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RSI Security · 2 days ago

Virtual Chief Information Security Officer (1099, Pooling)

United States

Part-time

Remote

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

RSI Security is a leading cybersecurity compliance firm that specializes in providing comprehensive security assessment, advisory, and technical security testing services. They are seeking a Virtual Chief Information Security Officer to apply consultative and leadership skills to build rapport with clients and oversee compliance and security programs.

Cyber SecurityInformation Technology

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead development of security strategy aligned to client business goals and risk appetite

Guide risk management practices including risk registers, threat modeling, and treatment plans

Provide executive-level oversight of regulatory compliance programs (e.g., PCI, NIST, HIPAA, etc.)

Act as incident response advisor during major events, supporting containment and recovery planning

Offer technical insight into security architecture decisions, vendor evaluations, and tool selection

Qualification

CISO experienceCybersecurity frameworksRisk managementIncident responseCybersecurity strategyRelevant certificationsBachelor's degreeLeadership skillsCommunication skills

Required

Proven experience (10+ years) in a senior information security role, such as CISO, vCISO, or Director of Information Security, preferably within a consulting or client-facing environment

Deep knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, standards, and regulations (e.g., PCI, CMMC, NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2, etc.)

Strong understanding of risk management, threat analysis, and incident response

Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with C-level executives and boards

Experience in developing and executing cybersecurity strategies for organizations of various sizes and industries

Ability to work independently and manage multiple client engagements simultaneously

Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC) are highly desirable

Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field

Preferred

A Master's degree or MBA is a plus

Company

RSI Security

RSI Security is a cyber-security-focused technology company that helps private and public sector organizations.

Founded in 2008

San Diego, California, USA

51-200 employees

https://www.rsisecurity.com/

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