The Company is in search of a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to spearhead the development and leadership of its information security program. This pivotal role involves establishing and executing security strategies, policies, and controls to safeguard the company's intellectual property, production systems, and customer data. The successful candidate will be responsible for building the security function from the ground up, including governance frameworks, team development, and close collaboration with various departments to integrate security into the company's operations. Given the nature of the business, the CISO will also oversee compliance with industry-specific frameworks and ensure the company's security posture keeps pace with its growth. Applicants for the CISO position at the company should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience, with a minimum of 10 years in information security and at least 5 years in a senior security leadership role. A CISSP certification is mandatory. The role requires a candidate with a proven track record in security program development, particularly in the areas of policy, risk management, and control implementation. Direct experience with compliance frameworks such as CMMC, NIST 800-171, and ITAR/EAR in a manufacturing, defense, or aerospace environment is essential. The ideal candidate will also have a strong background in cloud security, network security, identity and access management, and endpoint protection, as well as experience in securing industrial or manufacturing systems. Excellent communication skills and the ability to translate technical risk into business terms are crucial, and a background in a high-growth or scale-up company is preferred.

Hiring Company

VulcanForms Inc.