Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

About the Company
Long-established state university system
Industry
Higher Education
Type
Educational Institution
Founded
1917
Employees
1001-5000
Categories
Education

About the Role
The Company is seeking a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to lead the strategic direction of IT security across its university system. The CISO will be responsible for setting security policies, managing risks and incidents, and ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. This critical leadership role involves overseeing a team of security professionals, collaborating with IT leaders, faculty, staff, and students to promote a culture of security awareness, and supporting the institution's teaching, research, and public service missions. The ideal candidate will be passionate about cyber security in higher education, adept at balancing risk with service impacts, and skilled in fostering a secure digital environment that enables academic excellence and student success.Applicants for the CISO position must have a CISSP certification, five years of supervisory experience in an IT organization, and a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. The role requires a broad understanding of cyber security operations, compliance frameworks, and a risk-based approach to security. The successful candidate will be a strong team player, collaborator, and leader, capable of working across multiple organizations with diverse needs. Preferred qualifications include seven years of experience in IT security, expertise in technical analysis, documentation, system administration, and a background in business management. Experience in implementing security frameworks, developing security plans, conducting risk analyses, and testing contingency plans is also highly valued.
Hiring Manager Title
Chief Information Technology Officer
Travel Percent
Less than 10%
Functions
Information Technology
Engineering

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