Cybersecurity Advisors Network (CyAN)

Virtual Chief Information Security Officer – vCISO

Cybersecurity Advisors Network (CyAN)

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: United States

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Salary

💰 $80,000 - $150,000 per year

Job Level

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About the role

  • Serve as an outsourced security leader, providing strategic and tactical guidance to clients on all aspects of information security.
  • Focus on developing, implementing, and managing security programs tailored to meet the specific needs of each client.
  • Assess risks, create security strategies, ensure regulatory compliance, and lead incident response activities when necessary.
  • Advise clients on the development of security policies, procedures, and governance structures.
  • Conduct risk and vulnerability assessments to identify potential threats and recommend appropriate mitigations.
  • Guide clients through security audits, certifications, and third-party risk management processes.
  • Act as the trusted advisor for multiple clients, managing long-term relationships and ensuring that security strategies align with evolving needs.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 10+ years of experience in information security, with at least 5 years in a senior security leadership role.
  • Experience consulting for a diverse range of industries, with an understanding of industry-specific risks and regulations.
  • Proven success in developing and executing comprehensive security programs for mid-to-large organizations.
  • In-depth knowledge of security frameworks such as NIST, SOC2, ISO 27001, TISAX, CIS Controls, and others.
  • Hands-on experience with security tools and technologies such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, DLP, SIEM, and encryption solutions.
  • Bachelor’s degree in information security, Computer Science, or related field.
  • Relevant security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC, or equivalent.
Benefits
  • Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives.
  • Vacation and PTO
  • Employer-paid Health and Dental Insurance for CA employees.
  • 401k with employer matching
  • Opportunities for professional development, including certifications and ongoing training.
  • Engaging, dynamic work on a wide range of client security challenges.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
information securityrisk assessmentsecurity strategy developmentsecurity program managementincident responsesecurity policy developmentvulnerability assessmentthird-party risk managementsecurity auditsregulatory compliance
Soft Skills
strategic guidancetactical guidanceclient relationship managementtrusted advisorcommunicationleadership
Certifications
CISSPCISMCISACRISC