Deputy Director III

Position Title:

Deputy Director III (Vice Chief, Texas Cyber Command)

Class/Group:

1632/B35

Military Occupation Specialty Code:

N/A

Fair Labor Standards Act Status:

Exempt

Number Of Vacancies:

1

Salary Range:

$19,166.67 - $20,416.67

Duration:

Regular

Hours Worked Weekly:

40

Travel:

Occasional

Work Location:

• San Antonio, Texas – preferred work location
• Austin, Texas - optional

Web Site:

Www.Txcc.Texas.Gov

Refer Inquiries To:

Careers@Txcc.Texas.Gov

How To Apply:

• Select the link below to search for this position:  https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en
• Enter the job posting number “00053513” in the keyword search.
• You must create a CAPPS Career Section candidate profile or be logged in to apply.
• Update your profile and apply for the job by navigating through the pages and steps.
• Once ready, select “Submit” on the “Review and Submit” page.
• If you have problems accessing the CAPPS Career Section, please follow the instructions in the Resetting CAPPS Password for Job Candidate desk aid.

Special Instructions:

• Applicants must provide in-depth information in the EXPERIENCE & CREDENTIALS section to demonstrate how they meet the position qualifications. Incomplete applications may result in disqualification.
• Resumes may be uploaded as an attachment but are not accepted in lieu of the information required in the EXPERIENCE & CREDENTIALS section of the application.

Interview Place/Time:

Candidates will be notified for appointments as determined by the selection committee.

Selective Service Registration:

Section 651.005 of the Government Code requires males, ages 18 through 25 years, to provide proof of their Selective Service registration or proof of their exemption from the requirement as a condition of state employment.

H-1b Visa Sponsorship:

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Texas Cyber Command does not exclude anyone from consideration for recruitment, selection, appointment, training, promotion, retention, or any other personnel action, or deny any benefits or participation in programs or activities, which it sponsors on the grounds of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability.  Please call 512-463-5920 to request reasonable accommodation.

Education

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in information technology security, computer information systems, computer science, management information systems, or a related field.
• Additional years of work-related experience may be used to substitute for each year of formal education. (High School diploma or equivalent certificate required.)

Experience And Training Required

• Minimum of eight (8) years of senior-level experience in information security programs and IT risk management including security risk assessment, information privacy protection, security training and awareness, and security policies and standards.
• Minimum of eight (8) years of technical-level experience in one or more of the following: threat and vulnerability management, host and network security technologies, network security audit and analysis, operational security, regulatory frameworks, incident response and event management; application and web security technologies.
• Minimum of six (6) years of supervisory experience providing performance evaluations, coaching, and leading a group of technical professionals.
• Extensive experience leading complex, multi-stakeholder enterprise, cyber or national security organizations, preferably with strategic, market, and operational components.

Education Preferred

• Graduation from an accredited law school with a LL.B. or J.D. degree
• Licensed to practice law in the state of Texas

Experience & Training Preferred

• Experience as an organization or enterprise Cybersecurity or Information Security Officer.
• Experience in taking a risk-based approach to prioritizing security efforts.
• Experience with state and federal information technology regulatory issues.
• Experience with 1 Texas Administrative Code Chapter 202.
• Experience working directly with outsourced IT service delivery organizations.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Proven expertise in complex operating or market environments, cyber threat intelligence, strategic planning, and statewide or enterprise-scale security campaigns.
• Knowledge of information security management, IT security controls and information protection as applied to enterprise organizations.
• Knowledge of Texas State government and related legislative and budget processes.
• Knowledge of security metrics, benchmarking activities and expectations, and security infrastructure management and operational monitoring processes.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, from executive and legislative leaders to private-sector and academic partners.
• Strong public presence and communication skills, with the credibility to represent TXCC at the highest levels.
• Skill in establishing plans and setting objectives and goals for operations of a large and/or complex state government organization.
• Skill influencing others to perform their jobs in a timely, accurate, and effective manner.
• Visionary thinking paired with disciplined execution. Ability to see the future and build the roadmap to reach it.
• Demonstrated ability to build new organizations, lead large-scale transitions, and deliver transformative results.
• Ability to demonstrate an unshakable commitment to serving the people and protecting the future of the State of Texas.
• Ability to learn new things and keep up with the pace of technological changes.
• Ability to demonstrate a growth mindset by showing curiosity and willingness to challenge self and others to learn and evolve, regardless of situation or context. 
• Ability to collect the appropriate information from the user to expedite the resolution of the problem. Demonstrate good judgment in investigating and escalating problems.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and initiatives.
• Ability to prepare technical issues papers and research reports and effectively deliver oral presentations and written reports to IT and non-IT management.
• Ability to mentor and advise agency and customer technical staff.
• Ability to create a vision and energize the appropriate teams in the organization to deliver that vision.
• Ability to effectively lead and manage a team; includes motivating team members, driving individual and team productivity, providing guidance and direction, setting clear expectations, having difficult conversations, and making difficult decisions. 
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and cordial working relationships at all organizational levels, including agency management, direct supervisors, co-workers, and internal and external customers.
• Ability to effectively interpret and develop policies, procedures and regulations.
• Ability to understand, follow and convey brief oral and/or written instructions.
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing; in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, and to support and contribute to a cohesive team environment.
• Ability to handle stressful situations and time constraints when necessary.
• Ability to travel as necessary to support agency requirements.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet required deadlines.
• Ability to work under pressure and exacting schedules to complete assigned tasks.
• Ability to comply with all agency policies and applicable laws.
• Ability to comply with all applicable safety rules, regulations, and standards.

Computer Skills

• Proficiency in the use of a computer and applicable software necessary to perform work assignments e.g., word processing, spreadsheets (Microsoft Office preferred.)

Other Requirements

• Regular and punctual attendance at the workplace

• Criminal Background Check

Working Conditions

• Frequent use of computers, copiers, printers, and telephones
• Frequent standing, walking, sitting, listening, and talking
• Frequent work under stress, as a team member, and in direct contact with others
• Occasional bending, stooping, lifting, and climbing

• Occasional Travel Required