Chief Information Security Officer – Strategic Security Leader

Universityculture; Camarillo, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 93,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

California State University Channel Islands is seeking a Chief Information Security Officer to lead the university's information security program, risk management, and compliance with CSU and federal requirements. The role reports to CIO/IT leadership and oversees policy development, security architecture, incident response, and education/training for staff and students.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree with 8–10 years in IT security/risk management, including 4+ years in a leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• 8–10 years in IT security, risk management, and general IT roles with at least 4 years in a leadership position.
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA preferred; higher education experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead information security program, controls, policies, and governance.
• Ensure compliance with CSU, federal, and state regulations; manage risk.
• Develop security education and awareness for staff and students.
• Oversee incident response, metrics, and reporting to leadership.
• Collaborate with governance bodies and external auditors.

Skills

Leadership

Security governance

IT risk management

Regulatory compliance

Policy development

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

CISSP

CISM

CISA

Job description

California State University Channel Islands is seeking a Chief Information Security Officer to lead the university's information security program, risk management, and compliance with CSU and federal requirements. The role reports to CIO/IT leadership and oversees policy development, security architecture, incident response, and education/training for staff and students.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree with 8–10 years in IT security/risk management, including 4+ years in a leadership