Chief Information Security Officer

Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)Type: ContractLocation: Glendale, AZWork Setting: OnsiteWork Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, 40 hours per weekWe are seeking an experienced Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) for a full-time contract opportunity in Glendale, AZ. This position will provide strategic leadership and oversight of enterprise information security initiatives, ensuring the protection of organizational systems, networks, and sensitive data.The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in cybersecurity strategy, governance, risk management, regulatory compliance, incident response, and enterprise security operations. Previous experience supporting public sector or government organizations is highly preferred.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the development, implementation, and oversight of enterprise-wide cybersecurity strategies, policies, and programs.Establish and maintain information security governance frameworks aligned with organizational objectives and industry best practices.Direct cybersecurity risk assessments, identify vulnerabilities, and develop strategies to mitigate security risks.Oversee compliance with applicable cybersecurity regulations, security standards, and organizational policies.Provide strategic leadership for security incident response, threat management, and remediation activities.Oversee enterprise security operations, including security monitoring, vulnerability management, and threat detection.Collaborate with executive leadership, IT teams, and business stakeholders to align cybersecurity initiatives with organizational priorities.Evaluate existing security controls, processes, and technologies to identify opportunities for improvement.Provide guidance on cybersecurity policies, security awareness, and organizational risk management practices.Communicate cybersecurity risks, program performance, and strategic recommendations to executive leadership.Required QualificationsExtensive professional experience in information security, cybersecurity leadership, or enterprise IT security management.Demonstrated experience developing and executing enterprise cybersecurity strategies and security governance programs.Strong background in cybersecurity risk management, regulatory compliance, and security policy development.Experience overseeing enterprise security operations, incident response, and threat management.Knowledge of recognized cybersecurity frameworks and standards, such as NIST, ISO 27001, and related security best practices.Proven ability to collaborate with senior leadership and communicate complex cybersecurity risks to technical and nontechnical stakeholders.Strong understanding of enterprise security architecture, security controls, and organizational risk mitigation.Excellent leadership, strategic planning, communication, and stakeholder management skills.Preferred QualificationsPrevious cybersecurity leadership experience within public sector, government, municipal, or other regulated environments.Prior experience serving as a CISO, Deputy CISO, Director of Information Security, or equivalent senior cybersecurity leadership position.Relevant professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or CRISC.Experience supporting cybersecurity compliance, governance, and risk management initiatives within large or complex organizations.Additional InformationThis is a full-time, onsite contract engagement requiring availability Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, for a standard 40-hour workweek in Glendale, Arizona.