Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer science, business administration or a technology-related field . (equivalent experience may substitute for degree)

Expert in field plus broader knowledge of divisional and/or university operations

Minimum 10 years of experience in a combination of risk management, information security and IT jobs. At least four must be in a management/project management role.
Employment history must demonstrate increasing levels of responsibility
Extensive experience in delivering clear written and verbal communication to customers on all levels of the organization.
Thorough knowledge of English grammar, business writing, punctuation and spelling
Proven track record and experience in developing information security policies and procedures, as well as successfully executing programs that meet the objectives of excellence in a dynamic environment
A working knowledge of information security practices and concepts of intrusion detection/prevention, access controls and risk analysis
Poise and ability to act calmly and competently in high-pressure, high-stress situations
Excellent customer service and public relations skills.
Demonstrated ability to work with a variety of stakeholders, addressing the varied levels of understanding of the processes and requirements to achieve understanding and consensus
A critical thinker, with strong problem-solving skills, and unimpeachable integrity Excellent customer service and public relations skills.
Demonstrated ability to work with a variety of stakeholders, addressing the varied levels of understanding of the processes and requirements to achieve understanding and consensus
Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive communications with employees and external agencies
Ability to quickly learn and apply a variety of federal, state, and Gonzaga policies and procedures

Desired Qualifications:

Advanced degree in technology or business
Familiarity with relevant legal and regulatory requirements, including but not limited to: the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and Payment Card Industry/Data Security Standard (PCI-DSS), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)

Experience with contract and vendor negotiations

Professional security management certification, such as a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or other similar credentials

Certified Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) Foundation certification

Knowledge of common information security management frameworks, such as?ISO/IEC?27001,?ITIL,?COBIT, NIST and others

Gonzaga University is a Jesuit, Catholic, humanistic institution, and is therefore interested in candidates who will contribute to its distinctive mission. Gonzaga University is a committed EEO/AA employer and diversity candidates are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their disability status and/or protected veteran status.