Summary
This role involves leading a key area in cybersecurity and IT infrastructure for Michigan's state government, guiding teams to align with overall strategies and ensure smooth operations.
It requires overseeing staff, budgets, and compliance while building relationships with leaders and external partners.
A good fit would be an experienced manager with a background in IT security or public sector leadership who enjoys strategic planning and team motivation.
Full Job Description
This position reports to the Deputy Chief Security Officer (DCSO) within the Department of Technology, Management and
Budget (DTMB) and serves as a member of the Chief Security Officer’s senior leadership team. The Director provides
strategic and operational leadership for an assigned CIP work area, ensuring alignment with DTMB’s mission, policies,
strategic plans, and directives. The Director collaborates with DTMB leadership to shape organizational strategy, structure,
and priorities, and maintains strategic relationships across internal and external stakeholders, including the Governor’s
Office, state agencies, legislative bodies, suppliers, and professional IT associations (e.g., NASCIO, NASTD).
The Director is accountable for the coordination and direction of work performed by state employees and contract staff
within the assigned area. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with applicable policies and standards; managing a
portfolio of products and services to align with strategic objectives; overseeing workforce and talent management; driving
continual improvement initiatives; and managing financial and budgetary activities. The Director fosters a culture of service
excellence and seeks to improve both customer and employee satisfaction through effective leadership, operational
oversight, and stakeholder engagement.
Job description
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Requirements
EducationPossession of a bachelor's degree in any major.
ExperienceTwo years of experience as a professional manager or program/staff specialist, or equivalent experience.
Qualifications
Education level typically acquired through completion of high school and three years of safety and regulatory or law enforcement experience at the 14 level; or, two years of safety and regulatory or law enforcement experience at the 15 level, may be substituted for the education and experience requirements
Additional Information
View the job specification at:
https://www.michigan.gov/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/S/StateDivisionAdministrator.pdfMichigan State PoliceCandidates selected for this position must complete the Michigan State Police background check. This extensive background check requires fingerprinting for state and federal criminal background records. The background check search will include, but is not limited to, arrests, criminal charges, criminal convictions, and any information regarding contact with a criminal justice agency.