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Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) - Remote

60200 Meru , Eastern KES500000 Annually WhatJobs

Posted 20 days ago

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Our client is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to lead their cybersecurity initiatives in a completely remote capacity. As the CISO, you will be responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive information security strategy to protect the organization's assets, data, and systems from evolving threats. You will oversee all aspects of information security, risk management, compliance, and incident response. The ideal candidate is a visionary leader with a deep understanding of cybersecurity best practices and the ability to manage a distributed security team effectively.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and execute the organization's information security strategy, policies, and procedures.
  • Oversee the implementation and management of security controls, technologies, and architectures.
  • Lead the information security risk assessment and management process.
  • Develop and manage the incident response plan, ensuring timely and effective resolution of security incidents.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards (e.g., GDPR, ISO 27001).
  • Provide leadership and direction to the information security team.
  • Educate and train employees on security best practices and awareness.
  • Stay current with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies.
  • Manage the information security budget and vendor relationships.
  • Advise senior management on cybersecurity risks and strategies.
Qualifications:
  • Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in information security, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role (CISO, VP of Security).
  • Extensive knowledge of cybersecurity principles, frameworks, and best practices.
  • Proven experience in developing and implementing enterprise-wide security programs.
  • Strong understanding of risk management, compliance, and incident response.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic thinking skills.
  • Relevant security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA are highly desirable.
  • Experience managing distributed teams and remote security operations.
  • Proficiency in security technologies such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, and endpoint security solutions.
This is a critical leadership role, offering a fully remote work arrangement. The successful candidate will be responsible for the security posture of systems and data relevant to Meru, Meru, KE , but will operate exclusively from a remote location.
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Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) - Remote

50100 Kakamega, Western KES250000 Annually WhatJobs

Posted 21 days ago

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Our client, a global leader in FinTech, is seeking a highly accomplished and strategic Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to lead their information security initiatives. This critical, fully remote role is responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive security strategy to protect the organization's digital assets, data, and systems from cyber threats. The CISO will oversee all aspects of information security, including risk management, incident response, vulnerability management, data privacy, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in cybersecurity leadership, a deep understanding of emerging threats, and a proven ability to build and manage high-performing security teams. This position is a fully remote opportunity, requiring exceptional communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills to effectively collaborate with executive leadership, IT teams, and external partners worldwide. Responsibilities include developing and enforcing security policies and procedures, conducting security audits, managing security awareness training programs, and ensuring compliance with relevant industry regulations (e.g., GDPR, PCI DSS). You will lead the incident response team in the event of a security breach, ensuring swift and effective mitigation. A strong understanding of cloud security, network security, application security, and cryptography is essential. The CISO will also be responsible for developing and managing the information security budget and staying abreast of the latest security technologies and trends. We are looking for a proactive, ethical, and results-driven leader who can champion a security-first culture throughout the organization. This is a unique opportunity to architect and implement state-of-the-art security measures from a remote environment, safeguarding critical data and ensuring the trust and integrity of our client's digital services. Your expertise in navigating complex cybersecurity challenges remotely will be instrumental.
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