Information Security Officer Position Available In Kennebec, Maine

Information Security Officer at Manpower Group in Augusta, Maine, United States Job Description Information Security Officer 12+ month contract

Location:

Augusta, Maine•onsite in Augusta 2 times a month•Looking for local candidates in New England

ABOUT THE JOB DETAILS

Hybrid Work Opportunity•Majority remote with an on-site requirement of every other Tuesday. The selected individual will be required to come on-site to obtain their equipment and have a tour of the facility upon their start. There may be a few occasions when an extra on-site day may be needed (example: on-site audits). The role of the Agency Information Security Officer is to provide consultative, professional advice and expertise about security issues to agency and executive management; is the agency subject matter expert on information security matters. The position will work with agencies and IT divisions to identify, assess, prevent, protect, and mitigate information security risks, threats, and vulnerabilities to safeguard business operations. This individual will serve as a central point of contact on security related matters for agencies to assist in their strategic planning, operational needs, incident response operations, and regulatory compliance efforts.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

As the Agency Information Security Officer, you will: ? Collaborate with agencies and IT to strengthen the state’s security posture through continuous assessment, proactive security measures, and alignment of security initiatives with business goals. ? Exercise independent judgment on critical security matters, including risk assessments, resource allocation, and policy implementation, ensuring the agency’s operations and inter-agency relationships are secure and compliant with state and federal regulations. ? Work closely with sections of the Information Security Office to implement and support the State of Maine Information Security Program Plan, fostering cross-functional collaboration to address emerging threats and vulnerabilities. ? Engage with stakeholders across agencies to integrate security strategies into business objectives, ensuring that security operations and initiatives directly support the agency’s missions, goals, and regulatory compliance needs. ? Serve as the primary point of contact for the escalation of cybersecurity issues, ensuring that concerns are promptly addressed and resolved in a timely, coordinated, and efficient manner to minimize risk and maintain business continuity. ? Advise on Security Policies & Standards•Develop, review, and enforce