Information Security Officer

Information Security Officer

Information Security

Job #548135

Close Date: Sunday, June 22, 2025

(Internal Only)

 

At Cal Poly Humboldt, bold hearts and open minds shape the future.

Founded in 1913, Cal Poly Humboldt began as a small college for teachers. Today Humboldt has grown into a comprehensive university with rigorous science and liberal arts programs. Designated a polytechnic in 2022, Cal Poly Humboldt provides hands-on, impactful educational opportunities that lead to meaningful, measurable outcomes for the individual, for the state, and the world.

Cal Poly Humboldt is proud to have more than 6,000 students of all backgrounds spread across 61 majors, 13 graduate programs, and 4 credential programs — all of whom contribute passion and creativity within their fields and set the stage for a future grounded in equity and sustainability. Hands-on learning, inspired teaching, ground-breaking research, and thought-provoking creative activity happen daily at Humboldt.

Finding a better future is a task for the bold and open, the down-to-earth and visionary. Cal Poly Humboldt strives to cultivate these qualities in leaders, innovators, and scholars in every field.

 

(Job #548135) Administrator II, Information Security Officer, Salary Range: $5,053 - $16,221 monthly Hiring Range: $10,000 -  $12,750 monthly. This is a full-time, benefited, exempt, 12-month pay plan in Information Security. This position is an Administrator II in the California State University Management Personnel Plan (MPP). Under this plan, incumbents are subject to normal management reviews and serve at the pleasure of the University President. Additional information can be found at: http://www.calstate.edu/HRAdm/policies/mpp.shtml. This position comes with a premium benefits package that includes outstanding vacation, medical, dental, and vision plans, life insurance, voluntary pre-tax health and dependent care reimbursement accounts, a fee waiver education program, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), and 14 paid holidays per year. Additional benefits information can be found at https://hraps.humboldt.edu/employee-benefits. Please note that this is an internal recruitment open only to active, stateside, Cal Poly Humboldt Employees.

 

Position Summary:

The Information Security Officer (ISO) leads Cal Poly Humboldt’s information security program, reporting to the Chief Information Officer. The ISO oversees campus-wide security planning, operations, risk assessments, compliance, training, and incident response. This role balances security needs with operational functionality and innovation to support institutional goals.

The ISO ensures compliance with CSU policies, industry standards, and legal requirements; supports audits and investigations; and safeguards sensitive data. They lead a team of professionals, collaborate with stakeholders to develop policies and procedures, and serve as the primary campus liaison on information security matters.

Additionally, the ISO contributes to IT planning and service improvement efforts, staying current on emerging risks and trends. Their leadership ensures the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of campus information assets.

Familiarity with the University’s mission, strategic goals, and IT infrastructure is essential. This position may include remote work, with expectations defined in the Telecommute Program and ITS employee handbook.

 

Key Responsibilities:

 

Leadership and Team Management – 15%

Lead a high-performing team in a collective bargaining environment, including performance management, mentoring, and fostering cross-functional collaboration. Ensure appropriate levels of recognition, professional guidance, and shared accountability.

In collaboration with the Chief Information Officer and Information Technology Services Budget Analyst, plan and oversee annual budget allocations and expenditures for the Information Security department in accordance with university fiscal guidelines.

 

​​Information Security Program Management – 30%

Program Management: Oversee and manage the campus information security program, including compliance, training, awareness, vulnerability management, intrusion detection/preventi