VCiso

Summary

Join Dataprise as a vCISO, providing strategic security consulting services to clients. Manage policies, standards, and processes to protect information assets; prepare client presentations; develop and manage enterprise-wide security strategies; align security initiatives with business objectives; and manage regulatory compliance programs and third-party risk. Assist clients in establishing security program goals, stay updated on regulatory changes and emerging threats, and participate in tabletop exercises. Oversee security policy approval and training, liaise with auditors, monitor security control implementations, and identify control gaps. This role requires strong leadership and communication skills, experience in the MSP/MSSP space, and relevant certifications. Dataprise offers a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive pay, health insurance, retirement benefits, paid time off, remote work options, and professional development opportunities.

Requirements

• 8+ years, including leadership and executive leadership and boards
• Bachelor’s degree (Master’s/MBA preferred)
• A leader and strategic thinker who is business-minded, creative and passionate about providing high level strategic security consulting to an assigned set of clients
• Excellent in a client facing role and can provide outstanding service and support
• Strong leadership and communication skills for executive-level engagement
• Crisis management and incident response planning
• Strong understanding of strategic business imperatives and be able to articulate risk in the context of business objectives; he or she will have a deep working knowledge of relevant compliance, regulatory frameworks (e.g., ISO, SOX, ITIL, COBIT) and Payment Card Industry (PCI) Data Security Standard (DSS)
• Superior theoretical and practical expertise in Enterprise and Information Systems Security
• Energy, enthusiasm and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Experienced in the MSP/MSSP space
• A multi-tasker who is able to manage their time well and stay on top of multiple priorities at once
• Great at communicating to internal and external clients so that all parties are provided with timely updates on deliverables
• Well versed in stakeholder management with an ability to get the right recommendations into the right hands to ensure timely completion and get executive buy-in
• A problem solver and adept at mitigating conflict and addressing challenging situations

Responsibilities

• Function as a vCISO for an assigned set of Dataprise clients and/or projects
• Manage policies, standards, and processes designed to protect information assets
• Prepare and deliver client presentations and briefings on Information Security related topics
• Develop and manage enterprise-wide security strategies
• Align security initiatives with business objectives
• Manage regulatory compliance programs and third-party risk
• Assist clients in establishing a vision, strategy and measurable goals for client security programs
• Stay up-to-date on regulatory changes, emerging threats, and evolving technologies
• Actively participate in enterprise-wide tabletop exercises (Incident Response etc)
• Oversee the approval, training, and dissemination of security policies and practices within client environments
• Liaise with internal and regulatory auditors on Cyber Security related subject matter
• Provide oversight and monitoring of security controls implementations, as well as identifying gaps in client controls

Preferred Qualifications

Professional Security Management certifications such as a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or other similar credentials are preferred

Benefits

• Competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including top-quality medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family + FREE telemedicine benefits, company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and 401(k) with company match
• A focus on work/life balance including hybrid and remote work options, 10 paid holidays and generous PTO
• Comprehensive Wellness Program including gym membership discounts/subsidies, and Wellness Rewards opportunities
• We provide career growth opportunities through internal movement and through continuous learning, upskilling, job shadow programs, career mentors, annual training allotments, and LinkedIn Learning licenses for all employees