a. Strategy & Planning:
- Develop and implement a comprehensive information security strategy and program.
- Establish security policies, procedures, and standards to protect company assets.
- Lead risk assessment and management processes, including threat modeling and vulnerability assessments.
b. Leadership & Management:
- Manage a high-performing information security function
- Provide guidance and mentorship to IT members
- Coordinate with other departments to ensure alignment with security policies and objectives.
c. Compliance & Governance:
- Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS).
- Oversee the development and implementation of information security policies and procedures.
- Conduct regular audits and assessments to ensure ongoing compliance.
d. Incident Response & Management:
- Develop and oversee incident response planning and execution.
- Lead the response to security breaches and incidents, including forensic analysis and remediation.
- Communicate with relevant stakeholders during incidents, including executive management and, when necessary, external parties.
e. Education & Awareness:
- Promote security awareness across the organization.
- Develop and deliver training programs to educate employees on security best practices and policies.
f. Technical Oversight:
- Stay abreast of the latest security technologies, threats, and trends.
- Oversee the implementation and management of security technologies and solutions (e.g., firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, endpoint protection).
g. Vendor Management:
- Manage relationships with external vendors and service providers.
- Assess and select security vendors to ensure they meet the company's security requirements.
- Negotiate contracts and service level agreements to maximize value and security benefits.
- Oversee vendor performance and ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
