Director, Information Security

Brown University

Providence, RI, US
Fully remote
10+ years it and security experience
3+ years significant leadership role
Security engineering and operations management
Brown University is seeking a Director of Information Security to lead its cybersecurity program, ensuring protection of digital assets and compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have extensive IT security experience and strong leadership skills, with a focus on operational oversight in a remote work setting

Job Summary

  • The Director provides strategic and operational oversight for Security Engineering, Security Operations, and Information Compliance & Risk pillars.
  • This senior leadership role ensures Brown University's digital assets are protected through robust engineering and precise incident management.
  • The position requires acting as a key liaison between technical practitioners, university leadership, and administrative departments including General Counsel.

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Brown University is seeking a Director of Information Security to lead its cybersecurity program, ensuring protection of digital assets and compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have extensive IT security experience and strong leadership skills, with a focus on operational oversight in a remote work setting.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years IT and security experience
  • 3+ years significant leadership role
  • Security engineering and operations management
  • Incident response and vulnerability management
  • Cloud security architecture knowledge

Nice-to-have

  • Strong stakeholder communication skills
  • Experience with privacy regulations like GDPR
  • Proven team mentorship capabilities
  • Knowledge of NIST 800-171 frameworks

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree required
  • 10+ years combined IT and security experience
  • At least 3 years in a significant leadership role
  • CISSP, CISM, or CISA certification preferred
  • Criminal background check and education verification required

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