Director, Deputy CISO

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Director/Deputy CISO to lead our organization's information security strategy and operations. This role will be responsible for protecting our digital assets, managing security risks, and fostering a culture of security awareness across the organization. The ideal candidate will be hands-on, blending technical expertise with strong leadership skills to drive our security program forward. This role will report to the Chief Information Security Officer.  

This role will play a crucial role in elevating our organization's security posture by reshaping our approach to cybersecurity. Success in this role will result in a more resilient, adaptable, and security-conscious organization better equipped to face present day cyber security challenges.  

What You Will Be Doing: 

Strategic Leadership & Planning 

• Assist the CISO in developing and implementing the overall security strategy 

• Lead long-term planning efforts to ensure the security organization evolves with the threat landscape and business needs 

• Collaborate with leadership to ensure security initiatives support overall business goals 

• Identify emerging security trends and technologies, assessing their potential impact on the organization 

Change Management  

• Develop and implement change management strategies to support the adoption of new security initiatives across the organization 

• Lead cultural transformation efforts to cultivate a security-first mindset among all employees 

Security Integration 

• Collaborate with business units to integrate security considerations into business processes and decision-making 

• Establish governance models that balance security requirements with business agility 

• Develop metrics and KPIs to measure the effectiveness of security integration efforts 

Team Development & Organizational Design:  

• Assess and redesign the security organization structure to optimize efficiency and effectiveness 

• Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing information security team 

• Define roles, responsibilities, and reporting lines within the security team and across relevant business units 

• Develop career paths and growth opportunities for security professionals within the organization 

• Foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the security team 

Stakeholder Management:  

• Build strong relationships with C-suite executives, board members, and key business leaders 

• Communicate security concepts and initiatives effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences 

• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to drive security improvements 

• Communicate complex security concepts effectively to both technical and non- technical audiences 

Security Operations Management:  

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the information security team 

• Develop, implement, and maintain security policies, procedures, and standards 

• Manage secur