Principal Cybersecurity Strategist - IS Mod
About The Position
The Office of Information Security’s Transformation Office seeks a Principal Cybersecurity Strategist to lead the Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) related initiatives within the Information Security Modernization (ISM) Program for the enterprise. This role will embed, be a critical thought leader, drive the strategy and coordinate all aspects of information security within a high visibility AI ready secure data architecture. The role coordinates cross-project dependencies, ensures alignment, and accelerates enterprise implementation. The position supports secure AI-driven advancements by integrating safeguards across the AI-ready data architecture, supporting the advancement of data protection controls and management as innovation grows. The Principal Digital Strategist must assess delivery, integration, and operational risks and develop strategies that protect Mayo Clinic Data and patient trust. Participate in and lead components of Mayo Clinic’s enterprise-wide cybersecurity strategy, cyber innovation and associated services. Partner with leadership to align security with business goals, drive adoption of emerging technologies, and strengthen the organization’s security posture. Lead and drive innovative security projects while collaborating cross functionally. Initial assignments will include leading and embedding within the development of a critical Mayo Clinic initiative and drive DSPM implementation and partner with dependent efforts, including critical partnership with the Privacy office. This role will coordinate cross-project dependencies, ensure alignment to program outcomes, and accelerate implementation. This will support AI-driven advancement by embedding safeguards throughout the AI data architecture and management practices as innovation grows and proactively assessing risk to protect Mayo Clinic Data.
Requirements
- Technically skilled and experienced with modern data management, DSPM, database activity monitoring, data protection controls, PKI, API security, AI Security, S-SDLC, IAM, cloud security, threat modeling, etc. in a hybrid multi-cloud environment.
- Executive communication and strategic vision
- Technical breadth across modern security and IT domains
- Promote a culture of innovation and change, ensuring continuous improvement in quality, cost-effectiveness, and service excellence.
- Ability to translate technical risk for business leaders.
Responsibilities
- Develop and manage multi-year cybersecurity strategy and roadmaps
- Advise leadership on cyber priorities, risk, and investment
- Lead innovation in securing novel and emerging technology.
- Guide and partner with strategic programs such as DSPM, database activity monitoring, AI security, API security, identity modernization, OT/IoT security, application protection, etc.
- Foster cross-functional collaboration and mentor security professionals
- Represent the organization in appropriate industry forums and contribute thought leadership
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans
- Medical: Multiple plan options.
- Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
- Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
- Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
- Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Principal
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
