Information Security Supervisor - SAUS

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Working Title: Information Security Supervisor

Job Class: Systems Analysis Unit Supervisor

Agency: Minnesota IT Services

• Job ID: 97386
• Location: St. Paul #LI-Hybrid
• Telework Eligible: Yes
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 10/03/2026
• Closing Date: 10/14//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: $40.01 - $69.11 / hourly; $83,540 - $144,301 / annually
• Job Class Option: Information Security
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 216 - Middle Management Association/MMA
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Executive
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

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

Job Summary

The Information Security Supervisor serves as the strategic and operational leader for MNIT's Web Application Firewall (WAF) and Application Security programs, ensuring robust, enterprise-wide protection of State of Minnesota web applications. The position is accountable for the delivery, governance, and continuous maturation of an enterprise-grade WAF platform supporting agencies across the state. This includes directing a team responsible for implementing, configuring, monitoring, and optimizing WAF services to maintain consistent and effective security controls in complex, multi-environment settings.

This is a working supervisor role. In addition to providing leadership, the supervisor is expected to demonstrate strong technical competency and engage directly in hands-on operational work when necessary, including configuration, troubleshooting, tuning, and response during high-priority security events. The supervisor is recognized as an enterprise application security subject matter expert, bringing deep expertise to guide decisions, mentor staff, and shape statewide application security practices.

The position also helps lead and support MNIT's Application Security program. The team manages statewide application security scanning platforms, including dynamic application security testing (DAST) and static code analysis tools. The supervisor ensures these capabilities are effectively integrated, governed, and maintained to support secure development across the enterprise. The team provides advanced consulting and advisory services to MNIT security professionals, application development teams, and business partners-enabling them to identify vulnerabilities, understand remediation strategies, and adopt secure coding and deployment practices that protect state assets.

Through effective leadership, strategic vision, technical acumen, and collaborative engagement, the Information Security Supervisor ensures MNIT's application security capabilities are resilient, efficient, and aligned with enterprise security policies, supporting the State of Minnesota's mission to safeguard systems, services, and data.

This position requires an employee to work onsite at 600 Robert St. N., 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.

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 three (3) years of IT experience in IT experience in information security, cybersecurity, application security, vulnerability management, web application security, or a closely related field.

Experience must include:

• Experience with web application security and WAF technologies.

• Experience with application security, vulnerability scanning, and remediation.

• Knowledge of enterprise networking and security technologies.

• Experience with OWASP frameworks and secure application development practices.

• Experience managing security projects, vendors, or technology solutions.

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience supervising technical security teams, ideally within a large enterprise or government environment.
• Advanced knowledge of web application security principles, secure development practices, and modern threat landscapes.
• Hands-on experience implementing and managing enterprise class Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) or similar enterprise security controls.
• Proficiency with application security testing platforms, including dynamic application security testing (DAST) and static application security testing (SAST) tools.
• Understanding of modern application architectures (e.g., APIs, cloud-native applications, microservices) and their associated security considerations.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences, including executives, technical teams, and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven ability to foster team development by promoting collaboration, trust, and knowledge sharing, while empowering individuals to achieve collective goals.

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

• CJIS Background Check

• Drivers License Record Check

• 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 Careers Help Desk 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 workwithmnit@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 workwithmnit@state.mn.us.

Veterans

To be considered for any Veterans 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:

• Meet all Minimum Qualifications identified in this posting.
• Meet all of the RSV criteria.
• Submit a copy of your DD-214 form by the closing date to: workwithmnit@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:

• 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.
• You must submit all documentation by the closing date to: workwithmnit@state.mn.us

Current State Employees

• Bidders: This vacancy is open for bids and all qualified applicants simultaneously. This vacancy will be filled in accordance with applicable union contract provisions. Current employees of Minnesota IT Services who are currently in a Systems Analysis Unit Supervisor 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.
• 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.

Benefits

As an employee, youll 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
• Tuition reimbursement
• 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.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES

Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and let us know the support you need.