Virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• ​​Perform high value, point in time client consulting engagements 
• ​Develop long term consulting relationships with clients enrolled in a recurring consulting services program 
• Review client’s current security and service management program and assist with developing program maturity 
• Identify gaps in current solutions and practices and build a corresponding roadmap that can be communicated to key stakeholders within the organization 
• Act as client’s head of technology or security within executive level meetings 
• Work with leadership teams to determine whether or not new technologies can be integrated into existing systems to improve efficiency or reduce costs 
• Participate as a member of client’s change advisory board and act as an emergency change approver 
• Manage the direction and priorities of client’s IT projects and initiatives 
• Host or participate in client’s technology and/or security team meetings  
• Coordinate and advise on vendor specific partnerships 
• Assist with client’s annual technology budgeting process 
• Serve as a liaison between upper management and technical staff to ensure project goals are met by all parties involved 
• Advise in security risk assessments and help clients determine business risk 
• Continually train and gain industry expertise in your area of expertise which may include any of the following: Information Security, IT Service Management, Digital Transformation, Advanced Technologies 
• Work with internal Marco teams to provide solution specific guidance and pricing options 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• ​​​​Bachelor’s degree and six years of experience as a proven industry expert; or equivalent combination of education and experience.​​ 
• Previous service management experience preferred.​​ 
• Experience with service management concepts, systems testing, and evaluation methods (e.g. ITIL v4).​​ 
• vCISO candidates should have at least one of the following certifications, or the ability to obtain within six months of being hired: CISSP, CRISC, CCISO, SANS GIAC​​ 
• Proven experience in IS infrastructure planning and development preferred.​​​ 
• Professional working knowledge of information security standards and guidelines such ISO 27001, NIST 800-53, NIST 800-171, NIST CSF, CIS, PCI DSS, and HIPAA 
• ​​​​Valid Driver’s License, proof of personal insurance and an acceptable driving record.​​​ 

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• ​​Business financial acumen with ability to translate technology needs into financial decisions 
• ​High degree of emotional intelligence when communicating with executive level leaders 
• Natural aptitude for outcome-based reasoning. 
• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills with internal and external clients. 
• Self-starter, ability to plan and implement sales strategy with limited supervision. 
• Ability to thrive in a competitive, goal-driven environment. 
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to maintain accurate and detailed records of sales activity.  
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities and to operate with changing priorities. 
• Demonstrate ability to work effectively and professional with all types of people and situations.  
• Demonstrates a strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy and quality. 
• Strong desire to help others achieve sales success, anticipate their needs and take initiative to ensure positive sales outcomes. 
• Proficient with business collaboration tools including Microsoft Office Suite, CRM and company specific programs.