Title: Information Security Officer Previous Applicants Need Not Apply
State Role Title: Information Security Officer
Hiring Range: Commensurate with Experience, Up to $120,000
Pay Band: UG
Agency: Attorney General & Dept of Law
Location: Office of the Attorney General
Agency Website: https://www.oag.state.va.us/
Recruitment Type: General Public - G

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 7 years of experience in information security, with at least 3 years in a leadership role
• Thorough knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, standards, and best practices
• Experience implementing and managing enterprise security solutions
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex security concepts to technical and non-technical audiences
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations related to information security
• Experience with security incident response and management

• Lead the development and implementation of information security policies, standards, and procedures for the Commonwealth
• Oversee security risk assessments, vulnerability management, and incident response activities
• Develop and manage the information security budget and resource allocation
• Coordinate with agency leadership to align security initiatives with organizational objectives
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards including NIST, FISMA, and VA-specific security requirements
• Provide security guidance and expertise to IT projects across state agencies
• Lead security awareness training programs for state employees
• Collaborate with federal, state, and local partners on cybersecurity initiatives
• Manage security operations including monitoring, detection, and response
• Report security metrics and program status to executive leadership