TxOAG) is hiring a chief information security officer to lead its enterprise information security program and set the strategic direction for protecting agency systems, data and infrastructure.
The CISO leads the agency’s cybersecurity strategy and works with internal divisions, state and federal agencies and vendors to implement security practices aligned with established policies and standards. The role advises the CIO on security risk and acceptable risk levels, oversees cybersecurity operations and incident response, and ensures security is embedded into digital transformation efforts such as cloud expansion and modernization.
Responsibilities include directing the agency’s Security Operations Center, managing threat intelligence collection and analysis, conducting risk assessments and audits, and enforcing cybersecurity policies and procedures. The CISO is also responsible for building and leading a high-performing security team, promoting security awareness and training, and representing the agency in internal and external forums on information security strategy. The position reports to the CIO, Tina McLeod, and supports the agency’s mission of delivering secure and reliable technology services statewide.
Applicants must have 10 years of full-time experience in information security, IT or risk management, along with deep technical expertise in areas such as security operations, incident management, intrusion detection and security systems deployment. Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university in a related field is generally preferred, though relevant experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis. Preferred qualifications include professional certifications such as CISSP, CISA, CISM or CRISC.
The full-time position is based in Austin and offers a monthly salary ranging from $14,583 to $17,083. The posting is listed as ongoing.
The city of Austin is also actively searching for a new CISO, with a first round of candidate evaluations scheduled for March 2.
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Texas Attorney General’s Office Hiring CISO
What to Know:
- The Texas Office of the Attorney General is hiring a chief information security officer to lead its enterprise cybersecurity strategy and operations.
- The CISO will oversee incident response, security operations, policy enforcement and strategic risk management, reporting directly to the CIO.
- Applicants must have at least 10 years of experience in information security or risk management, with strong technical and leadership qualifications.
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