Location: Worcester, MA Category: Staff and Administrators Posted On: Thu Oct 24 2024 Job Description:
Work closely with the University's Information Security/Privacy Officer and other ITS staff, to develop, implement and ensure compliance with University-level, information security and data privacy policy. Apply expert knowledge of professional concepts and industry practices to continuously evaluate aspects of the University's security/privacy program and suggest improvements to data management workflows, documentation processes, and data/privacy policies to ensure compliance with University policy and relevant regulatory requirements related to the security and privacy of University data assets. Collaborate extensively with IT staff and University data managers to define, build and implement appropriate training and awareness programs. Develop and maintain third-party risk management program for University IT-related contracts to ensure University data assets are properly monitored and accounted for during contract reviews and renewals.
Major Responsibilities:
Monitor and advise on information security/privacy issues related to information assets, data systems, information workflows and business processes to ensure administrative security/privacy controls for the University are appropriate and operating as intended; and to identify and mitigate security and privacy risks.
Stay abreast of external regulations, data security/privacy standards, and relevant data/breach notification laws applicable to higher education; assess potential risks; translate appropriate information security and data privacy requirements into coherent University policy and data management processes.
Develop and revise University policies and procedures related to data security, privacy and management.
Work with data owners on revised process improvements; participate in incident response activities as required.
Review all 3rd party vendor services/contracts (applications, hosting, systems, etc.) that involve the collection, processing, transmission, or storage of Confidential or Restricted data as defined by the University's Data Classification Policy; develop and implement an ongoing contract monitoring process / risk assessment; develop and keep current, core contract language that should be included as terms/definitions in relevant contracts.
Monitor, assess, and document the data-related components of the University's business continuity and disaster recovery program; ensure external regulatory requirements, industry standards and functional business partners' operational needs are appropriately represented.
Develop communications and information briefs that outline University impact of external regulations, data security/privacy standards, and relevant data/breach notification laws; develop and implement training and awareness programs to support University's understanding and compliance; partner with other IT staff on phishing simulation campaigns and other CBT data security/privacy training.
Serve as staff support to the University's Information Security/Privacy Council.
Participate in annual University audit and other data security/privacy reviews as needed.
Manage end user information security and data privacy training programs to include, but not limited to, in-person sessions, computer-based modules, and phishing simulations.
As appropriate, participate in external professional organizations that are relevant to the objectives of Clark's information security/privacy program such as EDUCAUSE, REN-ISAC, etc.; provide reports and presentations on the status of security/privacy trends/technologies.
Other duties as needed by the department and defined by the supervisor.
Job Requirements:
Bachelor's degree plus 3 years of relevant experience working in information technology, security, or risk management. Comparable success and work experience may be considered in lieu of degree requirement. Experience in a higher education environment preferred.
Demonstrated ability to ability to translate information security/privacy compliance requirements and University business needs into enterprise-wide data security/privacy standards and policy.
Working knowledge of information security/privacy standards and best practices (e.g., NIST, SANS) as well as regulations related to information security and data confidentiality (e.g., MA 201 CMR 17, FERPA, HIPAA, PCI, GDPR, etc.).
Experience reviewing and monitoring third-party vendor contracts for appropriate data security/privacy considerations preferred.
Must possess a high degree of integrity relative to computer security and the confidentiality of information.
The ability to see how various parts interact with the whole (big picture thinking) as well as engage with projects at the micro level when necessary.
Exceptional verbal and written communications and consultative customer service skills. This includes, but is not limited to: the ability to communicate effectively with people at varying levels of technical fluency - including the ability to explain complex technical issues in a way that non-technical people may understand; the ability to establish collaborative working relationships at all contact levels of the University; and the ability to effectively communicate progress/challenges to appropriate personnel.
Demonstrated passion for problem solving; excellent project and portfolio management experience with the ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and deadlines.
Team player with excellent consulting skills and a fun, but professional presence required.
Knowledge of IT governance and operations.
Ability to work nights and weekends on an as-needed basis.
Additional Information:
As of June 1, 2023 Clark University no longer requires employees or students to be vaccinated against COVID-19. However, Clark urges all community members to follow CDC guidelines for COVID-19 vaccination, which recommend that everyone stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines including booster doses. This is important for your own personal health as well as the health of our community.
At Clark University, we are dedicated to building a workplace that celebrates diversity and fosters inclusion. We believe that diversity of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds leads to a more innovative and productive work environment. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is reflected in our hiring practices, employee development programs, and campus culture. We welcome and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to join our team and contribute their unique ideas to help us achieve our goals.
Clark University offers a generous benefit package for full and, if applicable, part-time employees that include; paid time off, generous retirement plan, group health and dental insurance, life insurance, and tuition, along with use of many campus amenities. For a complete list of benefits for eligible employees visit here.
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