Salary : $128,647.95 - $192,971.93 Annually Location : (Metro Square) Saint Paul, MN Job Type: Full Time Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid Job Number: 2026-00045 Department: Information Services Division: Security Admin Opening Date: 01/23/2026 Closing Date: 2/6/2026 11:59 PM Central Union: Unrepresented FLSA Status: exempt

Position Summary This vacancy is with the Information Services department. The eligibility list created by this vacancy may be used to hire other vacancies in the department or County. The IS Deputy Director and Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) provides strategic leadership and oversight for Ramsey County's Infrastructure Services and Security Services divisions. This dual-function role is responsible for advancing a comprehensive, county-wide information security program while ensuring the reliability, modernization, and resilience of foundational IT infrastructure. As a member of the IS Senior Leadership team, the Deputy Director/CISO leads and develops managers and supervisors, partners with County departments to deliver secure and dependable services and identifies and manages information security risks in alignment with regulatory requirements and executive risk tolerance. Reporting directly to the Chief Information Officer, this role also represents Information Services in the CIO's absence, supporting both day-to-day operations and long-term strategic decision-making. To manage the development and implementation of a county-wide information security program to ensure that information assets are adequately protected; to identify, evaluate, and report on information security risks in a manner that meets compliance and regulatory requirements; to work with executive management to determine acceptable levels of risk for the county; to work proactively with departments to implement practices that meet defined policies and standards for information security; to work with leadership and teams to improve processes and technology to ensure foundational services are delivered; and to perform related duties as assigned. This role will also contribute to achieving the overall county information technology (IT) vision as a part of the IS Senior Leadership team. This position reports to the Chief Information Officer, and in their absence, the CISO may represent the county in all matters related to Information Services functions, including the day-to-day operations of the department. To view or print a copy of the complete Ramsey County job (class) description for this position, go to: Job Descriptions. Once at this page, you can browse the alphabetical list or search for a job description. Flexible Workplace: This position is identified under the designation of 'flex work eligible', meaning that the employee can formally opt to be in-office full-time or work a flex schedule in which at least two-days per week are performed in office and other days can be performed in a remote-first environment. Regardless of selection, the position carries expectations regarding on-site responsibilities and will require schedule flexibility beyond the minimum expectations set forth in the county's flexible workplace policy. To view Ramsey County's Flexible Workplace policy, go to: Flexible Workplace Policy

Examples of Work Performed

Promote a diverse, culturally competent and respectful workplace. Provide information security leadership and direction through the continued development, implementation, and maintenance of the enterprise information security program. As part of the IS management team, assist the Chief Information Officer in developing information technology strategic plans to support the vision, mission, goals and values of the county. Lead and engage in the planning, development and implementation of the strategy and vision for all technology services and functions. Advocate for and protect the enterprise information assets by serving as the key information security advisor to the organization and act as the official information security representative to internal customers, external partners, audit and regulatory organizations. Build a comprehensive enterprise security strategy which includes implementing, directing, and overseeing the governance, assessment, consulting, monitoring and reporting functions. Partner with Office of Compliance to develop, implement, update and enforce county-wide information security policy, procedures, guidelines, and standards to ensure county-wide compliance with federal and Minnesota statutory and regulatory requirements for information security including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI-DSS), Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) requirements and other applicable requirements. Consult with management on information security matters, such as the effect of state and federal laws, industry related regulations, and industry best practices on security related initiatives, projects, business operations, and department specific policy. Monitor information security trends internal and external to Ramsey County, understand potential threats, vulnerabilities and control techniques and provide consultation to executive management and departments about information security issues and risks affecting the organization and advise them on the appropriate actions to be taken. Maintain relationships with local, state and federal law enforcement and other related government agencies. Establish and maintain effective relationships and work collaboratively across departments to facilitate IT risk analysis and risk management processes, identify acceptable levels of risk, initiate business practice changes and establish roles and responsibilities to ensure data is protected. Ensure the security of the remote and mobile computing environment. Provide strategic and tactical security guidance for all IT projects, including the evaluation and recommendation of technical controls. Manage security incidents and events to protect IT assets and data. Act as a central point of contact for all data security compromising incidents, develop incident handling procedures, and report incidents as required by law. Manage the security team including hiring staff, mentoring, coaching, providing professional development opportunities, establishing performance standards, completing evaluations, and recognizing and addressing performance problems. Create and facilitate the information security risk assessment process, including reporting to executive management and oversight of remediation efforts to address findings. Create and manage a county-wide information security and risk management awareness training program. Develop and manage effective recovery plans that ensure data privacy and information integrity in response to business need and compliance requirements in the event of a disaster. Provide leadership with updates of the development, documentation and maintenance of the county-wide disaster recovery plans. Monitor and report on county information, security activities and compliance. Own the end-to-end lifecycle, strategy, performance, and continual improvement of one or more assigned IT services to ensure they meet business needs, defined Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and customer expectations. In the absence of the Chief Information Officer, may assume the duties and responsibilities of the CIO, managing and providing general oversight of the IS organization.

(The work assigned to a position in this classification may not include all possible tasks in this description and does not limit the assignment of any additional tasks in this classification. Regular attendance according to the position's management approved work schedule is required.)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21. Minimum Qualifications Education: Bachelor's Degree in management information systems, computer science or a related field. Experience: Five years of progressively responsible information technology experience in the areas of security and risk management, including at least two years in a leadership role. Substitution: Equivalent combination of education and related experience.

