Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) - 12 Month Contract

Reperio Human Capital Ltd; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology recruitment firm is seeking a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) for a 12-month contract in Dublin. The successful candidate will design a cybersecurity programme focused on NIS2 compliance and risk management, while leading a team and ensuring robust security measures. Ideal applicants will have extensive experience in security leadership within large organizations, particularly in regulated environments.

Benefits

Work From Home

Qualifications

• Senior-level security leadership in a large tech organisation.
• Deep understanding of the NIS2 Directive.
• Experience in regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a security strategy aligned to NIS2.
• Maintain a risk register and run risk assessments.
• Build incident response processes including NIS2 reporting.

Skills

ciso

security

cyber security

chief security officer

Job description

Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) – 12 Month Contract

We are hiring a strategic, hands‑on CISO to join our client’s enterprise team for a 12‑month daily‑rate contract. You will lead the design and execution of a cybersecurity programme built around NIS2 compliance, risk management, and resilience, working closely with executive leadership and technical teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a security strategy aligned to NIS2 risk‑management measures.
• Maintain a risk register, define risk appetite, and run regular risk assessments.
• Build and test incident response processes, including NIS2‑compliant reporting.
• Establish business continuity and crisis management for cyber resilience.
• Lead third‑party / vendor security risk assessments.
• Define secure architecture (cloud, IAM, encryption) and embed secure SDLC practices.
• Drive a company‑wide security awareness programme.
• Oversee security governance: policies, metrics, and board reporting.

Essential Experience

• Senior‑level security leadership in a large tech organisation (CISO or equivalent).
• Deep understanding of the NIS2 Directive, including risk management, incident reporting, and accountability.
• Experience building and leading security functions in a regulated or highly compliant environment.
• Track record in incident response and secure architecture (cloud, IAM, encryption).
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM) strongly preferred.

Skills

• ciso
• security
• cyber security
• chief security officer
• cyber security
• dublin
• remote

Benefits

• Work From Home