Director, IT Infrastructure & Security Officer

Director, IT Infrastructure & Security Officer

The Director, IT Infrastructure & Security Officer is a key member of the IT leadership team and reports to the Chief Information Officer. The director will provide leadership and guidance in critical areas of technology evolution including designing, implementing, and maintaining our IT infrastructure, ensuring its reliability, scalability, and security. The director will lead the day-to-day activities of the IT Infrastructure Team including IT security, service desk and end-user computing. This individual will apply proven team building and communication skills, problem-solving skills, knowledge of IT best practices, technical expertise, and technical project leadership to guide his / her team in finding ways to improve our operations and drive business value for the City of Oxnard.

As a Director, IT Infrastructure & Security Officer, you may be eligible for the following benefits per the OMMA MOU :

• MEDICAL AND DENTAL CAFETERIA : For employees hired on or after January 1, 2023, the City will contribute $1,956.00 towards medical insurance premiums with no cash back. Employees who waive medical insurance will receive $500.00 per month cash back provided they show proof of other qualifying coverage. The City will continue to provide $66.79 per month towards dental insurance.
• DEFERRED COMPENSATION : The City contributes 1% to a deferred compensation program.
• LIFE INSURANCE : City employees receive Basic Life Coverage ($5,000) + AD&D ($10,000) + 1 times annual salary 100% paid by the City. Employees also have the option to purchase additional insurance.
• TUITION REIMBURSEMENT : Full-time employees are eligible for 75% reimbursement for work related coursework up to a maximum of $5000 per fiscal year.
• VACATION / ANNUAL LEAVE : Leave accrual rates vary between 6.24 11.78 hours per pay period based on years of service.
• ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE : Management employees are not compensated for overtime worked. However, the department director may authorize up to 40 hours of administrative leave in one year.
• HOLIDAYS : The City observes 12 holidays per year

To see all benefits click below. Payroll Title / Classification : Deputy Chief Information Officer SUPERVISION RECEIVED / EXERCISED : Receives general supervision from the Chief Information Officer. Exercises supervision over City staff and contract staff in the assigned function area. WORK SCHEDULE : The normal work week is Monday through Friday 8 : 00 am-6 : 00 pm with every other Friday off. This position may be required to be available to work additional hours in response to peaks in workloads and changes in department needs. The standard work environment varies depending on assignment but is typically either primarily in an office setting or out in the field. The City does not offer hybrid or remote work. Please note : The Information Technology Department supports public safety personnel including the Police Department. Therefore, as part of the selection process, applicants will be required to successfully complete a thorough background investigation, which includes a polygraph exam.

The following are the minimum qualifications necessary for entry into the classification :

Professional IT operations certification in ITIL and / or other certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or MCSE.

Professional experience serving in an information security role

Professional security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA.

Experience managing service desk and / or end-user computing operations.

Public safety communications systems experience (police / fire).

Submit NEOGOV / Government Jobs on-line application.

Complete and submit responses to the supplemental questions, if required.

Upload resume, cover letter, proof of degree (transcript), or other requested documents.

Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the online application and include the information only on the resume. Applications and / or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted. Cover letters and / or optional resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application. The list of qualified candidates established from this recruitment may be used to fill other full-time, part-time, and temporary assignments.

There is currently one (1) full-time vacancy within the Information Technology Department. Selected candidate(s) must pass a thorough background investigation. UNION MEMBERSHIP : Positions in this classification are represented by the Oxnard Mid Manager's Association (OMMA).

For most positions, the City of Oxnard relies on office automation (Microsoft Office / Google) and web-based enabled tools, therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work. Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all positions.

Employees are required to participate in the City's direct deposit plan and are paid on a bi-weekly basis. This position requires a 12 month probationary period. Pursuant to California Government Code Section 3100, all public employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them.

The City of Oxnard is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability or sexual orientation.

The City of Oxnard makes reasonable accommodation for individuals / people with disabilities. If you believe you require special arrangements to participate in the testing process, you must inform the Human Resources Department in writing no later than the filing date. Applicants who request such accommodation must document their request with an explanation of the type and extent of accommodation required.

On the first day of employment, new employees must provide proof of citizenship or documentation of legal right to work in the United States in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, as amended. The City participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS. 888-897-7781