Director of Information Security / Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

Maryland Connect • Patuxent Riding, MD

122d • $160,000 - $170,000

About The Position

The Director of Information Security / Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive information security strategy supporting academic, research, and administrative functions. This strategic leader will direct the Information Security Office (ISO), manage audits, oversee compliance, and serve as the primary authority on institutional cybersecurity.

Requirements

• Bachelor's in Computer Science or related field
• 10+ years of cybersecurity leadership experience
• Strong understanding of NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2, GDPR, CCPA
• CISSP certification required

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree
• Experience with higher ed data compliance
• Familiarity with research security standards

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of a campus-wide security program
• Oversee ISO and Info Assurance Specialists
• Implement secure cloud and zero-trust architectures
• Direct GRC (Governance, Risk, Compliance) efforts
• Manage audits and incident response
• Promote cybersecurity awareness
• Advise senior leadership and external partners
• Manage security vendors and budgets
• Support grant and research cybersecurity needs

Benefits

• Medical, dental, prescription insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick leave
• Annual leave
• Personal leave
• 12 paid holidays per year
• Tuition remission
• Employer-funded pension and supplemental retirement accounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree