On-Site vCISO Advisor for Healthcare Security Strategy

Dakota State University Applied Research Corp; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Dakota State University Applied Research Corp seeks an on-site vCISO to provide executive-level cybersecurity guidance and strategic advisory services to healthcare organizations. You will develop roadmaps, support governance, risk management, and incident response planning, and translate findings into actionable recommendations for leadership.

The role requires strong communication, independent problem-solving, and the ability to manage broad objectives in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong executive-level communication skills and ability to translate technical findings for nontechnical audiences.
• Experience guiding governance, risk management, and incident planning in healthcare or similar sectors.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive cybersecurity guidance and board-level advisory support to client organizations.
• Develop and maintain cybersecurity roadmaps prioritizing security improvements based on risk and resources.
• Support incident response planning, readiness, and management activities.
• Review and guide cybersecurity policies, strategies, and governance practices.
• Interpret healthcare cybersecurity policies and translate them into governance and risk planning.

Skills

Executive communication

Governance & risk management

Incident readiness

Security strategy

Policy development

Board-level advisory

Independent problem-solving

Clear written comms

Strategic planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree + 10+ years experience

Job description

Dakota State University Applied Research Corp seeks an on-site vCISO to provide executive-level cybersecurity guidance and strategic advisory services to healthcare organizations. You will develop roadmaps, support governance, risk management, and incident response planning, and translate findings into actionable recommendations for leadership.

The role requires strong communication, independent problem-solving, and the ability to manage broad objectives in a dynamic environment.