Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) About the Company Locally owned health insurance provider IndustryInsurance TypePrivately Held Founded1982 Employees501-1000 Specialties health insuranceindividual and family plansemployer group planswellness programscustomer serviceand medicare advantage plans About the Role The Company is seeking a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to take on a director-level role with a primary focus on establishing and maintaining a robust information security program. The CISO will be a key leader in the incident response team, responsible for defining, developing, and implementing risk management strategies and policies to safeguard the organization's digital assets. This includes governing and responding to risks, ensuring compliance with security policies, and providing the necessary tools and resources to protect against evolving security threats. The successful candidate will also be tasked with determining security policies and strategies, providing technical leadership, and managing various security architectures and technologies. Candidates for the CISO position at the company must have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, with a Master’s degree preferred, and at least 10 years of experience in senior IT roles, particularly within the health plan business. A minimum of 3 years in a leadership position is required, along with professional certifications such as CISA, CISM, or CISSP, or the ability to obtain one within a year. The role demands a deep understanding of information security, including intrusion detection, forensics, and secure messaging architectures. The CISO will also be responsible for overseeing the development and enforcement of security standards, conducting assessments, and leading the corporate security awareness program. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing security incidents and a strong commitment to advancing business objectives while ensuring the security of information assets. Hiring Manager TitleChief Information Officer Functions Information Technology