Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) (Somerville)

Posting Description
CHIEF INFORMATION SECURITY OFFICER (CISO), Information Systems and Technology (IS&T), establishes and leads the enterprise-wide information security strategy across MIT. The CISO leads other overall direction and implementation of the information security policies, programs, and procedures to protect information security assets. The CISO positions the information security teams to provide an efficient, effective, and up-to-date risk management environment in support of IS&T’s goals. The position is responsible for developing, maintaining, and enforcing enterprise IT security architecture, security standards, and guidelines encompassing information security.The full job description is available here.
Job Requirements
REQUIRED: Bachelor’s degree; a minimum of fifteen years of experience in cybersecurity, information security, information technology or another related field; a minimum of five years of experience in a senior leadership role; a minimum of ten years of experience managing teams; demonstrated experience designing and managing enterprise-wide security programs, policies, and risk mitigation and initiatives; demonstrated expertise in compliance, data privacy laws, risk management, incident response, and security frameworks; and demonstrated experience with security architecture and enterprise technology. PREFERRED: Master’s degree; experience in a higher education environment.This is a full-time hybrid position.Apply for the CISO position by clicking on the following link: Revised 5/14/2026
Job Number:

25667

Functional Area:

Technology

Department:

Information Systems & Technology

School Area:

VP for Info Systems & Technology

Pay Range Minimum:

$325,000

Pay Range Maximum:

$375,000

Employment Type:

Full-time (Hybrid)

Employment Category:

Exempt

Visa Sponsorship Available:

No

Schedule:

Pay Grade:

15