What are the responsibilities and job description for the Virtual CISO position at CompassMSP?
Position: Virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO)
">Remote Status: Remote
">CompassMSP is a rapidly expanding, award-winning technology solutions provider in the booming managed services space. Our vision is to be the North American leader in delivering and supporting technology solutions for small and mid-sized businesses.
">We offer a broad portfolio of secure IT services including managed IT, cybersecurity, technical compliance (CMMC, NIST, HIPAA, etc.), cloud solutions, and professional services.
">Are you an industry veteran with a history of consulting across sectors like finance, law, healthcare, or manufacturing? If you're driven by the challenge of crafting customized solutions to complex cybersecurity issues, then CompassMSP wants you.
">CompassMSP is seeking an experienced Virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO) to enhance client cybersecurity strategies across industries.
">Key Responsibilities:
">As the vCISO, you will lead risk assessments, develop roadmaps, and design privacy and security policies to strengthen cyber posture.
">You will have:
">~5 years of experience in technology-related fields, including the design and implementation of solutions
">~3-5 years' experience in creating and maintaining Policies, Gap Analysis, POAM's and SOP's related to security and compliance
">Specific compliance experience is required, i.e., prior experience in a Managed Service Provider or IT Consulting environment is preferred
">Responsibilities Include:
">Providing security and compliance leadership and planning for a diverse group of clients, as well as being the internal champion for each client within CompassMSP through the following:
">Develop strong business relationships with C-suite and Executives
">Collaborate with internal teams to successfully advise and support clients on all cybersecurity-related initiatives
">Translate complex technical concepts into understandable language
">Develop policies, procedures, and controls to enhance cybersecurity posture while ensuring compliance with regulatory mandates or contractual obligations
">Guide clients in identifying and implementing robust security controls reinforcing their risk and security programs
">Conduct risk assessments and enhance internal processes with policy formulation and cooperation with internal CompassMSP teams
">Manage all phases of client engagement to illustrate improvements in risk reduction and return on investment in our services, including project planning, collaborating with internal teams, presenting comprehensive reports, metrics, and dashboards
">Benefits:
">Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability available
">Tax-deferred retirement plan with company match
">Our Commitment to Inclusion:
">At CompassMSP, we are committed to fostering a workplace that is welcoming and inclusive to everyone, regardless of their background, culture, or identity. We believe that diversity is essential to building a high-performing team that can tackle complex challenges and drive innovation.
