Chief Information Security Officer/Virtual - Stand8

STAND 8 provides end to end IT solutions to enterprise partners across the United States and with offices in Los Angeles, New York, New Jersey, Atlanta, and more including internationally in Mexico and India

We are seeking to procure and implement the services of a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO/Virtual) to provide executive-level consulting and information security expertise. The CISO will offer remote support via email, phone, and on-site visits as needed, with duties that replicate the functions of a full-time, in-house CISO.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead quarterly Steering Committee meetings to review, revise, and update IT policies, procedures, and the Enterprise IT Security Strategic Plan.
• Conduct enterprise application assessments and security awareness training to ensure compliance and mitigate risks.
• Perform annual reviews of IT systems and associated risks, recommending and assisting with the implementation of upgrades, system restructuring, and other IT initiatives.
• Provide expert guidance on current trends and events in the rapidly evolving information security landscape.
• Act as a key consulting source to the organization, offering on-demand technical support for critical IT projects.
• Assist with price estimation, vendor solicitation, and contract negotiations for IT equipment, software, and services.
• Offer technical support on an on-call basis, helping to augment service levels, manage project rollouts, and deliver emergency IT services.
• Identify and assess potential technology projects, recommending appropriate action plans and resources.
• Present and lead training initiatives to ensure IT staff stays current with the latest developments in information technology.