Chief Information Security Officer

About This Role :

The CISO partners with the CIO in leading IT day-to-day Detection and Response technologies and functions to improve the university cyber posture and detection and response functions.

Duties include but are not limited to :

• Lead the development and management of the university's information security strategy, ensuring comprehensive cybersecurity measures protect against threats to both cloud and on-premises resources.
• Oversee the operational aspects of cybersecurity, including threat monitoring (detect), incident response(respond), security audits, and compliance assessments to ensure the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of information assets.
• Manage relationships with cybersecurity service providers, ensuring SLAs are met and that services align with university needs and budget constraints.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures for information security governance, risk management, compliance, and data protection, ensuring adherence across cloud and on-premises environments.
• Lead and develop the Information Security team, promoting skills advancement in cybersecurity technologies, operations, and best practices.
• Foster a culture of security awareness, continuous learning, and adaptability within the team and across the university, aligning skill development with strategic needs and emerging threats.

Why Join Us :

Kansas State University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays. To see what benefits are available

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Worksite Options :

This position is required to be performed on-site. Work is performed on employer premises or designated assignment location.

What You’ll Need to Succeed :

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