Virtual Chief Information Security Officer

Job Summary

A company is looking for a Virtual Chief Information Security Officer (1099, Pooling).

Key Responsibilities

• Lead development of security strategy aligned to client business goals and risk appetite
• Guide risk management practices including risk registers, threat modeling, and treatment plans
• Provide executive-level oversight of regulatory compliance programs (e.g., PCI, NIST, HIPAA, etc.)

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience (10+ years) in a senior information security role, such as CISO, vCISO, or Director of Information Security
• Deep knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, standards, and regulations (e.g., PCI, CMMC, NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2, etc.)
• Strong understanding of risk management, threat analysis, and incident response
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC) are highly desirable
• Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field; a Master's degree or MBA is a plus