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Information Security Risk Manager

Job Number Full/Part Time Schedule Salary
24487067 Full Time 8AM - 5PM Commensurate with Experience

Position Information

The Information Security Office (ISO) Risk Manager oversees core information security functions in the risk, compliance and outreach areas for the university. The ISO Risk Manager is responsible for establishing and maintaining an enterprise-wide information security risk management program to support the adequate protection of university's information assets. This position is responsible for leading a team and a program for identifying, evaluating, and reporting on information security risks in a manner that meets compliance and regulatory requirements, and aligns with and supports the risk posture of the enterprise. This includes the establishment of formal guidelines for secure technologies, architectures, and programs, such as: GRC tool, vendor risk assessments, PCI compliance, unit/department risk assessments, etc.

This position will work with the CISO and other ISO managers to develop, manage, and report on risk metrics at all levels within the university. It will also proactively work with business units to implement practices that meet defined policies and standards for information security. The ISO Risk Manager also oversees a variety of IT-related risk management activities, as well as outreach, and compliance activities.

This position is classified as remote with occasional visits to the campus as needed. Working hours will be based on Pacific Standard Time (PST). The maximum budgeted annual salary for this position is $131,100.

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is eight weeks after their first date of employment.

Education

Education Requirements

Degree Requirement
Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience with an emphasis in computer science, data processing, computer information systems, or in a related field. Required

Certifications

Certification Requirement
CISSP Preferred
CRISC Preferred

Experience

Experience Requirement
6 - 10 years of related experience. Required
Previous supervisory/managerial experience. Preferred

Special Conditions

Special Condition Requirement
Must pass a background check. Required
Occasional travel for university related business meetings, conferences and/or professional development. Required
Travel Outside of Normal Business Hours Required

Minimum Requirements

Advanced knowledge of the IT security function.
Expert knowledge of data encryption technologies.
Advanced knowledge of IT security.
Excellent verbal and written communication, quantitative and analytical skills.
Excellent critical thinking, persuasion/negotiation, mentoring, leadership/management and problem solving abilities.
Demonstrated knowledge of secure hardware, software and network design techniques.
Broad knowledge of other areas of IT.
Human Resources policies and procedures. relating to management responsibilities.
Demonstrated skill in managing technical staff.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of department processes and procedures.

Additional Information

In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.

UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.

  • UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.

  • UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020

  • UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.

  • Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019

  • Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings

  • UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.


The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview

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