Chief Information Security Officer Job Description
The following is a full job description for Chief Information Security Officer. Here are the requirements and responsibilities for Chief Information Security Officer along with statistics. If after reading this page you determine that Chief Information Security Officer is not the position you are looking for, you may want to try one of these similar titles: Chief Information Technology Officer, Chief Technology Officer, VP of Information Security, Information Security Director, Chief Operating Officer, Information Security Manager, Information Security Analyst I, Information Security Analyst IV, Information Security Analyst II
Requirements and Responsibilities For Chief Information Security Officer
Provides the overall leadership, strategy, design, and execution of an organization's information security function. Responsible for determining the organization's information security policies, strategies, and standards. Provides leadership and oversight to the development, implementation, and enforcement of information security standards and procedures. Reviews risk evaluations, audits, and security incident investigations and presents information to senior leadership as needed. Stays current on the latest information security standards and best practices. Ensures compliance with data protection guidelines and applicable laws. May require a master's degree. Typically reports to Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Top level or C level management. Responsible for the development of functional or business unit strategy for the entire organization. Defines corporate vision and strategy establishes company direction and focus. Executes multiple high impact initiatives to achieve overall corporate goals.
 
Also referred to as: Chief Data and Cyber Security Officer, Chief Data Security Officer, Chief Information Systems Security Officer, Chief Information Vulnerability and Risk Mitigation Officer, Chief InfoSec Intrusion Officer, Chief InfoSec Officer, Chief InfoSec/Access Control Officer, Chief IS and Cyber Security Officer
Similar Jobs:  Chief Information Technology Officer, Chief Technology Officer, VP of Information Security, Information Security Director, Chief Operating Officer, Information Security Manager, Information Security Analyst I, Information Security Analyst IV, Information Security Analyst II
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Industries:  Aerospace & Defense, Biotechnology, Business Services, Chemicals, Construction, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, Energy & Utilities, Financial Services, Healthcare, Hospitality & Leisure, Insurance, Internet, Media, MFG Durable, MFG Nondurable, Pharmaceuticals, Retail & Wholesale, Software & Networking, Telecom, Transportation
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