Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

Job Description

Job Description

INTRODUCTION

A & Associates is a reputable staffing agency with a proven track record in screening and recruiting as well as job placement and career development. With more than ten (10) offices throughout the United States, A & Associates is a company that can be trusted to provide a diverse level of services with excellence, diligence and integrity. “Quality In Everything We Do” is far more than our mantra, it is our standard!!

Explore a career with A & Associates, one of the leading providers for temporary, temp-to-hire, permanent placement services and security guard services.

Job Description: Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

Position Type: Contract
Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Hours: 40 hours per week
Candidate Location: Local candidates only

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to lead and oversee the organization’s information security strategy, governance, risk management, and cybersecurity operations. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and extensive experience protecting enterprise systems, managing security risks, ensuring regulatory compliance, and responding to security incidents. Previous public sector experience is highly preferred.

Please note: Only local candidates will be considered.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement enterprise-wide information security strategies and policies.
• Oversee cybersecurity governance, risk management, and compliance initiatives.
• Lead incident response, threat management, and security operations.
• Identify security vulnerabilities and implement risk mitigation measures.
• Ensure compliance with applicable security standards and regulations.
• Collaborate with executive leadership, IT teams, and stakeholders to strengthen security.
• Lead security awareness initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior cybersecurity leadership role, preferably as a CISO or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of information security strategy, governance, risk management, and compliance.
• Experience managing incident response and enterprise security operations.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic decision-making skills.
• Previous public sector experience is a strong plus.

Work Schedule

This is a full-time contract engagement requiring 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Important: This opportunity is open to local candidates only.

EEO STATEMENT

A & Associates, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and trainin

A&A is organized across three major divisions: A&A Staffing, A&A Security, and A&A Insurance. These teams collaborate to deliver consistent service, contract-ready compliance, and scalable execution.

Staffing focuses on screening, recruiting, placement, and career development. Security concentrates on licensed officer programs, roving patrol, and property protection—supported by training, access control, loss prevention, and risk management best practices.

Company Description

\nA&A is organized across three major divisions: A&A Staffing, A&A Security, and A&A Insurance. These teams collaborate to deliver consistent service, contract-ready compliance, and scalable execution.\n\nStaffing focuses on screening, recruiting, placement, and career development. Security concentrates on licensed officer programs, roving patrol, and property protection—supported by training, access control, loss prevention, and risk management best practices.