Chief Information Security Officer

A global technology organization serving enterprise clients is conducting a confidential search for an experienced and forward-thinking Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). This role is responsible for defining, leading, and maturing the company’s global information security program, ensuring strong cyber resilience, regulatory alignment, and effective protection of platforms, data, and customer environments across all regions.

Overview

The CISO will serve as the primary executive accountable for security strategy, governance, and risk posture across the organization. This individual will define the future-state security framework, champion a security-first mindset, and ensure the company’s security capabilities keep pace with the evolving threat landscape and the expectations of highly regulated global clients.

Responsibilities

Security Strategy & Framework

• Establish a modern, forward-looking enterprise security strategy aligned with business objectives and emerging threat trends.
• Develop and maintain security policies, standards, and practices across infrastructure, applications, and operations.
• Ensure compliance with global data protection and privacy regulations.
• Align the security program with widely adopted industry frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST CSF, or similar.
• Implement an effective governance model to measure, manage, and report on security risk.
• Partner with senior leaders to integrate cyber risk management into enterprise risk processes.
• Provide functional oversight and strategic guidance to security personnel across multiple regions.
• Present clear, business-aligned security metrics and findings to executive leadership.

Programs, Operations & Culture

Qualifications

Required Skills

Preferred Skills

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