Chief Information Security Officer (Remote)

Ciso Opportunity At Cengage Group

We believe in the power and joy of learning. At Cengage Group, our employees have a direct impact in helping students around the world discover the power and joy of learning. We are bonded by our shared purpose driving innovation that helps millions of learners improve their lives and achieve their dreams through education. Our culture values inclusion, engagement, and discovery. Our business is driven by our strong culture, and we know that creating an inclusive workplace is absolutely essential to the success of our company and our learners, as well as our individual well-being. We recognize the value of diverse perspectives in everything we do, and strive to ensure employees of all levels and backgrounds feel empowered to voice their ideas and bring their authentic selves to work. We achieve these priorities through programs, benefits, and initiatives that are integrated into the fabric of how we work every day.

The Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) is a senior technology executive accountable for protecting Cengage Group's digital assets, data confidentiality, and technology infrastructure from cyber threats while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. This leader defines and delivers the enterprise information security strategy, building a robust and resilient security posture that enables business innovation while mitigating risk. The CISO combines deep technical expertise with executive leadership, shaping the company's security vision while driving excellence in security operations, risk management, and governance. This role balances strategic vision, business partnership, and organizational influence to ensure security becomes an enabler of digital transformation rather than a barrier to progress. As a critical member of the IT leadership team, reporting to the CIO, this role serves as the primary authority on cybersecurity matters and partners closely with business leaders, legal, compliance, and the board to align security investments with enterprise priorities and risk appetite.

Key Responsibilities

• Enterprise Security Strategy & Risk Leadership
• Cyber Defense & Security Operations
• Governance, Compliance & Data Protection
• Business Partnership & Security Enablement
• Leadership & Talent Development

Cengage Group is committed to working with broad talent pools to attract and hire strong and most qualified individuals. Our job applicants are considered regardless of race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, and any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, provincial or local laws. Cengage is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities including during our job application process.

Cengage Group, a global education technology company serving millions of learners, provides affordable, quality digital products and services that equip students with the skills and competencies needed to be job ready. For more than 100 years, we have enabled the power and joy of learning with trusted, engaging content, and now, integrated digital platforms. We serve the higher education, workforce skills, secondary education, English language teaching and research markets worldwide. Through our scalable technology, including MindTap and Cengage Unlimited, we support all learners who seek to improve their lives and achieve their dreams through education.

Compensation at Cengage Group is competitive and comprehensive. Individual base pay will vary based on work schedule, qualifications, experience, internal equity, and geographic location. Sales roles often incorporate a significant incentive compensation program beyond this base pay range. $250,200.00 - $308,000.00 USD.

Warning : Be aware, there has been an increase of targeted recruitment scams perpetrated by bad actors falsely providing job offers on behalf of Cengage Group to candidates as a means of obtaining personal information. Note that Cengage will always interview candidates via live in-person meetings, phone calls, and video calls before an offer would be extended. Also, be sure to check that communication is coming from an @cengage.com email address.