Exam/Screening Process Information This is an unclassified, at-will position, holding a confidential relation to the department head or elected official. This position requires an open screening and selection process. There is no exam for this unclassified position. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and attach a resume will be forwarded to the department for consideration. Definition of Unclassified from the Ramsey County Personnel Act:

Subdivision 1. General. "The appointing authority may discharge employees in the unclassified service with or without cause. Employees in the unclassified service have no right to a grievance appeal from discharge or other disciplinary action under sections 383A.281 to 383A.301. An employee in an unclassified position shall not have tenure but shall be entitled to all benefits associated with tenure such as vacation leave, sick leave, health insurance, and other benefits as determined by the county board." Criminal Background Checks: All employment offers are conditioned upon the applicant passing a criminal background check. Convictions are not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered on its individual merits and the type of work sought. However, making false statements or withholding information will cause you to be barred from employment, or removed from employment. E-Verify Participation: Ramsey County participates in the federal E-Verify program. This means that Ramsey County will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Ramsey County is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS and/or the SSA before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants and may not limit or influence the choice of documents you present for use on the Form I-9. Equal Opportunity Employer: Ramsey County provides equal access to employment, programs, and services without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex (except when sex is a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification), disability, familial or marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, public assistance status, place of residence, political affiliation, or national origin. Ramsey County is deeply committed to advancing racial equity and promoting diversity and inclusion within all areas of its workforce. The county strives being equitable, inclusive, transparent, respectful, and impactful in how we serve and engage with residents, as well as Ramsey County employees. Advancing racial equity ensures all people who need access to opportunities and services we provide, will receive them. Racial equity is achieved when race can no longer be used to predict life outcomes, and outcomes for all are improved. It is preferred that you apply online. If you are unable to apply online, you can print a paper application for this posting by clicking To apply with a paper application, you will need to print this posting AND answer the supplemental questions associated with this exam and submit them with your completed paper application. For further information regarding this posting, please contact: Ramsey County provides a wide range of employee benefits to support health, well-being, and work/life balance. Benefits eligibility can vary depending on union status/contract language. A summary of benefits is provided below. Detailed information is available for review at

Medical, dental and vision insurance The County contributes a bargained percentage to the medical and dental monthly premium Employees choose from four enrollment tiers: Single, Employee + legally married spouse, Employee + Child(ren), Family Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical insurance - three plan options including a High Deductible Plan with a Health Saving Account offered. Earn up to $20/month in electronic gift cards for each enrolled employee or spouse for wellness activity MetLife Dental Insurance - two plan options offered VSP Vision Insurance - Advantage Plan offered

Pre-tax Benefit Program Pre-tax medical, dental, vision monthly premium deduction option Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts County monthly contribution to a Health Savings Account for employees who elect the High Deductible medical plan

Paid time off Vacation hours, accrued based on years of service, ranging from 12 to 25 days per year (pro-rated for part-time employees) 11 scheduled holidays and two floating holidays Up to eight weeks of 100% paid parental leave, plus additional use of sick time as noted below Sick hours accrued at a rate of three weeks per year, which can be used for medical and dental care; injury or illness for you, your spouse or children; the birth or adoption of a child (up to 80 hours) or the death of a family member (up to 40 hours) Wellness incentive allows conversion of unused sick time to vacation or pay

Retirement benefits Pension - The county contributes at least 7.5% of your salary to your pension, depending on bargaining unit. Unlike other retirement investments, pension payments are a lifetime benefit once you start collecting payments New employees become vested after three years. For the Police and Fire union, employees are vested after 10 years Deferred compensation - 457(b) account with employer match Health Care Savings Plan - all benefits-eligible employees contribute 1% of gross regular salary to a Health Care Savings Plan account for eligible health care expenses after retirement. Interest accrues tax free. County provides a scheduled contribution after five years of participation

Transit and parking Fully funded Metropass. Transportation/parking expenses reimbursement account

Employee well-being Employee assistance program, including telephone counseling, financial counseling, rideshare benefits, etc. Wellness programming Flexible work policy with hybrid work options for eligible positions

Life Insurance and Disability leave County provided Basic Life coverage - 1x annual salary, minimum $10,000 up to a maximum of $50,000. Optional supplemental coverage available Long-term Disability - County provided coverage replaces 40% of the employee's lost income after six months of disability, subject to a $5,000 monthly maximum. Option to purchase an additional 20% income replacement up to $7,500 monthly maximum Short-term Disability - option to purchase 60% income replacement coverage with 30, 60 or 90-day waiting period

Career development Tuition reimbursement, up to $4,000 per year Online professional development opportunities through the Learning & Development Center County employment qualifies as a public service organization for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Employee resource groups - help employees build connections through common bonds with colleagues

For information about Ramsey County's 2025 benefits, visit: 01

*Select the option that best describes your highest level of completed education. High school diploma or GED Associates Degree Bachelors Degree Masters Degree Doctoral Degree None of the above

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*If you indicated in the previous question, that you have a degree, please describe below your field of study, the name of the school, dates of attendance/completion and type of degree. If you have other formal training and certifications related to this position, you may include that here. If you do not have a degree/college credit, please write N/A in the space below. DO NOT WRITE see resume or see application. 03

*Which best describes your progressively responsible information technology experience in the areas of security and risk management? Less than 3 years of experience At least 3 years of experience but less than 5 years At least 5 years of experience but less than 7 years At least 7 years of experience but less than 9 years 9 years of experience or more

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Do you have at least two years of experience in a leadership role? Yes No

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*Describe the experience indicated in questions 3 and 4. Include the name of your employer and provide specific details of the work you performed. Do not copy and paste your resume, a job description or indicate "see resume". If you do not have this experience, type "N/A in the space below." Required Question