ISC2 · 2 months ago
Board Secretariat Manager
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
7+ years expISC2 is a leading nonprofit member organization for cybersecurity professionals, committed to creating a safe and secure cyber world. The Board Secretariat Manager will support the Board of Directors by managing board operations, ensuring compliance, and facilitating effective communication among board members and stakeholders.
AssociationCyber SecurityEducationNon ProfitSecurity
Responsibilities
Ensure adherence to legal, regulatory, and policy requirements
Work collaboratively with the executive leadership team, Board Chair and Board Secretary to support established governance processes and board operations
Responsible for the ongoing management of action items, board policies, and frameworks by leveraging previous experience in governance settings, while promoting accountability and timely completion
Serve as liaison between the board, executive management, and stakeholders
Ensure effective communication and information flow
Plan, organize, and facilitate the annual work calendar for board, committee, and taskforce meetings, ensuring opportunities for cross-committee collaboration and alignment of key initiatives across the governance program.Maintain committee members' focus on deliverables and milestones through structured program oversight
Ensure timely preparation and distribution of agendas, minutes, and related materials
Track attendance and ensure compliance with board policies
Maintain accurate records of meetings, resolutions, and board documentation
Manage access to board repositories and ensure proper document storage and archiving
Manage onboarding and offboarding processes for board members, leveraging knowledge of governance best practices gained through prior roles
Provide resources for new directors and ensure return of assets upon departure
Distribute post-meeting documents and track action items
Monitor action items and task ownership and progress against deliverables
Coordinate board member evaluations in collaboration with the Board Chair
Ensure feedback is gathered, timelines are met, and follow-up actions are tracked
Undertake special projects and other activities at the discretion of the Board
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required
7+ years of experience supporting or working within the governance function of an organization, such as board administration, compliance or corporate secretariat roles
Demonstrated ability to navigate and support the governance processes of a complex organization
Experience collaborating with board members, executives, and stakeholders in a governance context
Ability to deal with high-energy multifaceted board members
Solution Focus: take ownership of requests; tailor solutions to the member/situation; be timely in follow-up; resourceful in information gathering/ research
Excellent customer service skills: meeting and exceeding expectations; intuitively understand stakeholders; anticipate needs; provide value
Managing schedules and people with tact, diplomacy and poise
Focused, positive attitude, flexible, and proactive
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
High attention to detail and organizational ability
Ethical conduct and discretion with confidential information
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and board management platforms
Ability to work extended hours or overtime as needed
Travel up to 25% for board meetings and events including international travel
Remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting, for prolonged periods
Regular use of office equipment in a remote environment such as a computer/laptop and monitor computer screens
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other computer components
Preferred
Membership in a Governance Professionals association and/or a Board Governance designation preferred
Experience with board management and project management software, including Diligent Boards, and paralegal or administrative functions
Familiarity with governance related to membership or trade association is a plus
Company
ISC2
ISC2 is the world’s leading member organization for cybersecurity professionals, driven by our vision of a safe and secure cyber world.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Debra Taylor
Chief Financial Officer
Casey Marks
Chief Qualifications Officer
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