Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

Job Title: Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)Role SummaryThe CISO is responsible for establishing and leading the organization's cybersecurity strategy, protecting information assets, systems, and infrastructure from evolving threats. This role ensures robust security governance, risk management, and regulatory compliance while enabling secure business growth and digital transformation.Key Responsibilities1. Cybersecurity Strategy & LeadershipDefine and execute enterprise-wide cybersecurity strategy aligned with business objectivesAdvise CEO, Board, and executive leadership on cyber risks and mitigation strategiesBuild a security-first culture across the organization2. Security Architecture & OperationsOversee security architecture across networks, applications, cloud, and endpointsEnsure implementation of security controls, monitoring, and threat detectionLead Security Operations Center (SOC) and incident response capabilities3. Risk Management & GovernanceEstablish cybersecurity risk management frameworks and policiesConduct risk assessments, vulnerability management, and penetration testingAlign with standards such as ISO/IEC 27001, NIST, and CIS Controls4. Compliance & Regulatory OversightEnsure compliance with regulations such as GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, and local cybersecurity lawsManage audits, certifications, and regulatory reportingPartner with legal, compliance, and audit teams5. Incident Response & ResilienceLead incident response planning, crisis management, and breach handlingEnsure business continuity and disaster recovery readinessConduct simulations and tabletop exercises6. Identity & Access Management (IAM)Oversee identity governance, access controls, and privileged access managementEnsure secure authentication and authorization mechanisms7. Third-Party & Cloud SecurityManage vendor and third-party risk assessmentsEnsure security across cloud platforms and outsourced servicesEstablish secure DevSecOps practices8. Security Awareness & TrainingDevelop organization-wide security awareness programsTrain employees on cyber risks, phishing, and best practicesQualifications & ExperienceBachelor's or Master's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, Computer Science, or related field15–20+ years of experience in cybersecurity or IT security roles5+ years in senior leadership roles (CISO, Head of Security, etc.)Strong expertise in security architecture, risk management, and complianceProfessional certifications preferred (CISSP, CISM, CRISC, etc.)Key CompetenciesDeep cybersecurity and risk management expertiseStrategic thinking and business alignmentCrisis management and decision-making under pressureStrong leadership and stakeholder influenceRegulatory and compliance knowledgeOriginally posted on Himalayas