Chief Information Security Officer

$11,778 - $20,748/Yr

Calstrs - Sacramento, CA

Full-time - Executive

Remote - Sacramento, CA

1-10 employees

Real Estate

About the position

The Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at CalSTRS is responsible for leading and managing the Information Security Office, providing policy guidance, and ensuring the security and integrity of the organization's information assets. The CISO will oversee various enterprise-wide information security programs, develop and implement security policies, and serve as an expert advisor to executive leadership and the Teachers' Retirement Board.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and management direction to the Information Security Office.
• Plan, organize, and direct activities related to information security programs including Defense & Monitoring, Audits & eDiscovery, Governance & Compliance, Security Awareness, Architecture & Data, and Investigations & Response.
• Develop, implement, and maintain enterprise policies, standards, procedures, and guidelines for information security management.
• Ensure the security, confidentiality, integrity, availability, and privacy of CalSTRS information assets.
• Serve as an expert policy advisor to the CEO, Executive Staff, and the Teachers' Retirement Board regarding information security matters.

Requirements

• Extensive experience overseeing and managing an Information Security Office program.
• Senior leadership skills with the ability to manage a diverse range of staff.
• Proven ability to develop, implement, and maintain enterprise policies and standards.
• Experience managing operating budgets and financial resources.
• Strong communication skills to convey complex information security strategies to stakeholders.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in developing and overseeing information security management systems and metrics.
• Ability to anticipate industry shifts and identify innovative opportunities for program performance enhancement.
• Demonstrated commitment to creating and sustaining a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace.

Benefits

• Annual incentive recognition opportunity of up to 15% of annual base salary.
• Relocation benefits may be available.
• Hybrid work options including in-office and remote work solutions.
• Access to on-site amenities such as fitness centers, cafés, and childcare facilities.