The Information Security Officer (ISO)

ROLE OBJECTIVE

The Information Security Officer (ISO) will be responsible for establishing and maintaining an enterprise-wide information security program to ensure that information assets are adequately protected. The ISO will oversee and direct the organization's security strategy, implementation, and compliance efforts, safeguarding against both internal and external security risks

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop and Implement Security Policies:

 Design and maintain security policies, procedures, and practices in alignment with

 regulatory requirements and organizational goals.

 o Ensure policies are reviewed and updated regularly based on emerging threats.

 Risk Management:

 Conduct regular risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and assess the potential

 impact of threats.  Develop, implement, and monitor a comprehensive risk management strategy.

 Ensure risks are mitigated through appropriate controls and action plans.

 Incident Response and Management:

 Develop, implement, and manage incident response plans to address security

 breaches, including containment, eradication, and recovery.

 Lead investigations of security incidents and coordinate with relevant stakeholders to resolve issues.

 Security Awareness and Training:

 Implement and manage security training and awareness programs for employees.

 Foster a culture of security awareness throughout the organization

 Compliance and Auditing:

 Ensure the organization is compliant with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.

 Work with auditors and regulators to demonstrate compliance.

 Conduct internal audits and prepare for external audits

 Vendor and Third-party Management:

 Assess and manage the security risk posed by third-party vendors and partners.

 Ensure contractual security requirements are in place and adhered to

 Security Tools and Technologies:

 Evaluate, select, and deploy security technologies (e.g., firewalls, encryption, and intrusion detection/prevention systems).

 Ensure security tools are properly configured and up-to-date.

 Collaboration with IT Team:

 Collaborate with the IT department to ensure secure system design and architecture.

 Provide input on the secure development of new technologies and platforms.

 Leadership and Strategy:

 Stay up to date on the latest security trends and technologies.

 Develop and execute the information security strategy that aligns with the

 organization's goals and objectives.

 Provide regular reports and updates to senior leadership on security status, risks, and

 incidents.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cyber security, or a related field. A master’s degree is a plus.  Certifications: CISSP, CISM, CISA, or equivalent certifications.

 Technical Skills:

 Knowledge of security frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST).

 Hands-on experience with security technologies (firewalls, encryption, IDS/IPS).

 Understanding of cloud security, application security, and endpoint security.

 Familiarity with regulatory requirements (GDPR, PCI DSS, HIPAA)

Experience (in Years): 2 to 5 years of experience in information security management or a similar role.