Chief Information & Security Officer

Join our team at the Corporate level as a Part Time or Full Time Chief Information & Security Officer, located at one of our facilities in Denver, Colorado or Batavia, New York. 

The dual-role Chief Information Officer (CIO) / Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) will collaborate with Corporate Leaders and Business Unit IT Managers to develop and implement the Corporate information technology strategy and security program aligned with industry best practices to effectively and efficiently serve the business, its customers, and stakeholders. Demonstrates strong leadership, strategic vision, technical expertise, and a robust understanding of cybersecurity principles to create a secure, efficient, and scalable IT environment. Responsible for leading technology innovations, IT governance, risk management, and cybersecurity efforts to safeguard the organization’s digital infrastructure, data, and assets. 

Key Results Areas:  

IT Strategy & Leadership

Develop and execute the Corporate IT strategy via 5-year roadmap, ensuring alignment with the overall business objectives and goals, customer requirements, and regulatory environments.

• Setup and lead the Corporate IT Change Advisory Board to ensure all changes are aligned with long-term strategic roadmap.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to ensure the Business Units successfully meet business and security requirements.
• Lead corporate application lifecycle management and negotiate contracts for bulk licensing.
• Oversee the development and implementation of technology initiatives, ensuring they deliver value, innovation, and efficiency across the organization.
• Collaborate with Business Units and Corporate leadership to identify IT solutions that drive business growth, optimize IT resources, and improve operational efficiency.
• Publish an annual IT strategy and technology report. Relevant details shall be integrated into the public reporting documentation.

Information Security & Risk Management

• Ensure the organization's IT infrastructure and systems are secure, implementing robust security practices and policies for both domestic and international business.
• Lead efforts to design, implement, and maintain an effective information security program to protect sensitive data and ensure compliance with security regulations.
• Leverage CISSP knowledge to integrate security best practices across the organization’s systems, including risk management, access control, cryptography, and disaster recovery.
• Conduct regular security assessments and audits to identify vulnerabilities and ensure compliance with industry regulations.
• Oversee the IT risk management plan and development of incident response plans and coordinate responses to security incidents and data breaches.
• Lead cybersecurity reporting to the Board of Directors.

IT Governance & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with relevant legal and regulatory requirements related to IT and data security including ITAR, EAR, PCI, CUI, CMMC, and NN801.
• Establish and enforce IT governance frameworks and policies that maintain operational efficiency and data protection.
• Define authority, responsibilities, reporting, controls, approvals, and metrics to optimize IT value to the company and its stakeholders.
• Ensure that the organization adheres to data privacy laws, industry standards, and regulations, working closely with legal teams and external auditors.
• Develop and manage IT audits, ensuring that security measures and policies are continually monitored and improved. Oversee audits by external entities.

Technology Infrastructure & Operations

• Support the Business Unit management and optimization of IT infrastructure, including networks, servers, cloud systems, and software applications.
• Ensure IT systems are reliable, scalable, and cost-efficient while delivering optimal performance.
• Define and implement standardized project management methodology to ensure effective resource planning and implementation standards.
• Implement industry best practices for IT operations, including system monitoring, backups, data integrity, and uptime, ensuring high availability of critical systems.
• Lead the development and implementation of cloud migration strategies, ensuring efficient data storage and quick recovery capability.

Digital Transformation & Innovation

• Lead the organization’s digital transformation efforts, identifying opportunities for innovation through new technologies.
• Stay abreast of emerging technology trends (e.g., AI, machine learning, IoT) and assess their potential impact on the organization.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement within the IT department,