IT Security Governance Officer

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain government-aligned information security policies, standards, and procedures
Ensure compliance with national cybersecurity regulations, data protection laws, and government directives
Align IT security governance with recognized frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, COBIT, government cybersecurity standards)
Conduct information security risk assessments and support risk treatment plans
Monitor compliance with security controls across government systems and entities
Coordinate internal and external audits, regulatory reviews, and compliance assessments
Track security risks, exceptions, and remediation actions
Support governance aspects of cybersecurity incidents, reporting, and post-incident reviews
Review third-party and vendor security compliance for government contracts
Ensure data classification, access control, and information handling policies are enforced
Support cybersecurity awareness and mandatory government training programs
Prepare governance reports, dashboards, and compliance submissions for senior management
Collaborate with legal, compliance, IT, and national cybersecurity authorities

Qualifications

Qualifications -

Bachelor’s degree in information security, IT, Computer Science, or a related field

4–7 years of experience in information security governance, risk, or compliance (public sector preferred)
Professional certifications preferred:
CISM
CISSP
ISO 27001 Lead Implementer / Auditor
CRISC
Knowledge of national cybersecurity policies and government data protection laws

Required Skills And Competencies -

Strong knowledge of government cybersecurity governance and regulatory environments
Experience with public sector IT policies and compliance frameworks
Risk management, audit coordination, and compliance monitoring skills
Strong documentation, reporting, and policy-writing abilities
Ability to communicate security risks in a non-technical, executive-friendly manner
High integrity and attention to confidentiality requirements.

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