Information Systems Manager II
Bargaining Unit: Local 21 – Supervisory Management
Why join Contra Costa County?
Contra Costa County is located in northern California and covers about 733 square miles. It stretches from the northeastern shore of San Francisco Bay to the San Joaquin River. The county has a population of just over 1 million, making it one of the top ten most populous counties in California. It’s known for being home to one of the most diverse populations in the state, both culturally and economically. Working for Contra Costa County gives you the opportunity to serve and improve the lives of the local community. The county provides essential services such as public safety, healthcare, social services, and infrastructure development. Working for the county can be a rewarding experience as it allows individuals to make a positive impact on their community and contribute to the betterment of society. Additionally, Contra Costa County offers competitive salaries, good benefits, and opportunities for career growth and development.
The current recruitment is to fill one (1) vacancy in the Public Works Department, though the eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies throughout Contra Costa County as they arise.
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About Contra Costa Public Works Department:
Contra Costa County Public Works Department (CCCPWD) maintains over 660 miles of roads, 150 miles of streams, channels, and over 200 County buildings throughout Contra Costa County. CCCPWD provides a multitude of services to the public throughout the unincorporated areas of Contra Costa County. The Public Works Department has an organizational culture that strives for continuous improvement. Our mission is to deliver cost-effective, safe, reliable, and sustainable services for the Contra Costa County community.
The Information Systems Manager II (ISM II) is a key leadership role within the Information Technology Division. Under the general direction of the Public Works Deputy Director, the ISM II plans, organizes, and manages the daily operations of the Application Development & Support team, working closely with the Supervisor, Systems Administration, and Support teams.
Substitution for Education: Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two (2) years and the completion of an AA degree that includes major course in computer information systems, business administration, public administration, or closely related field.
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Experience: Five (5) years of full-time experience performing information systems duties, two (2) years of which must have included supervisory and/or administrative responsibility in an automated information systems area for a medium to large size computer support facility.
- Possession of, or willingness to obtain, the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification
- Additional industry-recognized Information Security certifications
- Experience in information security incident response
- Security Operations Center (SOC) experience
- Graduate-level degree in business, information technology, or information security
- Experience managing or serving as a senior member of a cybersecurity team
- Experience developing and communicating information to executive management regarding cybersecurity issues, strategies, and status
- Application Filing: All applicants must apply on-line at www.cccounty.us/hr and submit the information as indicated on the job announcement and supplemental questionnaire by the final filing date.
- Application Evaluation: Depending on the number of applications received, an Application Evaluation Board may be convened to evaluate and select the best-qualified candidates for invitation to the next phase of the examination.
- Oral Interview: The oral interview will measure candidates’ competencies as they relate to the job. In the oral interview, candidates must achieve an average passing score of 70% or higher on each of the oral interview competencies, as well as an overall passing score of 70% or higher. These may include but are not limited to: Decision Making, Building & Maintaining Relationships, Coaching & Developing Others, Leadership, and Project Management. Tentatively scheduled: August 19, 2026 through August 23, 2026 (Weighted 100%)
- Final Selection Interviews: These will be scheduled by the department once the eligible list is established.