Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

Overview

CTP is a privately held small business based in Herndon, VA. We provide program management services for government and private clients and deliver technical assistance programs in over 80 countries around the world. CTP provides specific solutions or full lifecycle support, including course and curriculum design, expert instruction, logistics support, monitoring & evaluations, knowledge management, strategic planning, program management, and staffing services.

Responsibilities

Position Summary: CTP, Inc is seeking a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) responsible for establishing and overseeing enterprise cybersecurity strategy, ensuring the protection of systems, data, and digital infrastructure across cloud, platform, and development environments. Travel to the Caribbean region will likely be required.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop enterprise cybersecurity strategy and policies
• Lead security operations, incident response, and vulnerability management
• Establish risk management and compliance frameworks
• Implement continuous monitoring and threat detection programs
• Ensure security integration across cloud, platform, and enterprise systems
• Conduct security assessments and audits
• Develop disaster recovery and resilience strategies
• Provide executive leadership on cybersecurity risk and posture

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
• 12+ years of cybersecurity experience
• Experience with cloud security environments
• Experience with security frameworks (NIST, ISO, etc.)
• Experience managing security operations teams
• Strong incident response and risk management experience

Preferred Qualifications

• CISSP, CISM, or equivalent certification
• Experience supporting government or regulated environments
• Experience with SIEM and security monitoring platforms

Location

Hybrid, preferred candidate will be located in the Washington DC area with remote work possible. Travel to Caribbean region required.

Company Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Short Term Disability insurance
• Long-Term Disability insurance
• Life Insurance
• AD&D
• Telework
• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Spending Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• a 401K Retirement plan

Compensation

• Salary range based upon experience, but this is a senior/executive level role.

Security Clearance

• Active SECRET security clearance preferred

Other Requirements

• Supervisory Responsibility: Yes
• Travel: International travel required
• Work Authorization: Candidate must be authorized to work in the United States. No sponsorships provided.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.

CTP is an Equal Opportunity Employer