Remote Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

Placements24; Willows (CA); Remote; USD 250,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Executive coaching

Retirement plan

Remote work flexibility

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a seasoned Chief Information Security Officer to lead our global cybersecurity strategy in a fully remote capacity. You will set the enterprise vision, drive governance, risk management, and regulatory compliance, and build a distributed security organization.

You will mentor teams, engage with the Board, oversee budgets, and champion innovative security technologies while maintaining strong stakeholder relationships across all levels.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15+ years in information security leadership roles.
• Proven track record developing enterprise-wide security strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and oversee the organization's information security strategy and roadmap.
• Establish and maintain security policies, standards, and procedures across units.
• Lead and mentor distributed information security teams.
• Oversee risk management, incident response, business continuity, and disaster recovery planning.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Manage information security budget and vendor relationships.
• Advise executive leadership and Board on information security risks and strategies.
• Drive security awareness and training programs across the organization.
• Champion adoption of innovative security technologies and methodologies.
• Represent the organization on cybersecurity matters with external stakeholders.

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished and visionary Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to lead their global cybersecurity strategy. This is a fully remote position, offering unparalleled flexibility to the right candidate, regardless of their geographical location. The CISO will be responsible for establishing and maintaining the enterprise vision, strategy, and program to ensure information assets and technologies are protected. This executive-level role demands a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of the threat landscape, risk management, and regulatory compliance. You will build, lead, and inspire a high-performing security team, fostering a culture of security awareness and resilience across the organization. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of security for a forward-thinking company from the ground up, driving innovation and best practices in a fully distributed model.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and oversee the organization's comprehensive information security strategy and roadmap.
• Establish and maintain robust security policies, standards, and procedures across all business units.
• Lead and mentor the information security team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Oversee risk management, incident response, business continuity, and disaster recovery planning.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Manage the information security budget and vendor relationships.
• Advise the executive leadership team and Board of Directors on information security risks and strategies.
• Drive security awareness and training programs throughout the organization.
• Champion the adoption of innovative security technologies and methodologies.
• Represent the organization on cybersecurity matters with external stakeholders.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Business Administration, or a related field; PhD is a plus.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in information security leadership roles, with a proven track record of developing and executing enterprise-wide security strategies.
• Extensive experience in cybersecurity, risk management, governance, compliance, and incident response.
• Demonstrated experience managing global security operations and distributed teams.
• Strong understanding of current and emerging threat landscapes, technologies, and mitigation strategies.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience reporting to and advising executive leadership and boards of directors.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA are essential.
• Proven ability to lead and manage effectively in a fully remote work environment.

Benefits

• This executive-level position offers a highly competitive base salary, substantial bonus opportunities, and long-term incentive plans.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance are provided, along with a generous retirement savings plan.
• The role comes with significant autonomy and the ability to shape the security function globally.
• Professional development support, including conference attendance and executive coaching, is available.
• As a fully remote position, you have the freedom to work from anywhere, promoting an exceptional work-life balance.
• This is a leadership opportunity with immense impact and growth potential.