North America Field CISO & Executive Security Advisor

Mimecast; Lexington (MA); Hybrid; USD 196,000 - 294,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Hybrid work model

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Mimecast seeks a Director-level Field CISO to lead security advisory for our most strategic North American accounts. Based in Lexington, MA or Minneapolis, MN with biweekly in-office presence, you’ll translate Mimecast's human risk platform into measurable business outcomes for CISOs, boards, and executives.

You will guide insider risk programs, AI governance, and compliance initiatives while building regional credibility and industry influence.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in enterprise information security leadership.
• At least 3 years as a CISO, VP Security, or equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field; Master's preferred.
• Advanced certifications (CISSP, CRISC, CISM, GIAC or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Act as trusted advisor to CISOs, CTOs, and board-level stakeholders across top accounts.
• Guide insider risk, Incydr deployment, AI risk and enterprise risk frameworks.
• Lead thought leadership and represent Mimecast at major security conferences.
• Partner with sales on security-sensitive enterprise deals and regional expansion.

Skills

Executive advisory

CISO leadership

Stakeholder influence

Cross-cultural fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/cybersecurity

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Mimecast seeks a Director-level Field CISO to lead security advisory for our most strategic North American accounts. Based in Lexington, MA or Minneapolis, MN with biweekly in-office presence, you’ll translate Mimecast's human risk platform into measurable business outcomes for CISOs, boards, and executives.

You will guide insider risk programs, AI governance, and compliance initiatives while building regional credibility and industry influence.