Statewide Security Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

Job Details
Working Title: Director of Security and Resilience
Job Class: MNIT Division Manager 1
Agency: Minnesota IT Services

• Job ID: 96424
• Location: St. Paul
• Telework Eligible: Yes; #LI-Hybrid
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 09/02/2026
• Closing Date: 09/22/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Minnesota IT Services
• Division/Unit: Department of Transportation (DOT)
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift / 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $57.35 - $82.21 / hourly; $119,746 - $171,654 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 220 - Managers
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Executive
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
Join the 2,800+ professionals of Minnesota IT Services (MNIT) who connect Minnesotans to services that will improve their lives in government IT. This position serves our partners at the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT). MNIT MnDOT supports an agency with technology integrated into all areas of business. From business intelligence and solutions for critical transportation infrastructure to planning and operating a safe, efficient, and reliable multimodal transportation system, the team connects people and markets across Minnesota.
Job Summary
As the Director of Security and Resilience for MNIT DOT, you will work under the Deputy CBTO to provide strategic direction and executive leadership for MnDOT's Security and Resilience Division. You will lead a multidisciplinary team overseeing cybersecurity, vulnerability management, disaster recovery, application preservation, IT compliance, technology enablement, and contract support. The position also directs security and operational support for MnDOT's mission-critical RTMC and OSRC environments and provides strategic oversight of the MnDOT Application Portfolio to ensure data accuracy and alignment across MnDOT, MNIT DOT, and MNIT Enterprise.
The Director coordinates planning, integration, and execution across all applications, infrastructure, and data to ensure cohesive, risk-informed management of MnDOT's technology portfolio. The role collaborates with MNIT Enterprise, MnDOT and MNIT DOT leadership, business partners, and external stakeholders to advance statewide security governance, enterprise risk management, compliance initiatives, and technology strategy. As part of MNIT DOT's leadership team, the Director influences IT budget planning and investment decisions to support a secure, resilient, and efficient transportation system. This role requires visionary leadership, technical expertise, and a commitment to continuous improvement, with strong alignment to MnDOT's mission to balance competing priorities and ensure teams see the mission reflected in their daily work.
This position requires an employee to work onsite at 395 John Ireland Blvd, St. Paul, Minnesota at least 50% [or more or less if space limitations remain] of the time, with limited telework available. Telework eligibility depends on residence:

• Candidates living in Minnesota or within 50 miles of the worksite in a bordering state (Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin) may telework up to 50%.
• Minnesota residents living more than 50 miles from the worksite may be eligible to telework more than 50%.
• Candidates living 50 miles or more from the worksite in a bordering state may work onsite 100% or may be telework eligible if relocating within 50 miles.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
To qualify, candidates must clearly show all of the following qualifications in their resume. Resume tips available here :
Position requires a minimum of six (6) years of ?progressively responsible experience in an IT Security leadership role.
Experience must include:

• Experience providing strategic leadership and direction for cybersecurity, disaster recovery, vulnerability management, or security-based IT resilience programs, ensuring alignment with enterprise security frameworks and statewide IT policies.
• Experience developing, managing, and optimizing IT staffing plans, resource allocation, workforce planning, and multidisciplinary team performance across technical and security domains.
• Experience directly supporting or advising executive leadership (CBTO, Deputy CBTO, Directors, enterprise security leaders, or agency executives) on strategic IT, security, or risk-management decisions.
• Three (3) years of supervisory experience.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively to foster mutual understanding and guide teams through change.
• Customer-focused approach grounded in active listening, empathy, and solution-oriented problem-solving, with demonstrated leadership and people engagement skills that support positive user experiences and high-performing teams.

Two years of experience in a Systems Architect classification or two years of experience in an external IT Architect role may substitute for two years ofthe required supervisory experience.
Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to cultivate collaborative, high performing teams by building strong relationships, aligning diverse business and technical stakeholders, and fostering a shared commitment to service excellence.
• Thorough knowledge and experience providing advanced program management leadership for complex, multi-tier IT services, demonstrating strong planning, prioritization, and time management skills to coordinate delivery across a high-volume IT environment.
• Strategic leadership experience managing a portfolio of applications and their life cycles within a large, multi - faceted government organization, effectively balancing the competing priorities of diverse stakeholders.
• Proven ability to foster team development by promoting collaboration, trust, and knowledge sharing, while empowering individuals to achieve collective goals.

Strongly Preferred Qualifications

• Comprehensive expertise in cybersecurity frameworks, disaster recovery and resilience planning, and enterprise risk - management practices in large public - sector environments, along with demonstrated experience leading strategic security initiatives such as disaster recovery programs, application preservation or migration (including Azure), and vulnerability - reduction efforts.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with enterprise funding and governance processes, including supporting IT budget recommendations, prioritization of cybersecurity and resilience investments, and influencing agency - wide technology funding decisions.
• Strong knowledge of MnDOT's business areas, operational environments, applications and mission - critical systems such as RTMC and OSRC.

Additional Requirements
It is the policy of Minnesota IT Services that a successful candidate must pass all legally required checks prior to employment which may consist of the following:

• SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past state employees only)
• Criminal History Check
• Reference Check
• Social Security and Address Verification
• Education Verification
• Other legally required checks

Minnesota IT Services does not participate in the federal E-Verify program. Minnesota IT Services is unable to sponsor applicants for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions, and cannot complete Form I-9 or any other documentation requiring employer participation in E-Verify. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application.
Application Details
How to Apply
Select "Apply for Job" at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers .
Contact
If you have questions about this position, contact Human Resources at w orkwithmnit@state.mn.us .
Connect 700 Program
To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Human Resources at w orkwithmnit@state.mn.us .
Veterans
To be considered for any Veteran's Status , you MUST indicate this on your application.
RECENTLY SEPARATED VETERANS (RSV) : Effective July 1, 2009, legislation provides that the top five RSV applicants who apply and meet the qualifications for a vacancy shall be granted an interview. You must:

1. Meet all Minimum Qualifications identified in this posting.
2. Meet all of the RSV criteria.
3. Submit a copy of your DD-214 form by the closing date to: w orkwithmnit@state.mn.us

CERTAIN DISABLED VETERANS : Effective August 1, 2012, legislation provides state agencies with the option to appoint certain disabled veterans on a noncompetitive basis if you:

1. Meet service requirements and have a verified service-connected disability rating of at least 30%.
2. Provide qualifying documentation verifying the disability.
3. Meet all Minimum Qualifications identified in this posting.
4. You must submit all documentation by the closing date to: w orkwithmnit@state.mn.us

Current State Employees

• Current State Employees: Please note that employment provisions (including but not limited to seniority and leave accrual) vary among the three branches of Minnesota State government. When considering a job with another branch of state government, you are highly encouraged to explore these differences. For assistance, please direct questions to your current or anticipated Human Resources office.

About Minnesota IT Services
Minnesota IT Services is the information technology agency for the State of Minnesota. MNIT partners with agencies, boards, councils, and commissions to deliver secure, reliable technology solutions as we set IT strategy, direction, policies, and standards statewide. Work for MNIT and be part of a nation-leading IT organization that helps to create an innovative government that works for everyone. Our culture promotes collaboration, demands agility, and encourages us to embrace change. Be a part of something bigger than yourself, something to be inspired by; come to work for MNIT.
Working together to improve the state we love.
What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?

• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Benefits
As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.
Your benefits may include:

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
  • Fertility care, including IVF
  • Diabetes care
  • Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Support to help you reach your career goals:

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov )

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.
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