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CISO

Permanent

200,000 - 375,000 USD

Austin, TX, USA

Key Responsibilities:


Manage the Information Security Program:

  • Provide strategic leadership for risk management, compliance programs, IT systems, and security initiatives.

  • Ensure adherence to chosen information security standards, based on the NIST Cybersecurity Framework.

  • Report compliance and security metrics to senior leaders, both internally and externally.

  • Enhance the information security awareness training program for all employees and contractors.

  • Participate in business and technology projects to ensure compliance with Information Security Program standards.


Lead the Organization:

  • Direct the information security function to ensure high-quality security management aligned with business goals.

  • Establish the information security approach and operating model, aligning with risk management and compliance requirements.

  • Manage the information security budget, monitoring and addressing discrepancies.

  • Coordinate a robust information security organization, including hiring, training, staff development, and performance management.


Determine Strategy:

  • Develop an information security vision and strategy aligned with organizational priorities and business objectives.

  • Implement and monitor a comprehensive information security program to ensure confidentiality, integrity, availability, safety, privacy, and recovery of information assets.

  • Assist in new product development, adjusting the strategy to address new threats.

  • Identify key threats to information assets and champion projects to enhance security.


Operate the Function:

  • Ensure compliance with applicable laws and global regulatory requirements for data privacy and information security.

  • Collaborate with the data privacy officer to integrate data privacy requirements.

  • Oversee technology dependencies outside of direct control, reviewing contracts and managing risk.

  • Manage information security incidents to protect corporate assets, intellectual property, regulated data, and company reputation.

  • Monitor the external threat environment and advise stakeholders on appropriate actions.

  • Develop and oversee disaster recovery policies and standards to support business continuity.

  • Coordinate incident response plans to ensure recovery of business-critical services.

  • Oversee external vendors providing security functions.

  • Maintain and improve compliance with SOC 2 and ISO 9001 certifications.


Qualifications:

  • 10-15 years of experience in risk management, information security, and IT, with at least five years in a senior leadership role.

  • 5-10 years of information security leadership experience with a SaaS provider.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate security concepts to both technical and nontechnical audiences.

  • Proven track record in developing and executing successful information security programs.

  • Ability to remain composed and effective in high-pressure situations.

  • Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.

  • In-depth knowledge of relevant legal and regulatory requirements, such as GDPR.

  • Degree in business administration or a technology-related field, or equivalent experience.

  • Professional security management certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CISA).

  • Familiarity with information security management frameworks (e.g., ISO/IEC 27001, ITIL, COBIT, NIST 800-53, and Cybersecurity Framework).

  • Experience with contract and vendor negotiations.

  • Strong stakeholder management skills.

  • High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential matters professionally.

  • Initiative, dependability, and resilience to change, with the ability to work independently.


Bonus Points:

  • Additional relevant qualifications or certifications.


Travel:

  • Up to 15%


If you are a seasoned information security professional looking to lead and shape the security landscape of a dynamic organization, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity in Austin, TX.

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Matt brings a wealth of nearly two decades of industry experience. He is also the resident expert in Technology.

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