Director of Security and Planning

George Fox University's Institutional Technology department is seeking a strategic and collaborative individual to safeguard the university's information assets and guide the strategic execution of technology initiatives through leadership of the information security program and project portfolio management processes.

About the Job:

The Director of Security and Planning works closely with campus constituents to identify, assess, and mitigate information security risks, and to ensure that technology projects are aligned with institutional priorities. This role involves supporting the development and execution of a comprehensive security roadmap and establishing a robust project management framework to support the university's mission.

In this position, the Director will shape the work of cross-functional teams to address security and project needs through the development of clear policies, effective risk management, and disciplined project execution.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Developing, implementing, and managing a university-wide information security program to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of institutional data.
• Overseeing project and portfolio management for Institutional Technology, ensuring projects are prioritized, planned, and executed in alignment with strategic goals.
• Leading the university's incident response plan, including preparation, detection, analysis, containment, and post-incident activities.
• Establishing and managing the project management framework, standards, and processes for the department.
• Conducting regular risk assessments and security audits to identify vulnerabilities and ensure compliance with policies and regulations (e.g., FERPA, HIPAA).
• Facilitating the intake, prioritization, and resource planning for all technology projects in the portfolio.
• Leading change management initiatives for Institutional Technology, particularly those related to security and project implementation.
• Developing and delivering security awareness and training programs for faculty, staff, and students.
• Working closely with campus stakeholders and constituents to align university technology deliverables with stakeholder input and customer requirements.
• Organizing, leading and facilitating cross-functional project and/or task teams responsible for implementing new technology solutions.
• Providing regular reporting on the status of the information security program and the project portfolio to the CIO and key stakeholders.
• Building and maintaining partnerships throughout the campus community to support the educational and administrative needs of the institution.
• Communicating effectively and courteously with others, including employees, students, and the public, in a spirit of teamwork, respect and customer service.
• By actions, words, and lifestyle, be a Christian role model to students, whether through casual contact or in a formal supervisory role.
• Demonstrated experience working cross culturally with respect, appreciation and humility.
• Other duties as assigned.

A day in the life of this position:

Each day the Director of Security and Planning will work with technical teams to assess and mitigate security risks, while also collaborating with campus leaders to prioritize and plan technology projects. Through their work they will build relationships to understand institutional priorities, ensuring that security measures are integrated into all technology initiatives and that projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget. In addition, this leader will work closely with other units within Institutional Technology to apply continuous improvement to department operations, security protocols, and project management methodologies.

We're looking for candidates who have:

• A Bachelor's degree or further education.
• A combination of education and experience that prepares you to be a successful leader of technical projects and security initiatives.
• Experience with information security principles, risk assessment, and incident response.
• Experience with project portfolio management methodologies (e.g., Agile, PMP).
• Familiarity with security frameworks (e.g., NIST, CIS) and relevant regulations.
• The ability to work independently on complex projects, to identify and delegate tasks and to determine progress toward critical milestones.
• Communication skills that allow you to engage with business leaders and technical teams both verbally and in writing.
• Strong listening skills and a collaborative approach to leadership.
• Critical thinking skills and a logical approach to identify strengths and weaknesses of varied solutions.
• The ability to explain complex and technical concepts in plain language.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States. This position does not offer visa sponsorship; therefore, only applicants who do not require sponsorship for employment visas, now or at any point in the future, should apply.
• A commitment to the University's Theology of Racial and Ethnic Diversity.
• A desire to work with a diverse community of students and employees who represent various cultures, backgrounds, abilities, ethnicities, political views, and expressions of Christian faith.
• A personal commitment to Jesus Christ and express their Christian testimony in a church. In addition, employees agree to live in agreement with the Community Lifestyle Statement and affirm the theological commitments expressed in the Statement of Faith.

Preference will be given to those who have the following attributes:

• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or PMP.
• Familiarity with higher education business processes and academic cycles.
• Experience developing and delivering security awareness training programs.
• A strong understanding of technical concepts and technology architecture.
• Experience with project management software and reporting tools.

Job information:

• Hours Per Week: 40 hours (1.0 FTE) - Monday through Friday
• Primary Work Location*: Newberg Campus
• Working Conditions: Physical requirements are those of a normal office environment.
• Supervisor: Chief Information Officer (CIO)

George Fox University has been transforming student's lives for over 125 years. We are a Christ-centered community that prepares students spiritually, academically, and professionally to think with clarity, act with integrity, and serve with passion. Our vision is to be the Christian university of choice known for empowering students to achieve exceptional life outcomes. We put students first, with Christ at the center of our work, embracing change in order to improve. We are looking for enthusiastic candidates to join us in creating transformational experiences for our students.

Being a part of our community means a commitment to faith and to a lifestyle that is consistent with the university's mission as described in the Statement of Faith and Community Lifestyle Statement on our website.

As a Christ-centered community, George Fox University is an institution that values diversity as an essential dimension of God's design for human communities. In seeking to become a more inclusive community, we especially encourage applications from women and candidates from racial and ethnic backgrounds that are underrepresented in our community.

What is most appealing about working at George Fox University?

• Faith-friendly: Our culture is unique for higher education. At George Fox you can pursue academic excellence while integrating scriptures, praying with staff members and students at work, and helping to make an impact on the world in a way that promotes Christian values.
• Unapologetically Christian: As a university, we have an enduring commitment to Christ, his kingdom and the truth of God's Word.
• Live out your calling: You are able to use your God-given talents and abilities while having a profound influence on students as they deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Equip students for kingdom work: You can be a part of helping students discover their callings, at which they will be able to glorify the kingdom of God just as they have seen you do.

For your personal well-being we offer:

• A strong Christian vision and mission-led organization with opportunities for your growth and contributions.
• Wonderful Christian peers and a vibrant student population.
• A beautiful, peaceful campus environment with areas to walk and coffee shops and restaurants close by.
• Free Fitness Center membership.
• Free parking.
• Rich employee benefit package for eligible positions. Click here for more information!
• *Flexible work arrangements available (For employees approved to work remotely outside of Oregon and Washington, employment will be facilitated through our employer of record partner whose benefits package and eligibility requirements differ from that of George Fox University).

Application Procedures - kindly apply only through this website

When completing the online application, please upload the following as Word or .pdf documents in the section marked Letter of Interest and Curriculum Vitae or Resume:

• Letter of Interest
• Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume
• Other supporting materials may be requested at a later stage of the review process.

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

We invite you to Be Known at Oregon's largest private and nationally recognized Christian University!

**This position is subject to close at any time, regardless of the date on the posting.
**Have questions or need assistance with our application process? Contact Georgefoxcareers@georgefox.edu

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The university is an equal-opportunity employer. Every employee has the right to work in surroundings free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. It is our policy to make decisions about applicants and employees without regard to sex, age, race, color, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status to the extent prohibited by applicable local, state, or federal law. This prohibition applies not only to the recruiting and hiring process but to all facets of the employment relationship, including promotion, pay, training, classification, performance reviews, discipline, and termination.

George Fox is owned by the Northwest Yearly Meeting of Friends Church and its mission is distinctly Christian. Employees are required to agree with and abide by the university's faith statement and its statement of community responsibilities. Within the context of this agreement and commitment, employment opportunities are otherwise available to all persons on the basis of their experience and skills.

In the recruiting process, the university may make special effort to solicit applicants from underrepresented groups. This is done as an affirmative step to increase the representation of these populations in the university's workforce to better match their availability in the labor market. Hiring decisions are based on the applicants' qualifications as they relate to the needs of the position.

Salary : $77,600 - $114,950