Chief Information Security Officer – CISO

Stand Together

. Set the strategic direction for enterprise cybersecurity and execute a forward-looking security strategy aligned with organizational priorities, technologies, and business objectives .

Posted 10/20/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • United StatesLead💰 $240,000 - $275,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in enterprise cybersecurity strategy, cloud security, and security governance while fostering a culture of security across organizations. Proven ability to lead high-performing teams and influence executive leadership through clear communication of complex cybersecurity risks and innovative solutions.

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Enterprise Cybersecurity StrategyCloud SecuritySecurity GovernanceThreat ManagementAI-Driven Security Innovation

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Hard Skills

Cybersecurity ArchitectureIdentity And Access ManagementIncident ResponseData ProtectionVulnerability ManagementDisaster RecoveryBusiness ContinuityDevSecOpsZero-Trust PrinciplesAdvanced Security Engineering

Soft Skills

Executive PresenceBusiness AcumenInfluencing Senior LeadersCollaborationContinuous Improvement

Tools & Technologies

AI SecurityAutomationAdvanced AnalyticsCloud-Native ArchitecturesDigital Products

Industry Keywords

CybersecurityInformation SecurityTechnology RiskSecurity TransformationsHigh-Growth Organizations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudCyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Set the strategic direction for enterprise cybersecurity and execute a forward-looking security strategy aligned with organizational priorities, technologies, and business objectives
Build a culture of security across technology and business teams
Lead enterprise security architecture protecting critical systems, sensitive information, cloud environments, digital products, and third-party ecosystems
Champion AI-driven security innovation through automation, advanced analytics, and emerging technologies
Establish responsible governance for AI and autonomous agents
Oversee threat intelligence, vulnerability management, incident response, disaster recovery, and business continuity
Advise executive leadership by translating cybersecurity risks into actionable insights, investment priorities, and business decisions
Build and inspire a high-performing security organization and strengthen cross-functional partnerships
Establish measures demonstrating risk reduction, organizational resilience, customer and partner trust, and business value

Requirements

What you’ll need

Significant progressive leadership experience in cybersecurity, information security, or technology risk, including responsibility for enterprise-wide security strategy and execution in complex organizations
Demonstrated success building, transforming, or scaling cybersecurity programs while aligning security priorities with business strategy and organizational growth
Deep expertise across cybersecurity architecture, cloud security, identity and access management, threat management, incident response, data protection, and security governance
Strong understanding of cloud-native architectures, DevSecOps, zero-trust principles, AI security, and emerging cyber threats
Executive presence and business acumen, with the ability to influence senior leaders, communicate complex risks clearly, and make sound decisions amid uncertainty
Entrepreneurial mindset with a track record of challenging assumptions, identifying opportunities, and developing innovative, practical solutions
Proven ability to attract, develop, and lead exceptional teams while creating an environment of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Principled, intellectually curious leadership approach grounded in sound judgment, humility, integrity, and commitment to creating value for others
Enthusiasm to contribute to Stand Together's vision and principled approach, and commitment to stewarding its culture
Recognized cybersecurity thought leadership
Experience leading significant security transformations in high-growth, digitally sophisticated, or highly distributed organizations
Track record applying AI, intelligent automation, and advanced security engineering
Experience securing customer-facing digital platforms, complex partner ecosystems, and emerging technologies
Ability to operate at strategic and technical levels, engaging executive teams and guiding architectural decisions
Genuine connection to Stand Together's mission

Benefits

Comp & perks

6% 401(k) match with immediate vesting
Flexible time off
Comprehensive health and dental plans
Wellness and mental health support through Peloton and Talkspace
Meaningful career in a community of over 1,400 employees
Non-hierarchical environment empowering employees to discover, develop and apply their unique talents