Director, Chief Information Security Officer

Director, Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) Direct Hire | Remote Synergis’ client, a nonprofit allied health school with a national presence, has engaged us in a search for a Chief Information Security Officer, Director to add to their expanding organization! The selected candidate will be singularly responsible for the Information Security, Risk and Compliance posture of this mission-driven organization that changes lives through education. This is a unique opportunity for a Cybersecurity leader capable of building a great team and willing to accept full responsibility for securing all digital assets. Director, Chief Information Security Officer, CISO | Background and Scope

Act as an instrumental member of the IT Leadership team in defining, promoting, and implementing cybersecurity best practices and standards across the institution. At their core, the incumbent should be a technologist. But equally important, the incumbent should be an excellent communicator, capable of building a coalition of cross-functional support to successfully deliver enterprise cybersecurity, risk and compliance initiatives. • Determines projects and priorities for all information security issues and establishes short- and long-range business plans to achieve the security vision defined in the strategic plan. • Must also be able to prepare and deliver executive-level materials for consumption by executives, board members and strategic partners and vendors. • Support the organization’s brand and reputation. • Provide leadership with a clear assessment of the exposure and risks and define and execute a practical strategy, roadmap, and timeline to mitigate and manage the exposure and risk. • Review internal and industry threat and vulnerability reports and create detailed action plans to address risks. • Define policies and processes that enable the company to establish consistent, effective information security practices, minimize risk and meet compliance obligations. • Lead the development and implementation of effective and reasonable policies and practices to secure protected and sensitive data and ensure information security and compliance with relevant legislation and legal interpretation. Specifically, regarding PCI, GDPR, CCPA. • Work with business colleagues to review RFPs, RFIs etc., and provide security and risk-related input into proposals. • Oversee daily cyber security activities for the entire company to manage risk at an appropriate level, ensure effective response to incidents, and secure data access and utilization. • Guide the information security team SOC to proactively analyze and directly respond to internal and external threats to system security. • Assist in selecting 3rd party security vendors to assist in our data security capabilities. • Provide direction for Enterprise Risk Management, Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Efforts, Policies and Procedures, and Record Retention. • Design the architecture for security programs which include Audit and Compliance, Risk Governance, Security Policies and Procedures, Security Awareness Training. • Assist in recruiting the Information Security Team. • Define and monitor a risk-based process for vendor management, including the assessment of risks that may result from partners and service providers. • Take on leadership role to triage and investigate security incidents. Help determine the business impact of the incident. Lead the safe and rapid resolution to the problem. Manage internal communications, partner with B&H communications to manage external communications and when directed, represent B&H in any official inquiry. • Lead the Security incidents debrief and own the implementation of lessons learned. Director, Chief Information Security Officer, | Requirements • 10+ years in a senior Security IT role with 5+ years as the CISO. • CISSP, CISM, or other equivalent security certification required with CRISC, CISA, CISM preferred. ITIL, Agile and PMBOK certifications are a plus. • Hands-on Technical Experience with Telecommunications, Networking, Security Solutions (Firewalls, IDS/ IPS, SIEM, Vulnerability Assessment Tools), Access Control Systems, Cryptography, Physical Security Systems, and Secure SDLC Methodologies. • Strong subject matter experience in cloud and on premises environments/technologies/security, DEV/SEC/OPS, vulnerability testing and development of a risk appetite. • 15+ years in Information Technology or an IT related field (e.g., IT Audit). • Expertise preparing and delivering Executive and Board presentations. • Hands-on experience with and extensive knowledge of information security technology. • Risk management experience with proven ability to effectively apply risk principles to define risk metrics and address challenging business situations. • Ability to maintain the highest standard of confidentiality is required with zero tolerance. • Experience performing multifaceted projects in conjunction with regular activities. Working Environment: • Home Office – Must be willing to travel to offices upon request. • Up to 10% of travel required - Valid Driver’s License required. • Must have reliable internet connectivity. • Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed. About Client Our client is headquartered in Tampa, Florida and they offer healthcare education with content-rich, interactive online courses as well as hands-on training. As a nonprofit healthcare educational institution, they focus on workforce training, recruiting, and retention while offering academic advising, one-on-one tutoring, resume and interview coaching, job search assistance, and technical support. They are committed to equipping and empowering students to excel in healthcare careers. For immediate consideration, please contact Denise Wicks: If you require assistance or accommodation in the application process, please contact us at [email protected] or 770-346-7205.

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Disclosure: The pay range for this position is $165,000.00 to $175,000.00 base salary (dependent on factors including but not limited to client requirements, experience, statutory considerations, and location). Benefits available to full-time employees: medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and 401k *Note: Disclosure as required by the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act (CO), NYC Pay Transparency Law, and sb5761 (WA).