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The Information Systems department provides technology support to all Utah County government agencies. This support includes acquisition, deployment and management of computer-based workstations, software applications, local and wide-area network infrastructure, security, and information use policy.
Posting Date: January 8, 2026 Closing Date: January 22, 2026
The Opportunity:
Under general supervision of the Division Manager - Information Security, responsible for the design, development, implementation, monitoring, and maintenance of Utah County’s information security programs. Protects the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of Utah County's Information Technology (IT) systems, networks, applications, and data. Assists with the creation of a comprehensive information security strategy, ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks and best practices while mitigating security risks to County resources and infrastructure.
Starting Pay: Grade 731 $104,145.60 - $119,724.80 Annually
Schedule: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday thru Frida
Job Qualifications:
1. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in information security or a closely related field.
2. Four (4) years of hands-on experience in information security, including roles focused on network security, application security, and incident response.
3. Equivalent combinations of education, experience, and demonstrated work competence may also be considered.
Preferred Candidates will possess some of the below attributes:
1. Preference may be given to applicants with lead or supervisory experience.
2. Preference may be given to applicants with certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and/or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM).
3. Preference may be given to applicants with experience in implementation of the NIST Cyber Security Framework (NIST CSF).
4. Preference may be given to applicants with a master’s degree in information security or a closely related field.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications:
1. Applicants must possess a valid driver’s license and obtain a valid State of Utah driver’s license
within sixty (60) days of employment.
2. Selected applicants will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and background check. Due to potential access to sensitive protected data, this position is subject to additional criminal background checks as directed by the Information Systems Department.
Click here for a full job description https://hr.utahcounty.gov/cms/uploads/Senior_Information_Security_Engineer_2903_c1ae7f0e52.pdf
Benefits Package Includes:
100% paid premiums for health insurance
Up to 6.2% match in your 401(k)
Utah Retirement Systems (Pension and 401(k) options)
Pre-tax savings Health Savings Account (HSA)
Fourteen (14) paid Holidays
Dental and Vision Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
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It is the policy of Utah County Government to assure equal employment opportunity to its employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, genetic status of gender identity.