Deputy CISO

The Security Executive Council; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A security consulting firm is seeking a Deputy CISO to develop and execute security strategies and oversee incident response. This role includes leading IT operations, managing budgets, and mentoring staff. Candidates should have senior IT leadership experience and expertise in security management. Competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth offered.

Qualifications

• Proven success in strategy execution and security management.
• Expertise in IT operations and data security protocols.
• Ability to communicate clearly to non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise security strategy and multi-year IT roadmaps.
• Direct IT operations and vendor relationships.
• Drive incident response and policy development.

Skills

Senior IT leadership experience

Financial oversight

Vendor negotiation

Project management

Ability to communicate technical concepts

Decision-making capabilities

Problem-solving capabilities

Job description

Overview

The Deputy CISO is a strategic leader responsible for developing and executing the vision, strategy, and program to protect enterprise information assets and technologies. Reporting directly to the VP-IT/CIO, this role oversees security strategy, risk reduction, incident response, and policy development, while ensuring IT systems and staff operate effectively in support of company objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise security strategy, cloud security, and multi-year IT roadmaps.
• Direct IT operations, teams, and vendor relationships to ensure secure, reliable, and cost-effective solutions.
• Drive incident response, compliance, and policy development across the organization.
• Manage budgets, project prioritization, and resource allocation.
• Mentor and develop IT staff, fostering an inclusive and collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• Senior IT leadership experience with proven success in strategy execution and security management.
• Strong financial oversight, vendor negotiation, and project management skills.
• Expertise in IT operations, systems architecture, and data security protocols.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
• Executive presence with advanced decision-making and problem-solving capabilities.