Title: Chief Risk Officer
State Role Title: Info Technology Manager II
Hiring Range: Commensurate with experience up to $160,000 annually
Pay Band: 7
Agency: Virginia Employment Commission
Location: VEC CENTRAL OFFICE
Agency Website: www.vec.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
The Virginia Employment Commission (VEC) has an exciting opportunity for an experienced candidate to join our team in the newly created position of Chief Risk Officer and establish and manage the agency's risk management program and governance structure to ensure business needs are met, operations are continuous, and risk is mitigated. Please see the "Qualifications" sections for more information.
Minimum Qualifications
• Comprehensive knowledge of risk management industry standards/regulations related to Continuity and Resiliency Planning, Safety, Emergency Management, Disaster Preparedness, Incident Response, and Facilities Management; network and cloud security; information security principles and practices, governance, tools and technology; systems security requirements, vulnerabilities, threats, risk mitigation, controls and configuration management; and identification and authentication, risk assessment, personnel and data security, physical environment protections, contingency planning, incident response, and system and information integrity.
• Excellent analytical, facilitation, decision-making, oral/written communication, strategic planning, computer, and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage resources, programs, projects, and staff; collect, interpret, and present data; analyze systems and the relationship to the processing environment; ensure safety, security and facilities issues are addressed; conduct assessments and implement risk management frameworks and process improvement strategies; collaborate with various parties; develop and implement policies/procedures; prepare plans and reports; make presentations; and proactively address existing and emerging risks.
• Must successfully complete an FBI fingerprint background investigation, state law enforcement background check, and citizenship/ residency validation of the subject’s eligibility to legally work in the United States (e.g., a United States citizen or foreign citizen with the necessary authorization). Subsequent reinvestigation(s) must be conducted within 5 years from date of the previous BI.
• Must meet the requirements to obtain and/or maintain the Commonwealth ISO certification and comply with SOEI requirements.
Additional Considerations
• Knowledge of state and federal security controls (VITA IT Resource Management policies and standards, NIST 800-53A, IRS 1075, CMS MARS-E, SSA, etc.). Relevant certifications such as Certified Risk Manager, Certified Information Systems Security Professional, Certified Business Continuity Professional, Certified Safety Professional, CompTIA Security+, Systems Security Certified Practitioner, or Certified Information Security Manager.
• Executive level experience working in IS and risk management in a governmental setting. Frequent travel may be required.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
This position requires the completion of a Statement of Economic Interest (SOEI) form and mandatory training on the Conflict of Interest Act (COIA). The SOEI form must be submitted online no later than the end of the first day in the new position, and subsequently thereafter each year during the annual filing period (January 1 to February 1). You should receive an email notification from the Virginia Conflict of Interest and Ethics Advisory Council regarding this process along with instructions on how to access the system. The COIA training must be completed within 2 months of assuming the new position, and every 2 years thereafter.
The Virginia Employment Commission is committed to upholding our values in our employment opportunities across the Commonwealth to people from all backgrounds, including all races, ethnicities, genders, and abilities.
The VEC Is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program, and a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified employer. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
• The selected candidate must successfully pass a comprehensive background check including an FBI fingerprint background investigation.
• Applications for this position must be submitted electronically through this website. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and résumés will not be accepted.
• Applications are not accepted after the recruitment closing date.
• Please carefully review the details of this recruitment including the location of the position and the posted salary before applying. VEC does not provide relocation assistance, and no salary will be offered outside of the posted salary range / flat rate.
• Consideration for an interview is based solely on the information within the application (and/or resume). You must ensure your application/resume includes the scope of your experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as it relates to the position you are applying for. Information not stated will not be assumed.
• This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration.
• For the status of your application and this position, please refer to your RMS / Jobs.Virginia.Gov account. We do not provide application status updates via email or telephone.
• Auxiliary Aids and Services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
• Applicants needing accommodations should contact the Human Resource office for additional information.
The VEC does not provide sponsorship; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., a Lawful Permanent Resident, or an alien authorized to work in the US.
NOTICE: VEC will record information from each new employee’s Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
Contact Information
Name: Human Resources / Recruitment
Phone: For the most up-to-date status of your application, please refer to your Jobs.Virginia.Gov account. We do not provide application status updates via phone.
Email: Careers@vec.virginia.gov for recruitment related questions. Emailed applications, resumes, or cover letters will not be accepted. For the most up-to-date status of your application, please refer to your Jobs.Virginia.Gov account.
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.