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Applicant Limit Notice: Please be advised that applications for this position will be capped at a maximum of 100 submissions. Once this threshold has been reached, the posting will close, and no further applications will be accepted. We encourage interested candidates to apply promptly to ensure consideration.
The Prince George’s County
Office of Information Technology is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill a
Chief Information Security Officer,
(Deputy Director G) grade
G35 position, in the
Cybersecurity Division.
About The Position
The Office of Information Technology (OIT) is seeking a highly experienced and strategic technology leader to serve as the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). This executive-level management position is responsible for overseeing the County’s enterprise cybersecurity strategy, governance framework, security policies, standards, and programs to ensure information assets, systems, and technologies are protected against internal and external threats. The CISO serves as the County’s subject matter expert on cybersecurity concepts, risk management, compliance requirements, and industry standards including ISO 27000 series, SOX, GDPR, PII, PCI, and related regulatory frameworks. The incumbent directs cybersecurity operations, security monitoring, threat assessment, incident response, cyber continuity planning, and resiliency initiatives across on-premises, cloud, and externally hosted environments supporting County applications, infrastructure, communications, endpoints, and data systems. This position develops risk-based security strategies, operational recommendations, and budget initiatives to support enterprise cybersecurity objectives and collaborates extensively with OIT technology divisions, the Office of Homeland Security, regional partners, and intergovernmental cybersecurity organizations including the COG IT Security Subcommittee and related State and regional workgroups. The position operates with considerable independence and requires exceptional leadership, sound judgment, strategic vision, and ethical conduct under the general supervision of the Chief Information Officer (CIO).
About The Agency
The Office of Information Technology (OIT) provides support for all of the agencies, departments, and branches of County government. The OIT Service Desk provides information technology support and maintenance services to Prince George’s County personnel. The Office of Information Technology is wholly dedicated to aligning technology efforts to support the strategic goals of the County. OIT will provide leadership, expertise, and resources in the ideation, development, and deployment of innovative technologies and streamlined processes to improve government efficiency, business interaction, and citizen access to government information and services.
Examples of Work
- Lead official for county-wide cyber and IT security strategy, policy and enforcement, Cyber office program development; develops fluid strategy and concepts regarding cyber security and data privacy.
- Develop and manage a comprehensive enterprise Cyber/IT security and risk management program.
- Lead and develop an effective and high performing Infosec team, integrated to work with the IT organization and County agencies and partners.
- Develop and recommend policies and procedures for appropriate use, and for detecting, deterring, and mitigating IT security threats; directs implementation, compliance and enforcement of enterprise-wide IT/Cyber security policy, standards and practices.
- Develop strategies for safeguarding the county's IT environment from cyber threats.
- Ensure that IT architecture and design comply with law and regulations.
- Interface with internal and external stakeholders serving as the public face for Cyber Security.
- Advise county leadership on cyber security awareness and issues.
- Advise and collaborate with the Office of Emergency Management regarding COOP, state legislation regarding cyber incident management and reporting, training and exercises, and physical security regarding access controls, policies and supporting technologies.
- Inform CIO of issues and recommend determinations.
- Advise OIT directors of IT/cyber polices, practices and protective measures regarding the IT environment and Cyber/IT security solutions.
- Respond to and addresses IT/Cyber security breaches and incidents, including overseeing the activation of the OIT IT security emergency response team and/or departmental incident response teams.
- Oversee security audits and tasks to confirm the integrity, confidentiality and availability of the enterprise's information technology environment.
- Oversee data searches that may be conducted by Infosec for MPIA, FOIA, e-discovery, document preservation and legal holds.
- Works with Office of Law, CEX Offices of IG, COS Communications, OEA, PAB and ACC, and law enforcement related to cyber incidents.
- Prepare reports and advisements.
- Ensure that tools are implemented for early threat detection to reduce the risk of attacks against the IT environment and systems.
- Conduct enforcement and compliance activities and implement threat and Cyber Security awareness campaigns.
- Conduct and/or support investigations of suspected information security misuse.
- Practice the utmost discretion in communicating security exposures, misuse and non-compliance, and communicate status and updated requirements of security matters to management as appropriate.
- Manage the IT Security Office (Infosec), establishes staff, resource requirements, defense-in-depth architecture, targets, policies and procedures, and administrative matters including development of Infosec budgets within parameters.
- Supervise staff and contractors, makes assignments, plans training and skill development; conducts coaching.
- Develop requirements for contractors and brings issues related to contractor performance to the OIT Contracts Manager.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in any field.
- Previous professional experience overseeing enterprise cybersecurity strategy, governance framework, security policies, standards, and programs to ensure information assets, systems, and technologies are protected against internal and external threats.
An equivalent combination of education, experience and training that demonstrate the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities may be taken into consideration.
Preferred Qualifications
- A valid driver's license.
EACH APPLICATION MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION THAT CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION.
Additional Information
Salary Range Transparency: The salary range listed in this announcement reflects the offer range for this position. Offers made within this range are based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity.
