Information Security Officer

Minimum Education and Experience Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.
• A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in information security, risk management, or compliance.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Experience in information security, risk management, and compliance.
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations, particularly NIST. Knowledge in ISO 27001, HIPAA, and PCI DSS is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and assess security risks.
• Experience in conducting security audits, risk assessments, and vulnerability assessments.
• Knowledge of security technologies such as encryption, firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and SIEMs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to a non-technical audience.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong organizational and project management skills.
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Familiarity with programming and scripting languages is a plus.
• Ability to stay up-to-date with the latest security threats, technologies, and industry regulations.

Physical Requirements:

• Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks.
• Frequently sit, grasp lightly/fine manipulation.
• Occasionally stand/walk, use a telephone, occasionally lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh 21-40 pounds.
• Rarely writing by hand, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 20 pounds and lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh >40 pounds.

About Stanford

Stanford is one of the world’s leading universities, supported by diverse staff who share a passion for the University’s teaching, learning, research, and clinical care mission. At Stanford, you’ll find a pervasive culture of excellence, innovation, collaboration, and life-long learning. We work for the greater good. We don't have stock options; there’s no profit sharing (because we’re a non-profit). Stanford will match-and-double your retirement contributions, help with your dependent's tuition, and provide several healthcare options that include zero deductible plan. Because Stanford is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, you might qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program with the Dept of Education. Explore some of the many perks enjoyed by our employees at https://sweeteners.stanford.edu and https://uit.stanford.edu/guide/perks

Scale the Knowledge (If Not the Solution)

As an educational institution, we value knowledge sharing and didactic exchange. Here are other activities relating to your practice.

• Collaborate with any of the 1,500 members of the campus IT community
• Join our IT community, attend lunch-and-learns, participate in annual campus events and give presentations related to IT initiatives
• Share your discoveries and experience with other information security teams within our university and peer institutes
• Mentor emerging talent

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.