Quick overview
Job description
The Senior Advisor to the CISO serves as a trusted advisor and key strategic partner to the Chief Information Security Officer. The Senior Advisor provides expert guidance on cybersecurity strategy, risk, governance, and incident readiness; leads high-priority initiatives and special projects on behalf of the CISO; and helps ensure the Office of Cybersecurity's priorities are carried out effectively and consistently.
The Senior Advisor works across the Cybersecurity Response, Cybersecurity Risk, and Cybersecurity Governance teams, and collaborates with Information Technology, business units, executive leadership, and external partners to align cybersecurity efforts with the agency's mission.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Information Security, Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.
- Ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in information technology or cybersecurity, including experience in cybersecurity operations, risk management, governance, incident response, and security program management.
- Five (5) years of experience in senior advisory, leadership, or program management role supporting cybersecurity or information technology programs.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.
- Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CGEIT, or GIAC certifications.
- Experience within government, healthcare, or other highly regulated environments.
- Demonstrated experience implementing and managing cybersecurity frameworks such as the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, NIST SP 800-53, HIPAA Security Rule, PCI DSS, and CIS Critical Security Controls.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Strategic thinking and sound judgment as a trusted executive advisor.
- Strategic planning and cybersecurity program development.
- Enterprise cybersecurity governance and risk management.
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