Virtual CIO/CISO

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Perform high value, point in time client consulting vCIO/vCISO 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
• Evaluate IT integration, improve efficiency, and determine solution ROI with IT leadership
• Consult with clients on business continuity, impact analysis, disaster recovery, and incident response planning.
• Perform tabletop exercises for client IT teams and executive leadership.
• Translate technology and security assessment results into executive summaries for leadership.
• Consult with clients as they adopt cybersecurity controls and safeguards for common compliance frameworks.
• Coordinate and advise on vendor specific partnerships, SLAs, licensing, and solutions evaluations.
• Assist with client’s annual technology budgeting process
• Serve as a liaison between upper management and technical staff
• 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).
• Candidate 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 IT infrastructure and Information Security Solution planning and development required.
• 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

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.