Senior CISO — Financial Services & Banking

Hartman Executive Advisors; Baltimore, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with match

Job summary

Hartman Executive Advisors is seeking an experienced Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to lead holistic information security programs for its financial services client portfolio, including community banks and credit unions. This senior, client-facing role advises executive leadership and shapes cybersecurity, risk, and compliance programs.

The CISO will oversee program development, risk assessments, regulatory compliance, incident readiness, and roadmaps, partnering with technology and

Qualifications

• Minimum 7+ years in progressive cybersecurity leadership roles, preferably in financial services.
• Experience as CISO, vCISO, or senior security leader across multiple environments.
• Strong knowledge of security frameworks, regulatory compliance, and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead cybersecurity, risk management, and compliance strategy across client organizations.
• Engage directly with CEOs, CFOs, COOs, CIOs, and boards.
• Build modern, resilient security programs aligned to business outcomes.
• Translate evolving threats into clear, actionable roadmaps.
• Help clients navigate cloud, identity, regulatory, and AI-driven risk.
• Serve as a trusted, independent advisor.

Skills

Cyber security leadership

CISO experience

Executive communication

Regulatory compliance know-how

Cloud security

Vendor management

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree

CISSP or CISM preferred

Job description

Hartman Executive Advisors is seeking an experienced Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to lead holistic information security programs for its financial services client portfolio, including community banks and credit unions. This senior, client-facing role advises executive leadership and shapes cybersecurity, risk, and compliance programs.

The CISO will oversee program development, risk assessments, regulatory compliance, incident readiness, and roadmaps, partnering with technology and