SecurityBoat StratOps Member (vCISO)

We are looking for highly
skilled cybersecurity professionals to join SecurityBoat
as vCISO consultants on a contract basis. As a vCISO,
you will act as the virtual security leader for our
clients—providing strategic direction, regulatory
compliance support, risk management leadership, and
technical oversight. You will help organizations build,
implement, and manage their entire security program
across cloud and on-prem environments.This is a
flexible, remote-friendly opportunity ideal for
experienced security leaders who want to work across
diverse industries like fin tech, SaaS, healthcare, and
manufacturing—without the limitations of a full-time
corporate role.


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Key Responsibilities:
Develop and implement
comprehensive security policies, procedures, and
frameworks (e.g., NIST CSF, ISO 27001, GDPR, HIPAA, PCI
DSS).
Lead cybersecurity risk management efforts, identifying
vulnerabilities and proactively addressing security gaps.
Coordinate incident
response activities, manage disaster recovery planning,
and oversee cybersecurity incident recovery efforts.
Educate and mentor client
teams, promoting cybersecurity awareness and best
practices.
Continuously evaluate and manage the cybersecurity risk
posture, reporting to senior executives and boards.
Oversee compliance with
evolving regulatory requirements and industry-specific
standards.
Strategically guide cybersecurity investments, aligning
resource allocation with business objectives.
Collaborate with client
executives to develop a security-centric business
culture. Requirements

Background in information security,
IT, risk management, or related
fields. Auditing experience is
beneficial.
8-10
years of extensive cybersecurity experience with
leadership roles (CISO, Security Manager, or
similar).
Deep
knowledge of data governance, compliance
structures, and cybersecurity frameworks.

Proven ability to evaluate
risks, assign business value to security
initiatives, and trigger proactive security
improvements.

Expertise in bridging communication between technical
teams and non-technical executives.

Strong leadership qualities, including
mentorship, strategic thinking, and calmness
under pressure.

Previous experience across multiple industries
(finance, healthcare, technology) is
advantageous.
Preferred
Certifications:
Certified Information Systems Security Professional
(CISSP)
Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
Certified Information Systems
Auditor (CISA) ISO
27001 Lead Auditor/Implementer
Benefits

Flexible engagements tailored to professional and
personal goals.
Competitive compensation
structure.
Exposure to diverse, industry-leading
projects.
Access to specialized expertise and a
collaborative cybersecurity team.

Professional development opportunities and recognition
within the cybersecurity community.

Cost-effective for clients—reducing hiring, onboarding,
and turnover costs


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