Job No: 541664
Work Type: Full-time
Location: REMOTE OPTIONS,PHOENIX
Categories: Business and Financial Administration,Information Technology/Services,Program Management
ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY The Arizona Department of Homeland Security was established in 2006 by the Arizona State Legislature to support the mission of providing strategic direction and access to federal homeland security grant program resources that will further enable the stakeholders' collective goals to prevent, protect, mitigate, respond to and recover from terrorist attacks and other critical hazards that affect the safety, well-being and economic security of Arizona.
Cyber Programs Assistant Director This position may be eligible to work remotely 1-2 days a week after job training requirements are met
Job Location:
100 North 15th Avenue Phoenix, Arizona 85007
Posting Details:
Annual Salary Range: $110,000 - $120,000
Grade: E2
This position will close on Tuesday June 30, 2026
Job Summary:
The Assistant Director is a high-impact executive role within the Arizona Department of Homeland Security, Statewide Information Security and Privacy Office (SISPO).
Serving as a key strategic partner to the Deputy Director of the SISPO, this position will assist in leading the day-to-day implementation and operational execution of Arizona's cybersecurity mission.
This position ensures the protection of the state's digital and critical infrastructure from cyber attacks by overseeing the integrated efforts of security operations, engineering, risk management, and program support.
Job Duties:
Program and Project Management:
Provide executive level oversight for the program portfolio of the office, ensuring that statewide cybersecurity programs are measured and monitored against key performance indicators and projects and services are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with Department and state strategic goals. Organize, direct, mentor and guide the program support staff to refine workflows and standard work, manage dependencies, deconflict resources, ensure financial analysis and fiscal health with the Finance and Budget team. Supports vendor and other key external program cross- team collaboration, and communicate milestones to executive stakeholders. Oversee program budgets, coordinating finantial analysis and fiscal health with the Finance and Budget Team. Supports vendor and other key external program stakeholder relationships
Strategic Deputization:
Act as the primary delegate for the Deputy Director when necessary in high-level internal and inter-agency briefings when the Deputy Director is unavailable. Participate in the development and help lead the implementation of the Statewide Cybersecurity Strategy and ensure operational alignment across all teams, agencies, and stakeholders
Operational Leadership:
Synchronize the activities of the primary functions of the Statewide Information Security and Privacy Office (SISPO) and provide operational day-to-day leadership
Other:
Other duties as assigned as related to the position
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
Knowledge:
K0498: Knowledge of operational planning processes
K0644: Knowledge of cybersecurity operation policies and procedures
K0676: Knowledge of cybersecurity laws and regulations
K0677: Knowledge of cybersecurity policies and procedures
K0678: Knowledge of privacy laws and regulations
K0679: Knowledge of privacy policies and procedures
K0680: Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and practices
K0681: Knowledge of privacy principles and practices
K0682: Knowledge of cybersecurity threats
K0683: Knowledge of cybersecurity vulnerabilities
K0684: Knowledge of cybersecurity threat characteristics
K0688: Knowledge of common application vulnerabilities
K0689: Knowledge of network infrastructure principles and practices
K0728: Knowledge of Confidentiality, Integrity and Availability (CIA) principles and practices
K0730: Knowledge of cyber safety principles and practices
K0743: Knowledge of new and emerging technologies
K0784: Knowledge of insider threat laws and regulations
K0785: Knowledge of insider threat tools and techniques
K0800: Knowledge of evidence admissibility laws and regulations
K0818: Knowledge of new and emerging cybersecurity risks
K0839: Knowledge of critical infrastructure systems and software
K0892: Knowledge of cyber defense laws and regulations
K0990: Knowledge of cyber operations principles and practices
K1014: Knowledge of network security principles and practices
K1025: Knowledge of decision-making policies and procedures
K1180: Knowledge of organizational cybersecurity goals and objectives
K1183: Knowledge of organizational cybersecurity policies and procedures
K1188: Knowledge of organizational policies and procedures
K1209: Knowledge of risk mitigation principles and practices
Skills:
S0111: Skill in interfacing with customers
S0406: Skill in developing policy plans
S0415: Skill in evaluating regulations
S0416: Skill in evaluating policies
S0431: Skill in applying critical thinking
S0506: Skill in identifying customer information needs
S0511: Skill in establishing priorities
S0707: Skill in developing and executing comprehensive cyber operations assessment programs
S0800: Skill in analyzing organizational patterns and relationships
S0807: Skill in solving problems
S0821: Skill in collaborating with internal and external stakeholders
S0826: Skill in communicating with external organizations
Ability:
T1020: Determine the operational and safety impacts of cybersecurity lapses
T1036: Integrate leadership priorities
T1060: Advise senior management on organizational cybersecurity efforts
T1088: Communicate the value of cybersecurity to organizational stakeholders
T1227: Manage cybersecurity budget, staffing, and contracting
T1238: Determine the effectiveness of enterprise cybersecurity safeguards
T1307: Develop cybersecurity policy recommendations
T1308: Coordinate cybersecurity policy review and approval processes
T1336: Verify the inclusion of sound cybersecurity principles in the organization's vision and goals
T1342: Oversee policy standards and implementation strategy development
T1543: Develop cybersecurity policies and procedures
Selective Preference(s):
Required:
Must be able to obtain a security clearance up to at least SECRET. Must be a US Citizen. Must be able to successfully pass a background check
Bachelor's Degree or higher in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science or related field. 3-5 years of experience in a related field
Preferred:
Master's Degree Preferred
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
Pre-Employment Requirements:
Required to drive on State business; must possess a valid Arizona driver's license
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver's License Requirements. (https://publicstorage.dc4.pageuppeople.com/1045/ClientPublicFile/3601803f-02e5-4b70-b325-26c8ef309c1b.pdf)
Benefits:
The State of Arizona offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
Health and dental insurance
Retirement plan
Sick leave
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here (https://hr.az.gov/about/resources/family-leave-expansion) . For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page (https://benefitoptions.az.gov/jobseekers)
Retirement :
Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
Please note that enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment
Contact Us:
If you have any questions please feel free to contact Ryan Murray at rmurray@azdohs.gov for assistance
