Telework Eligible: Yes

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Working Title: Security Operations Center (SOC) Manager

Job Class: Information Systems Manager

Telework Eligible: Yes

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Date Posted: 10/17/2026

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Minnesota IT Services

Division/Unit: Enterprise Security

Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift

Days of Work: Monday - Friday

Travel Required: No

Salary Range: $46.33 - $79.28 / hourly; $Bargaining Unit/Union: 216 - Middle Management Association/MMA

Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

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 perks, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

This position will be part of the Enterprise Security team, which embeds security protection statewide.

The Security Operations Center (SOC) Manager is part of MNIT enterprise security leadership team and oversees the State of Minnesota’s SOC teams that are responsible for defending, detecting, and responding to cybersecurity events impacting Minnesota government statewide. The SOC Manager will also help lead an engaged, dedicated cybersecurity incident response team protecting State of Minnesota assets from today’s evolving cyber threats. In this role, you will oversee a team of cybersecurity engineers, analysts and incident handlers in the state’s enterprise Security Operations Center (SOC) and work with government partners at all levels to detect and respond to cyber events.

This position oversees portions of the Information Security Incident Response Team (ISIRT) and oversees the planning, execution, and assessment of all Statewide cyber security incident preparation, detection and response policies, procedures and guiding practices to be implemented by all State agencies.



The Manager establishes and maintains a comprehensive statewide information security incident response and monitoring program to ensure that all State information assets are adequately protected against current/future internal/external threats. The position is responsible for the strategic and tactical planning, management, testing, and development of prevention controls on an Enterprise-wide basis.

Areas include risk assessment, program metrics and reporting, certification and accreditation of program management, development of appropriate policies and procedures for the State. The SOC Manager also oversees the Statewide Security Monitoring Initiative (SSMI) to provide cybersecurity resources to state and local government partners beyond the MNIT enterprise-supported agencies.

Paul, Minnesota At Least 50% 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 are not eligible for hire unless relocating within 50 miles.

Position requires a minimum of five (5) years of advanced IT security risk management experience.

Security monitoring and incident response management experience.

Experience establishing Enterprise-wide information security policies, standards and practices.

Security auditing and/or risk assessment experience.

Large scale project management experience.

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.

Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field.

One or more security certifications (i.e. Strong collaboration and coalition-building skills.





Ability to provide analytical skills to diverse problems and projects to provide effective assessment and solution generation.

Ability to relate complex technical topics to non-technical audiences.

Experience leading enterprise-level security projects and initiatives involving multiple stakeholders.

Experience in strategic planning for an enterprise-level team.

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:

Social Security and Address Verification

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. Meet all Minimum Qualifications identified in this posting.

Meet service requirements and have a verified service-connected disability rating of at least 30%.

Provide qualifying documentation verifying the disability.

Meet all Minimum Qualifications identified in this posting.

This vacancy will be filled in accordance with applicable union contract provisions. Current employees of Minnesota IT Services who are currently in an Information Systems Manager position and who are eligible to bid and apply within the seven (7) day bidding period will be considered prior to filling the position via other means.

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.

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. 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.

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