Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
Abidi Solutions
United States
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Title: Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
Job Requirement
Position Overview: The Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) is a pivotal leadership role responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of an organization's information security strategy, policies, procedures, and initiatives. The CISO plays a critical role in safeguarding the organization's sensitive data, infrastructure, and systems against cybersecurity threats, breaches, and vulnerabilities.
Key Responsibilities
Job Requirement
Position Overview: The Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) is a pivotal leadership role responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of an organization's information security strategy, policies, procedures, and initiatives. The CISO plays a critical role in safeguarding the organization's sensitive data, infrastructure, and systems against cybersecurity threats, breaches, and vulnerabilities.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and continuously enhance the organization's information security policies, standards, and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
- Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive information security strategy that aligns with the organization's business objectives and risk tolerance.
- Provide strategic direction and guidance to cross-functional teams in identifying, assessing, and mitigating information security risks across the organization.
- Establish and maintain effective security controls and mechanisms to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive information and critical assets.
- Oversee the management of security technologies, including intrusion detection/prevention systems, firewalls, antivirus software, encryption tools, and identity/access management solutions.
- Monitor and analyze security incidents and threats, coordinating incident response activities and implementing remediation measures as necessary.
- Conduct regular security assessments, audits, and penetration tests to identify vulnerabilities and weaknesses in the organization's IT infrastructure and applications.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including IT teams, legal, compliance, and risk management departments, to ensure a cohesive approach to information security and compliance initiatives.
- Stay abreast of emerging threats, trends, and technologies in the cybersecurity landscape, advising senior management on potential risks and opportunities.
- Foster a culture of security awareness and accountability throughout the organization through training, awareness programs, and communication initiatives.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in information security, computer science, or a related field. Advanced certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA are highly desirable.
- Proven experience (typically 8+ years) in information security management, with a track record of progressively increasing responsibilities in a complex IT environment.
- Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles, standards, frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST Cybersecurity Framework), and regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS).
- Demonstrated expertise in developing and implementing information security policies, procedures, and technical controls.
- Experience leading incident response and crisis management activities, with the ability to effectively communicate and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders during security incidents.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to assess complex security risks and recommend pragmatic solutions to mitigate them.
- Proven track record of driving security initiatives to successful outcomes, including measurable improvements in security posture and risk reduction.
- Experience working in regulated industries (e.g., finance, healthcare, government) is a plus.
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional development in the field of information security.
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