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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a highly experienced and strategic Director of Information Security to lead our organization's information security initiatives. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining a comprehensive information security program to protect our systems, data, and infrastructure from internal and external threats. This role requires a deep understanding of cybersecurity frameworks, risk management, compliance requirements, and emerging security technologies.
The Director of Information Security will collaborate closely with executive leadership, IT teams, legal, compliance, and other departments to ensure that security policies and practices align with business objectives and regulatory requirements. The successful candidate will also be responsible for incident response planning, security awareness training, vulnerability management, and continuous monitoring of the organization's security posture.
Key attributes for success in this role include strong leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, a proactive mindset, and a passion for staying ahead of evolving cybersecurity threats. The Director of Information Security will play a critical role in safeguarding the organization's reputation, assets, and customer trust.
If you are a visionary security leader with a proven track record of building and managing robust security programs, we encourage you to apply and join our dynamic team.
Responsibilities
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- Lead risk assessments and mitigation initiatives
- Oversee incident response planning and investigation of security breaches
- Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and standards
- Collaborate with IT and business units to integrate security into operations
- Manage security audits and assessments
- Develop and deliver security awareness training programs
- Monitor security trends and emerging threats
- Manage security budgets and resource allocation
- Report on security metrics and incidents to executive leadership
Requirements
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- 10+ years of experience in information security roles
- 5+ years in a leadership or management position
- Strong knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001)
- Experience with regulatory compliance (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, SOX)
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Proficiency in risk management and incident response
- Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CISA)
- Ability to work collaboratively across departments
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience leading an information security program?
- How do you stay updated on emerging cybersecurity threats?
- Describe a time you managed a major security incident. What was the outcome?
- What frameworks and standards are you most familiar with?
- How do you balance business needs with security requirements?
- What is your approach to building a security-aware culture within an organization?
- How do you prioritize security initiatives with limited resources?
- Describe your experience with regulatory compliance and audits.
- What security technologies and tools are you proficient with?
- How do you measure the effectiveness of a security program?
