Chief Information Security Officer

Thank you for your interest in employment with Southeastern Louisiana University.

Southeastern Louisiana University’s Office of Technology invites applications for the position of Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). The Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) provides security advising, risk management, the establishment of data and information security policy, and guidance for the university to maintain compliance with state and federal guidelines for information security. The CISO works to establish and maintain a culture of shared responsibility that encourages the community to embrace best practices for information security. The CISO serves as a member of the President’s Staff as well as the Technology Advisory Committee and Information Technology and Computing Policies Committee.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree or higher in an IT/IS-related field or business administration
Minimum of 5 years of experience in risk management and/or information security

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Master's degree or higher in an IT/IS-related field or business administration
7 years of experience in risk management and/or information security

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS
Knowledge of common information security management frameworks, such as ISO/IEC 27001, and NIST
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and high level of personal integrity

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Cover Letter
Resume/Vita
Copies of Transcripts (Official transcripts will be required if hired)
Names and contact information for 3 references

Posting Close Date

May 1, 2025

Please Note:  Applications must be completed and submitted by 11:59 p.m. on the posting close date to ensure consideration.

Southeastern Louisiana University is committed to fostering an environment of inclusion, respect and appreciation of differences in individuals. Southeastern is also designated as a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials.

How to Apply:

Click on the Apply button and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future vacancies. Any required documents should be attached under the Resume/CV section of your application. If all required documents are not attached you will NOT be considered.