Tentative Interview Dates: June 22-26, 2026
. Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details.
Job Location: 9201 Basil Ct, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
Conditions of Employment: Upon selection, the candidate must (where applicable):
- Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.
- Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties.
- Successfully pass preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings.
- Be willing and able to serve as an essential employee. Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.
ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED
Eligibility to Work: Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, an employer is required to hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to provide and verify authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S., only after an offer has been accepted and the Form I-9 is completed. For information on E-Verify, or if you believe the County has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or visit their website at dhs.gov/E-Verify.
INTERNAL APPLICANTS: If you are a current Prince George's County Government employee and seeking a promotion, in accordance with Section 16-200 of the Personnel Law, you have the right to appeal a rejection rating within five (5) working days of receiving a rejection notice. Union employees should refer to their respective collective bargaining agreement and/or union representative for their grievance procedure.
Prince George's County Government is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
General Plan Information
The Prince George’s County benefits plan year is from January 1 to December 31.
A spouse (to include a same sex spouse) can be added to the health benefit plans. A marriage certificate and social security number is required to add a spouse.
Children under the age of 26 are eligible for coverage under the health benefit plans. This includes stepchildren and children of the same-sex spouse. A birth certificate(s) and social security number(s) is required to add a child(ren). If you are only adding the stepchildren or child(ren) of a same-sex spouse, you will need to submit a marriage certificate. You will also need to submit the birth certificate of the child(ren) and your spouse must be listed as a parent.
The premiums for health benefits are deducted on a pre-tax basis with the exception of Long-Term Disability, Extra Life Insurance and Voluntary Benefits (Short-Term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, Cancer Indemnity, Hospital Indemnity Protection, Accident Indemnity Plan, Supplemental Dental and Group Legal Services).
New employees must enroll in the County’s health benefit plans within thirty (30) days of the hire date.
The effective date of the health benefits coverage is the
beginning of the month following a waiting period of forty-five (45) days from the date of hire.
After enrolling in the County’s benefit plans, employees may only make changes to the plans either during the open enrollment period, which occurs annually (usually each October), and/or during the year, due to a family status change (i.e., marriage, births, divorce and adoption).
Employee Benefits
Prince George’s County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following:
- Medical/Prescription/Dental/Vision Insurance Coverage (part time employees are eligible for medical insurance if they work 15 + hours, per week)
- Group Term Life Insurance
- Long & Short-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Dependent Care Assistance Program
- Health Care Flexible Spending Account
- Paid Leave (Annual, Personal, & Sick)
- 13 Paid Holidays
- Retirement Benefits
- Defined Benefit Pension Plan
- Employer Contribution Rate-11.71%
- Supplemental Pension Plan
- Employee Contribution Rate (Pre-Tax)-3.48%
- 457(b)
- 403(b)
- Employee Discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Voluntary Benefits
- Critical Illness
- Whole Life Insurance
- Accident Insurance
- Legal Services
For additional details, please visit: https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/human-resources-management/employees/benefits
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IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ AND ACKNOWLEDGE: I acknowledge and understand that my responses to the supplemental questions must align with the information provided under the Work Experience and Education sections of my application. My responses to the questions below and the information provided under Work Experience and Education will determine if I meet all minimum qualifications for the position. I understand that attaching a resume does not fulfill the requirement to complete the application and answer all questions. While I am encouraged to attach a resume, I understand that only information provided in my application will be used to evaluate my experience and education for this opportunity.
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Which best describes your highest level of education completed?
- Some high school, but did not graduate
- High School Diploma or G.E.D
- Some college, but no degree completed
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctorate/PHD/JD
- Other
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If you selected "Other" for the previous question on education, please identify/input your highest level of education.
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Which of the following best describes your major?
- Computer Science
- Cybersecurity / Information Security
- Information Technology
- Information Systems
- Business Administration/Management
- Other
- N/A
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How many years of experience establishing or overseeing cybersecurity governance, policies, and standards across an organization do you possess?
- I do not possess this experience
- Less than 1 year of experience
- 1 year of experience
- 2 years of experience
- 3 years of experience
- 4 years of experience
- 5+ years of experience
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If the previous question applies to you, please explain your experience as well as list/dates of employment with your answer. Answers such as "See Resume" will not be accepted.
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Do you have experience overseeing compliance with cybersecurity or data protection regulations (e.g., ISO, GDPR, PCI)?
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If the previous question applies to you, please explain your experience as well as list/dates of employment with your answer. Answers such as "See Resume" will not be accepted.
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Have you held a professional role where you were responsible for setting cybersecurity direction at an executive or organizational level?
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If the previous question applies to you, please explain your experience as well as list/dates of employment with your answer. Answers such as "See Resume" will not be accepted.
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Have you overseen cybersecurity operations such as monitoring, incident response, or threat management? At what scale?
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Do you have a valid driver's license?
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Are you willing and able to participate as an essential employee? Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.
