Business Information Security Officer

Brown & Brown; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

401k & financial planning

Paid time off

Education support

Job summary

Brown & Brown in Plano, TX, seeks a Business Information Security Officer (BISO) to align security with business objectives and lead information/physical security programs across divisions. The role reports to CSO and partners with divisional IT leaders and executives to embed security in operations.

The ideal candidate has 8–10+ years in information security or regulatory compliance, with certifications like CISSP/CISM preferred.

Qualifications

• 8–10+ years of information security, cybersecurity, risk management, governance, or regulatory compliance.
• Experience partnering with business units to align security with business goals.
• Strong knowledge of security controls, frameworks, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead information and physical security programs aligned with corporate policies and standards.
• Shape security roadmap for the organization and divisional technology plans.
• Provide SME guidance on risk management, incident response, and compliance.

Skills

CISSP

CISM

Cross-functional collaboration

Security governance

Security architecture

Education

BA/BS in business, security, or technology

Tools

ISO27001

NIST

Cyber Essentials

Job description

Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers.

Brown & Brown is seeking a Business Information Security Officer (BISO) to join our growing team in Plano, TX!

The Business Information Security Officer (BISO) serves as the primary liaison between the security function and divisional profit centers and corporate teams. Reporting directly to the Chief Security Officer (CSO), the BISO works closely with divisional IT leaders, and business executives to align business operations with both information and physical security strategies. The BISO also represents the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and the VP of Global Physical Security in local information security and physical security matters. Serving as the single conduit into the information security/physical security organization, this role ensures security is embedded in divisional culture, focuses on key risks, and provides guidance on security policies and controls.

How You Will Contribute:

• Support the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of information and physical security programs in alignment with corporate policies, standards, and frameworks.
• Contribute as a key member in shaping both the Brown & Brown security roadmap and divisional technology roadmap.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for information and physical security, supporting strategy development and execution.
• Provide guidance on prioritizing divisional investments that impact security.
• Allocate security resources (architecture, engineering, operations, risk management) to meet divisional needs.
• Support merger and acquisition activities, including pre-deal due diligence and post-deal 90-day security integration.
• Advise divisional leaders on security-related risk and assist in meeting broader risk management and compliance objectives.
• Monitor emerging security trends and assess potential impacts to divisions or profit centers.
• Ensure risk remediation processes are followed, issues are mitigated, and exceptions are tracked according to organizational standards
• Manage IT certification and accreditation processes in collaboration with auditors and certification bodies.
• Oversee regulatory compliance for data privacy and protection across the division.
• Align divisional funding requirements with strategic security initiatives.
• Participate in relevant security and business councils or working groups.
• Educate stakeholders to strengthen awareness and security culture.
• Understand business objectives and translate risk discussions into business-focused terms.
• Drive security risk assessments across the division.
• Engage business partners constructively on security issues.
• Establish clear risk ownership and accountability.
• Ensure compliance with security policies, regulations, and tools.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills & Experience to be Successful:

• CISSP, CISM, or equivalent certifications (preferred)
• BA/BS in business, security, or technology.
• 8–10+ years of experience in information security, cybersecurity, risk management, governance, physical security, or regulatory compliance, with a focus on business-aligned service delivery.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams.
• Working knowledge of ISO27001, NIST, Cyber Essentials and other security standards
• Deep experience of security architecture and the tooling required to instantiate.
• Knowledge of Property & Casualty insurance is a plus.
• Experience running a SOC and working cyber incidents.
• Experience leading teams responsible for security across mid-to-large organizations (55+ people).
• Strong understanding of organizational environments and their connection to external business drivers.
• Ability to understand business operations, evaluate risk in context, and connect business initiatives to value and risk.

Pay Range

$180k - $200k Annual

The pay range provided above is made in good faith and based on our lowest and highest annual salary or hourly rate paid for the role and takes into account years of experience required, geography, and/or budget for the role.

We go beyond standard benefits, focusing on the total well-being of our teammates, including:

• Health Benefits: Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Financial Benefits: ESPP; 401k; Student Loan Assistance; Tuition Reimbursement
• Mental Health & Wellness: Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services
• Beyond Benefits: Paid Time Off, Holidays, Preferred Partner Discounts and more.

Not reflective of all benefits. Enrollment waiting periods or eligibility criteria may apply to certain benefits. Benefit details and offerings may vary for subsidiary entities or in specific geographic locations.

The Power To Be Yourself

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment comprised of people from all backgrounds, with a variety of experiences and perspectives, guided by our Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (DIB) motto, “The Power to Be Yourself”.