Systems Supervisor - IT Security Supervisor & Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

Working Title: IT Security Supervisor & Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) Job Class: Systems Supervisor Agency: MN State Retirement System Job ID : 95423 Location : St. Paul Telework Eligible : Yes, up to 2/3 days per week Full/Part Time : Full-Time Regular/Temporary : Unlimited Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers Date Posted : 07/10/2026 Closing Date : 07/16/2026 Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : MN State Retirement System / State Retirement System-MMA Division/Unit : MN State Retirement System / Information Systems Supervisor Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift Days of Work : Monday - Friday Travel Required : No Salary Range: $43.06 - $73.88 / hourly; $89,909 - $154,261 / annually Classified Status : Classified Bargaining Unit/Union : 216 - Middle Management Association/MMA FLSA Status : Exempt - Executive Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ( : Yes The work you'll do is more than just a job. At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities. The IT Security Supervisor acts as the Chief Information Security Officer for the agency and is responsible for oversight and implementation, monitoring, and training related to agency information security policies, including standards, guidelines, and principles and practices within the organization. The individual ensures a physical and technical environment that promotes data confidentiality, integrity, and availability by developing and applying policies and procedures that guard against unauthorized disclosure, modification, or destruction of information. This is a senior executive role that supervises the security team, collaborates with the agency executive team, and provides direct support to IT personnel to meet the security and risk management needs of the agency. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Manage the IT Security team by providing leadership to ensure an effective security program is in place to protect the agency and its plan participants. Participate in setting the agency's strategic direction and decision-making regarding security for both physical spaces and technology. Design, oversee, and administer the enterprise security strategy to address the physical and information technology security needs of the agency and its stakeholders. Lead and coordinate the security risk management program to address enterprise security risks in all areas of the agency. Minimum Qualifications This position requires a minimum of five (5) years of experience in data security, which includes developing security systems technology, executing security strategy, and leading risk management programs. A Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field may substitute for one (1) year of experience. Please ensure your resume clearly describes your experience in each of the areas below. Experience must include: Three (3) years of lead work, project lead work, or supervisory experience. Experience in planning, organizing, and developing IT security system technologies. Experience in planning and executing security policies and standards within the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) framework. Advanced knowledge of and experience to plan, implement, and maintain an Information Systems Management System based on the ISO/IEC 27001 standard. Knowledge of third-party risk assessment and processes. Refined written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to express complex information in plain language. Ability to motivate others and work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders. Preferred Qualifications Demonstrated experience implementing long-term security strategies aligned with business objectives. Advanced knowledge of and experience with disaster recovery and business continuity planning. One or more professional security management certifications, including the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and/or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), or similar. Additional Requirements It is the policy of Minnesota State Retirement Systems that all employees submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The MN State Retirement System will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US. The background check may consist of the following components: SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past State employees only) Criminal History Check Employment Reference Check Social Security and Address Verification Education Verification Driver's License Check (if applicable)

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