Chief Information Security Officer

Overview

The Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at Princeton is responsible for developing, expanding and maturing the University information security policy and strategy and draws on domain expertise, a capacity for vision and change management and communication skills to establish a high level of understanding of and attention to information security in a world-class institution of teaching, learning and research.

The CISO works collaboratively with University leadership and departmental technical and administrative staff throughout campus. The CISO develops and leads outreach, communication and education efforts to raise campus-wide awareness of information security risk, requirements and solutions; provides strategic and technical guidance and assistance in the design and implementation of appropriate security processes for campus-wide information systems; directs the University IT Risk Assessment process; recommends and monitors computing practices to prevent and recover from security breaches and handles breaches when they occur; provides vision, leadership and development of robust security operations and vulnerability management; and leads the operations and success of access security requirements.

The CISO reports to the Vice President for Information Technology and Chief Information Officer and collaborates with OIT senior staff and key campus business and IT leaders to shape security and business-continuity standards and action plans. The CISO also plays a leadership role in the implementation of security practices and policies through collaboration with technical staff. The CISO has dotted line responsibilities to the VP and Dean for Research, and is designated as the University Information Security Officer for federal grants and projects. The CISO also plays a key role in preparing and presenting strategic updates and recommendations to the University's Board of Trustees, ensuring transparency, accountability, and informed decision-making at the highest level of governance.

Responsibilities

Strategic Planning and Policy Development –

• Provides guidance and counsel on information security to the CIO, the University’s Board of Trustees, University Cabinet members, OIT senior staff and senior level University stakeholders.
• Works with campus leadership to develop a strategy for information security that balances Princeton's academic values with institutional attention to the risks and requirements generated by the University's increasingly information-rich environment and external regulations.
• Recommends strategies and practices to ensure information security and leads the design, development and implementation of the University's security and data-governance policies and procedures in consultation with University leadership, OIT and campus technical staff and IT advisory bodies.
• Represents the University in assessing and approving research security needs and establishes and maintains a strong partnership with Research Protections and Administration, and the Research Integrity Office.
• Advises University leaders on emerging information security risks and opportunities created by Princeton's role as a world-class institution of teaching, learning and research with increasing global relationships and activities.
• Tracks industry and higher-ed information security best practices to keep abreast of current techniques, systems and applications.
• Assumes responsibility for information-security policies and effective IT risk management and compliance across the University; coordinates campus-wide data governance and security initiatives.
• As a member of the CIO leadership team, contributes to the overall development of OIT's strategic goals, performance metrics, communication practices and culture.

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Training and Outreach –

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications :

Education :

Preferred Qualifications :

Princeton University has retained Boyden Executive Search to support the recruitment of this position. Confidential inquiries, applications, and nominations should be sent by email to Sara Swisher-Anderson, sswisher@boyden.com  Senior Associates at Boyden.

Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, work experience, education / training, key skills, market, collective bargaining agreements as applicable, and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The posted salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate for a full-time position; salaries for part-time positions are pro-rated accordingly.

If the salary range on the posted position shows an hourly rate, this is the baseline; the actual hourly rate may be higher, depending on the position and factors listed above.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. Please see this link for more information.

Standard Weekly Hours

36.25

Eligible for Overtime

No

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Probationary Period

180 days

Essential Services Personnel (see policy for detail)

No

Physical Capacity Exam Required

No

Valid Driver’s License Required

No

Experience Level

Director

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Salary Range

$265,000 to $325,000