| Location | Sacramento, CA |
| Salary | $128,262.61–$180,478.37 Per Year |
Information Technology Manager (ISO)
Salary
$128,262.61 - $180,478.37 Annually
Location
Sacramento, CA
Job Type
Full-Time Career
Job Number
001761-26-IT
Department
Information Technology
Division
IT Operations
Opening Date
09/08/2026
Closing Date
9/22/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
THE POSITION
Please Note: a candidate maybe required to successfully pass a thorough background investigation, including a criminal history check for job-related convictions, fingerprinting, polygraph test, and a drug use history to be considered for this position.
With supervisor approval, incumbents may be eligible for intermittent remote work; however, they must physically reside within the Sacramento region or have the ability to regularly report to a City of Sacramento physical worksite with little notice.
The IT Manager (Information Security Officer) leads the City of Sacramento's cybersecurity strategy, ensuring protection of critical systems and data. This executive role oversees risk assessment, compliance with federal, state, and industry standards, threat detection, incident response, and disaster recovery, while partnering with leadership to align security initiatives with business goals. This position advises executive staff, will translate complex technical risks into actionable business strategies, and drives continuous improvement that aligns with the Citys digital transformation goals.
IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT
The ideal candidate will be an innovative, collaborative leader with strong communication and relationship-building skills, capable of translating complex cybersecurity concepts for diverse audiences. The ideal candidate will excel in developing and executing enterprise cybersecurity strategies, building high-performing teams, managing risk, overseeing security operations, and ensuring regulatory compliance. The candidate should also demonstrate experience leading large-scale initiatives and fostering partnerships across departments and external organizations.
Experience in the following is highly desirable but not required:
Under limited direction, an Information Technology Manager plans, directs, organizes, and manages either one of the major program divisions of the Information Technology Department or a large, complex departmental technology unit; develops division policies, procedures, goals, and budgets; interprets and applies existing policies; represents the department on issues concerning the various programs managed.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is a management classification populated by multiple incumbents. Information Technology Managers are responsible for the direction of an entire division and exercise a broad range of authority over complex programs that are central to the department's mission. The Information Technology Manager is distinguished from the next lower classification of
Information Technology Supervisor in that the latter has responsibilities for a special unit or a sub-division with multiple units. The Information Technology Manager is distinguished from the next higher level of Chief
Information Officer in that the latter has administrative responsibility for the entire department.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Limited direction is provided by the Chief Information Officer or department head. Responsibilities include the direct and indirect supervision of professional, technical, and clerical staff.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Skill in:
Ability to:
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and skills is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be:
Experience:
Six years of progressively responsible experience in the fields of systems analysis, systems programming, network administration, programming, customer support, computer operations or similar field in a multi-platform information systems environment, including at least two years in a supervisory capacity or four years as a team leader or project lead.
Education:
A Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with a major in computer science, information systems, business information systems, business administration, or a closely-related field.
Substitutions:
Additional qualifying experience may substitute education on a year-for-year basis. Professional certification in one or more fields of information technology may substitute for one year of education or experience.
PROOF OF EDUCATION
Should education be used to qualify for this position, then proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment. Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable.
An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due at time of appointment.
PROOF OF CERTIFICATION
Should certification and/or license be used to qualify for this position, then proof of said certification and/or license should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment.
THE SELECTION PROCEDURE
Please note, the City of Sacramentos preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox.
Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted.
Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified:
If applicants do not list current and past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week).
If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section.
Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position.
Proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted online with your application. Proof of education will be required at time of appointment.
Proof of certification and/or license should be submitted online with your application. Proof of certification and/or license will be required at time of appointment.
Screening Committee: (Pass/Fail) - All applications received by the final filing deadline will be forwarded to the hiring department for review. The hiring department will select the most competitive applications for further consideration. Human Resources will only evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications, as stated on the job announcement, for applications selected by the hiring department.
Interview Process: Human Resources will forward applications to the hiring department. Those determined to be the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in an interview process.
Background Process: If considered for appointment, candidates may be required to pass a background investigation, which includes a criminal history check, fingerprinting, polygraph test, and drug use history.
QUESTIONS:
For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process:
Bilingual Pay
Did you know that the City offers bilingual pay? Thats right, most labor agreements offer the option of providing employees with bilingual pay if the department deems it to be operationally necessary.
Pension Reform Act
The City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to the California Public Employees Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013. Please note that the provisions within this act may affect or impact an applicants eligibility and/or selection for open vacancies at the City of Sacramento.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Sacramento is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
Additional Information
Civil Service Rules: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/CivilServiceBoardRules62012.pdf
Union Contracts: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/labor-agreements.html
Salary Schedule: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/SalarySchedule.pdf
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APPLICATION: I understand my application must meet the minimum qualifications for consideration of employment with the City of Sacramento. The experience I list in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section of the employment application will be used to determine if I meet the minimum qualifications as stated on the job announcement. A resume, responses to the supplemental questions requiring a narrative response, employment history listed elsewhere in the application or attachments will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section of the employment application. Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week). Please refer to the City of Sacramentos Applicant Resources Page for Screening Instructions: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/employment
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PROOF OF EDUCATION: To qualify for this classification you may use any combination of education and/or experience as listed to provide required knowledge, skills, and abilities. I understand proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted with my application and will be required at the time of appointment if I am using education to qualify for this position. Please refer to the City of Sacramentos Proof of Education Requirements (https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/employment) for information on accepted documentation.
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EDUCATION CONFIRMATION: If I am using education to qualify for this position, I attest I possess or will possess the following level of education by time of appointment if I am selected for this position.
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PROOF OF CERTIFICATION: I understand proof of certification, should be submitted with my application and will be required at the time of appointment.
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CERTIFICATION CONFIRMATION: I attest I possess or will possess a professional certification in one or more fields of Information Technology by the time of appointment if I am selected for this position.
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I understand I may be required to pass a thorough background investigation, including a criminal history check for job-related convictions, fingerprinting, polygraph test, and a drug use history to be considered for this position
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SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE: The answers to the questions below will be reviewed by the hiring department along with the information provided in your employment application. Therefore, your answers must be consistent with your employment application information (especially in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections), must be unambiguous, and must contain sufficient but concise detail and organization. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of completing this Supplemental Questionnaire. Lack of clarity, incomplete or inconsistent information, and/or disorganized presentation may negatively affect the hiring departments review of your Supplemental Questionnaire. I understand and agree to the above instructions.
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Describe your experience leading technology programs, projects, or operational teams that enhanced cybersecurity, resilience, compliance, or risk management. Summarize your role, leadership strategies, and the measurable outcomes achieved.
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Describe a significant technology, cybersecurity, operational, or business continuity challenge that you managed or played a key leadership role in addressing. What was your role, how did you assess and address the risks, coordinate with stakeholders, and what improvements were implemented as a result?
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Describe how you partnered across teams and agencies to implement technology initiatives, manage risk, improve compliance, or lead organizational change. Summarize your role, challenges faced, and outcomes achieved.
Required Question
Employer City of Sacramento
Address 915 I Street
Historic City Hall
Sacramento, California, 95814-2604
Phone (916) 808-5726