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Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) - Virginia - $250-300K
As CISO you will be responsible for leading/overseeing the organization's cybersecurity strategy, ensuring the protection of critical defense-related information and infrastructure. This role requires a highly experienced security leader with a deep understanding of cybersecurity within the defense sector, including compliance with government regulations, risk management, and secure technology implementation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Cybersecurity Strategy & Governance: Develop & implement a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy aligned with the organization's defense objectives & regulatory requirements.
- Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate cybersecurity risks, ensuring resilience against cyber threats.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with defense-related security standards, such as NIST 800-171, NIST 800-53, CMMC, ITAR, and other government regulations.
- Incident Response & Threat Intelligence: Lead the organization's incident response team, managing cybersecurity incidents and coordinating with relevant agencies.
- Security Architecture & Implementation: Oversee the design & deployment of secure systems, networks, and applications to protect sensitive defense data.
- Collaboration & Liaison: Act as the primary liaison with government agencies, intelligence communities, and industry partners regarding cybersecurity matters.
- Security Awareness & Training: Develop and implement security awareness programs for employees and stakeholders to strengthen cybersecurity culture.
- Vendor & Supply Chain Security: Evaluate and manage cybersecurity risks across third-party vendors and defense contractors.
- Budgeting & Resource Allocation: Define and manage the cybersecurity budget, ensuring appropriate allocation of resources to security initiatives.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Experience: Minimum 10+ years in cybersecurity leadership roles, preferably in the defense, aerospace, or government sectors.
- Certifications: CISSP, CISM, CISA, GIAC, or equivalent security certifications preferred.
- Technical Expertise: In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, secure systems architecture, cryptographic methods, and cyber defense tactics.
- Crisis Management: Experience handling cybersecurity incidents and crisis situations in high-stakes environments.
Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) - Virginia - $250-300K
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Contract Type
Permanent
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Specialism
Technology
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Working pattern
Full Time
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Job ref
BBBH131363
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Expiry date
05 March 2025
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