Information Technology Security And Data Manager (Technical Manager V)

​Agency: Department of Transportation

Position Title: Technical Manager V
Closing Date/Time: 01/31/2025
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $6,519 Monthly; Full Range $6,519 - $10,831 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: NR916 Pro-Tech Teamsters

 

 

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

 

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

 

Posting Identification Number  44434 - IPR#47315

 

Position Overview

 

This position is responsible for management of the Information Technology (IT) data strategy.  The incumbent will provide oversight of all data management and security activities and will be responsible for developing and implementing IT data security policies, procedures, and guidance designed to reduce risk; monitor data usage, storage, and compliance; and implement controls to prevent vulnerabilities with the department’s data.  

 

Why Work for Illinois?

 

 

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

 

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
 

 

Essential Functions

• Manages the department’s data security activities, ensuring every effort is taken to properly identify, catalog, store, and protect the data.
• Develops and implements IT data security policies, procedures, and guidelines designed to reduce risk and monitor data usage, storage, compliance as well as implement controls to prevent vulnerabilities with the department’s data.
• Ensures existing data warehouses and new implementations comply with industry data security regulations such as HIPAA, Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCIDSS), and GDPR.
• Develops and updates the department’s data security policies and procedures, conducts internal compliance reviews, and works with staff to enhance the department’s security posture.
• Plans, coordinates, and executes data security projects and initiatives as well as ensures alignment with the department’s goals and objectives.
• Leads and supervises data security teams, provides training, and mentors data security staff ensuring new implementations are compliant with industry data security regulations.
• Provides training and guidance to all departmental staff on best security practices.
• Performs duties in compliance with departmental safety rules.  Performs all duties in a manner conducive to the fair and equitable treatment of all employees.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of a bachelor’s degree majoring in information technology, computer science, management information systems, or business management plus three years of experience developing data security policies and programs; working with data security, data center infrastructure, operating systems, networks, or security system information; or working in IT service management; or a combination thereof OR Eleven years of experience developing data security policies and programs; working with data security, data center infrastructure, operating systems, networks, or security system information; or working in IT service management; or a combination thereof

Preferred Qualifications

•    Experience with management of incident response and risk assessment
•    Possession of data security certifications such as Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC)
•    Strong understanding of security trends and technologies
•    Excellent communication and training skills
•    Experience developing and documenting security procedures, policies, and practices
•    Excellent analytical skills
•    Supervisory experience

Conditions of Employment

• The Conditions of Employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
• Valid driver’s license
• Successful completion of a background screening
• Occasional statewide travel with overnight stays

About the Agency

 

The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire an Information Technology Security and Data Manager.

 

The IDOT team works diligently to provide safe, cost-effective transportation for Illinois in ways that enhance quality of life, promote economic prosperity, and protect our environment. We are problem solvers and leaders, constantly searching for innovations and improvements in support of our commitment to providing the best multimodal transportation system for Illinois.

 

Our team fosters a culture of inclusivity. We value diversity and hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards as we work together for a common purpose. Team members frequently collaborate with colleagues and others outside the department to best meet customer needs. 

 

The department offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities. Employees also receive a robust benefit package including:

• Monday-Friday work schedule
• Flexible work schedules in several program areas (flexible time, hybrid scheduling)
• Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Pension Plan
• (12) Weeks paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Deferred Compensation Program and other pre-tax benefit programs (Medical/Daycare)
• Employees earn (12) paid Sick Days annually
• New Employees earn (10) paid Vacation Days their first year of service and can earn up to (25) paid Vacation Days annually
• Employees earn (3) paid Personal Days annually
• (13-14) paid holidays annually (based on start date)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources

 

We invite qualified applicants to apply to become part of our team. We are confident that you will take pride in serving Illinois and its residents and visitors.

 

Work Hours: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Monday-Friday

Work Location: 2300 S Dirksen Pkwy Springfield, IL 62764-0001

Office: Office of Finance and Administration/Bureau of Information Processing

Agency Contact: DOT.CONTACTHR@ILLINOIS.GOV

Posting Group: Transportation; Leadership & Management; Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.

If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so. 

State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. 

Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon.  If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.

If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:

State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid

Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.

 

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• donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
• systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com