SVP, Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

NFP•Los Angeles, CA

16h•$190,000 - $250,000

About The Position

The SVP, Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) is responsible for defining and executing Wealthspire’s enterprise cybersecurity and information risk strategy. This role ensures the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of firm and client data while enabling business growth, regulatory compliance, and technology innovation. The CISO partners closely with executive leadership, legal, compliance, and technology teams to develop and maintain a comprehensive security program that strengthens risk management and supports Wealthspire’s position as a trusted wealth management platform.

Requirements

15+ years in cybersecurity leadership roles or equivalent knowledge and experience
Experience leading security programs within financial services, wealth management, or regulated environments
Deep knowledge of cloud security, identity management, artificial intelligence governance, and security operations
Experience with regulatory frameworks (SEC, FINRA, SOC2, NIST)
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience

Responsibilities

Security Strategy & Governance Develop and execute the firm’s enterprise cybersecurity strategy, roadmap, and governance framework aligned with business objectives.
Establish and maintain cybersecurity policies, standards, and control frameworks in accordance with regulatory and industry standards, including SEC, FINRA, SOC 2, NIST, and ISO.
Serve as the executive leader responsible for the firm’s enterprise cybersecurity risk management program.
Risk Management Lead the identification, assessment, and mitigation of cybersecurity risks across applications, infrastructure, data platforms, and third-party vendors.
Direct enterprise incident response planning, crisis management procedures, and cyber event readiness.
Oversee vulnerability management, threat intelligence, and proactive risk monitoring programs.
Regulatory & Compliance Alignment Partner with Legal and Compliance teams to support regulatory examinations, cybersecurity assessments, and external audits.
Ensure alignment with SEC cybersecurity expectations and evolving financial services regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
Security Architecture & Operations Provide strategic oversight of security architecture, engineering, monitoring, and incident response operations.
Ensure secure technology architecture across cloud platforms, SaaS environments, enterprise systems, and data infrastructure.
Executive Leadership Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership and the board of directors on cybersecurity risks, threat landscape, and organizational security posture.
Champion enterprise-wide security awareness and promote a culture of cybersecurity accountability across the organization.