Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) in Calgary, AB

Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) Job Description

CISOs oversee all measures to protect a company’s physical and digital security and provide safeguards for a firm’s employees, facilities, and assets. CISOs in Canada must possess extensive experience in the field of information security, loss prevention, fraud prevention, and privacy, as well as demonstrated skills in business continuity and disaster recovery planning. Keen networking and communication skills are required to lead information security initiatives and interface with clients. Companies look for candidates who can develop strategic plans and gain buy-in from key stakeholders for the firm’s cybersecurity initiatives to better serve the firm and its clients. Compliance- and security-related certifications are required in addition to a bachelor’s degree in information systems or a related field and 10 or more years of experience with a focus on information systems privacy.

Typical chief information security officer (CISO) duties:

Managing enterprise-wide security policies and systems.

Developing and implementing long-term information security and privacy strategy, business continuity, and disaster recovery plans.

Ensuring the company, its vendors, and contractors meet all mandated security and compliance standards.

Recommending security enhancements to the leadership team.

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Salary for Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) in Calgary, AB

158056 - 214225

25th percentile

158056

New to the role, with little or no experience; requires more than casual instruction or supervision to perform day-to-day duties

50th percentile

189406

Has the experience to consistently perform core responsibilities without direct supervision; very comfortable with processes and subject matter associated with the role

75th percentile

214225

Value to the organization goes far beyond the ability to perform normal job duties; has rare qualifications that enable consistent contribution in unique ways; ready for next career level when available

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