Information Assurance Manager

Classification Title:

MGR, IT

Job Description:

The Information Assurance Manager is responsible for leading and managing the execution of the Information Assurance (IA) program which includes assessing and documenting the institution’s risk and compliance posture as they relate to its information assets. Responsibilities of this role include directing the activities of risk analysts performing these functions, mentoring, and motivating staff, measuring performance, and making continuous improvements. This role acts as advisor to IT and business executives on the status of technology risk and compliance issues based on assessment results and information from various monitoring and control systems, educates IT and business executives on appropriate mitigation strategies and approaches, and provides oversight regarding audit, regulatory and risk management activities across IT functional areas, such as the development and maintenance of regulatory documentation.

About UF Information Technology

The UF Information Technology division is comprised of seven departments reporting to the Vice President & Chief Information Officer. The departments reporting directly to the VP & CIO are: Academic Technology, Research Computing, Infrastructure & Communication Technology, Enterprise Systems, Information Security Office, Customer Experience & Resource Planning, and the UFIT Business Center. With established governance advisory committees and a set of well-defined, transparent processes aiding decision-making, UFIT strives to provide exceptional IT services in support of UF’s mission. For more information about UFIT and its goals and governance, visit: http://www.it.ufl.edu/vp-cio-office/strategic-plan/ .

Learn more about UFIT at https://it.ufl.edu/ and @GoGatorsUFIT.

About the University of Florida

UF is one of the nation’s top-5 universities and a dynamic and rewarding place to work. The University seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of its commitment to serve a diverse global community. Plus, UF is in Gainesville, one of Florida’s most livable cities. Known for its natural attractions (wetlands, forests, springs, wildlife) and cultural offerings (music, theater, visual arts, and historic districts), the area also is gaining a reputation as a thriving hub for high-tech start-ups, as well as invention and research collaborations. We are excited about what’s happening here and know you will want to be a part of it.

UF Information Technology is committed to attracting, hiring, and retaining a diverse workforce and values diversity of thoughts, background, and experience. Achieving a top-5 public university ranking means we make it a priority to employ and work with people with different backgrounds, cultures, abilities, and ethnicities to discover new ways to leverage technology for teaching, learning, research, and the business needs of a comprehensive land-grant institution. We welcome applications from individuals who would bring additional dimensions to the university’s vision and mission.

Expected Salary:

$115,000 – $120,000; commensurate based on education and experience. In addition, the University of Florida offers a very competitive benefits package. https://benefits.hr.ufl.edu/

Minimum Requirements:

Master's degree and two years of relevant experience; or a bachelor's degree and four years of relevant experience. Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will possess the following experience and skills:

• 8 years of combined IT and security experience with a broad range of exposure to data, networks, systems, and web applications preferred.
• Outstanding communicator and possess excellent written and verbal communication skills; interpersonal skills; and the ability to work collegially and interact effectively with a diverse constituency.
• Ability to work collaboratively and build strategic relationships with both internal and external clients.

Advanced level knowledge of:

• Security issues, techniques, and implications across all existing computer platforms.
• IT auditing and risk management.
• Security standards, applicable laws, and regulations (NIST, HIPAA, HITECH, PCI, FERPA, Florida Statutes).

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applicants are required to submit with their application:

• Cover Letter
• Resume or CV
• Professional References (Minimum of 3)

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required: No