Chief Information Security Officer — Enterprise Cyber Strategy

The Security Executive Council; Berlin, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

The Vice President, Chief Information Security Officer at Eversource Energy in Berlin, CT, leads the enterprise cybersecurity program, aligning security with business objectives and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities include developing a comprehensive security strategy, overseeing incident response, governance across OT/ICS, and collaboration with the Board and executive leadership to protect critical assets and maintain reliability.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of Information Security experience.
• CISSP and/or CISM certifications; US security clearance or ability to obtain one.
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transform and lead cybersecurity organization through strategic workforce planning and leadership.
• Develop and execute enterprise cybersecurity strategy aligned with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Advise the executive leadership and Board on cybersecurity strategy, risk, and investment priorities.
• Oversee incident response, cyber resilience, and risk management across IT and OT environments.

Skills

Business acumen

Leadership

Cybersecurity

Strategic thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Cyber Security

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

The Vice President, Chief Information Security Officer at Eversource Energy in Berlin, CT, leads the enterprise cybersecurity program, aligning security with business objectives and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities include developing a comprehensive security strategy, overseeing incident response, governance across OT/ICS, and collaboration with the Board and executive leadership to protect critical assets and maintain reliability.