Chief Information Security Officer
In this critical role, the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) is responsible for insuring the authenticity, confidentiality, integrity and availability of the company's information assets in all formats, and to protect them against unauthorized modification, disclosure or destruction.
The CISO is a full-time role located in Southfield, Michigan or New York and reports directly to the Chief Technology Officer. Paid relocation is not available for this position.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategy
Drive business and cyber risk strategy alignment, innovate and institute transformational change to manage risk through valued investments.
•Collaborate with business units, risk management and compliance groups to identify, prioritize and respond to risk components, developing security architecture in support of business strategy
•Direct initiatives related to Information Security strategic planning
•Set and manage budget for Information Security
•Lead and develop the Information Security Team
•Develop the IT Security Roadmap and communicate throughout the firm as necessary
•Remain current on developing trends in the Cyber Security industry, including government actions related to technology, as well as the evolving threat landscape
Leadership
Lead the firm in providing the structure, processes, necessary technologies and Thought Leadership related to all aspects of the business in order to educate, advise, and influence activities related to cyber risk through:
•Security Training and Awareness: remain on leading edge of training programming to inform and engage firm staff in their responsibilities
•Information Security Steering Committee: provide structure and visibility of IT and the Security Team to key business stakeholders
•Monitor and Report: changes in the threat, technical, legal, and regulatory landscape
•Lead the firm in times of an Information Security crisis incident and consult with senior leadership
•Security Standards: lead the creation and enhancement of standards and hardening procedures; ensure that IT management understands and supports
•Communicate: Liaise with Information Technology teams to ensure alignment between the security and enterprise architectures with the goal of coordinating the strategic planning implicit in these architectures
Asset Protection
Serve as the central point of contact on all information security issues and concerns. Lead and investigate security incidents and events to protect corporate IT assets, including intellectual property, regulated data and the company's reputation. Protect business assets by understanding the threat landscape and managing the effectiveness of the cyber risk program, encompassing the follow areas:
•Risk Assessments, Penetration Testing
•Vulnerability Management
•Architecture, policies, standards, guidelines, and any exceptions
Technology
Assess and implement security technologies and standards to build organizational capabilities by collaborating with end users, business leadership and IT team colleagues.
•Tool Implementations that appropriately support process improvement
•SaaS outsourced security solution identificationQualifications/Requirements:
•College degree in computer science, business administration, mathematics or related major is preferred; MBA strongly preferred. Relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of education.
•10+ years senior leadership experience, leading and developing teams, with demonstrated success in sound decision making. A proven collaborative executive who is able to drive effective change throughout an organization.
•Strategic thinker with demonstrated ability to leverage opportunities through the identification and implementation of new technologies
•Results-oriented, high-energy, critical thinker that has proven to be adaptive in dynamic and changing situations. Demonstrated ability to operate independently, with a sense of urgency and within a complex and changing environment.
•Able to clearly articulate competitive landscape from an IT and Firm Security context (e.g. opportunities, challenges, competitive context and client needs).
•Demonstrated ability to build and sustain collaborative relationships across geographies and multiple business platforms.
•Strong communication skills demonstrating the ability to influence, negotiate and build teams.
This description is not designed to encompass a comprehensive listing of required activities, duties or responsibilities.
AlixPartners is a results-driven global consulting firm that specializes in helping businesses successfully address their most complex and critical challenges.
In addition to a positive workplace, the firm offers a competitive compensation package including an excellent benefit program (health, vision, dental, disability, 401K, tuition reimbursement).
AlixPartners is a proud Silver award-winning Veteran Friendly Employer.
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AlixPartners is a global firm of senior business and consulting professionals that specializes in improving corporate financial and operational performance, executing corporate turnarounds and providing litigation consulting and forensic accounting services when it really matters – in urgent, high-impact situations. More information is available at www.alixpartners.com.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, (age), status as a protected veteran, or disability. AlixPartners is a proud Bronze award-winning Veteran Friendly Employer.