Information Security Education and Awareness Coordinator

UVA Information Technology Services (ITS) is seeking an Information Security Education and Awareness Coordinator to join the Information Security (InfoSec) Service and Engagement team. Reporting to the Information Security Officer - Governance, Risk and Compliance, the Coordinator is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing information security awareness and education programs within the organization. This role plays a critical part in enhancing the organization's overall security posture by ensuring that all employees and stakeholders are well-informed and trained on security best practices, policies, and procedures. The successful Coordinator will be solutions-oriented and leverage interpersonal skills to build numerous professional relationships and develop an intimate knowledge of secure technical solutions that will support the business processes and missions of numerous UVA departments and schools.

ITS at UVA is a phenomenal place to lead, grow, and deliver impact. It's an organization that values results and teamwork. We like the people we work with and the work we get to do. We strive to create a welcoming and supportive workplace where everyone feels empowered to be their authentic selves and share ideas. ITS values work-life balance and provides flexible work location options where possible. Please see additional information about joining our team .

What you will do:

• Design, develop, execute, and provide metrics on; annual required and recommended University-wide information security training campaigns; biannual University-wide sim-phishing campaigns; Security Awareness Month events
  
• Prepare and lead in-person information security awareness sessions
  
• Write and facilitate the writing of periodic information security and policy awareness articles
  
• Design and facilitate information security-themed escape rooms and table top exercises
  
• Web site maintenance and updates
  
• Maintain Litmos learning management system
  
• Facilitate training of school and departmental staff on InfoSec services and processes
  
• Facilitate delivery of appropriate training from third-party providers
  
• Work with schools and departments to identify specific information security training needs
  
• Work collaboratively with other InfoSec team members
  
• Potentially, supervise a student worker who would help with, e.g., writing, design, and web tasks
  

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma and at least 3 years of experience with training and/or information security
  
• Highly detail-oriented and self-driven
  
• Solutions-oriented with the ability to leverage interpersonal skills to build numerous professional relationships and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
  
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
  
• Fundamental marketing and design skills
  
• Knowledge of security best practices
  
• Project management and organizational skills
  
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Relevant information security certifications (e.g. from SANS or ISC2)
  
• Relevant experience in a higher education environment
  
• Relevant associate or bachelors degree
  
• Knowledge of e-learning platforms and tools
  

This will be flexible hybrid role that will require periodic on-site visits.

Anticipated hiring range: $70,000-85,000

The selected applicant will be required to complete a background check prior to their first day of employment per university policy.

TO APPLY :

Please visit UVA job board: https://uva.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UVAJobs and search for "R0065847"

Complete an application online and attach:

• Cover letter to include your interest in the position and your knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences
  
• Resume or CV
  

PROCESS FOR INTERNAL UVA APPLICANTS: Please apply through your Workday Home page, search "Find Jobs", and search for "R0053353.

***Please note that you MUST upload ALL documents into the CV/Resume box. Applications that do not contain all of the required documents will not receive full consideration. ***

For questions about the application process, please contact Bill Crane , Senior Academic Recruiter, xer5ff@virginia.edu

For more information about UVA and the Charlottesville community please see www.virginia.edu/life/charlottesville and https://embarkcva.com/

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

The University of Virginia, i ncluding the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician's Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.