Senior Director, Chief Information Security Officer

4 weeks ago

Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya World Vision Kenya Full time

World Vision is an international Christian relief, development and advocacy organisation working in almost 100 countries world-wide to create lasting change in the lives of children, families and communities to overcome poverty and injustice.


Key Responsibilities:
*This position is open for candidates based in any country where World Vision International is legally registered to operate*The Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining a comprehensive information security strategy. This global role will oversee cybersecurity operations, compliance, and risk management across multiple regions, ensuring the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of our data. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional leadership skills, a proactive mindset, and extensive experience in managing global information security programs.

Strategic Leadership:

Develop and lead the global information security strategy in alignment with business goals, overseeing cybersecurity initiatives across all regions.


Risk Management:
Identify, evaluate, and mitigate cybersecurity risks, maintaining a robust risk management program to safeguard organizational data.

Governance & Compliance:

Ensure compliance with international regulations and standards, establishing policies and procedures to address emerging threats and protect sensitive information.


Incident Response:
Oversee incident response processes, leading investigations into security breaches and implementing corrective measures to prevent recurrence.

Security Awareness:
Cultivate a strong cybersecurity culture by driving employee awareness programs, training, and best practices across the organization.

Stakeholder Collaboration:
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, senior executives, and external partners to align security strategies with organizational objectives.

Budget Management:
Develop and manage the information security budget, allocating resources effectively for both existing operations and new initiatives.

Technology Evaluation:
Evaluate emerging technologies and security tools, ensuring the organization stays ahead of threats through proactive adoption and deployment.

Team Leadership:
Build and lead a high-performing global cybersecurity team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and professional growth.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field (advanced degree preferred).
Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA are highly desirable.
Extensive experience (10+ years) in information security leadership, including managing global teams.
Proven track record in developing and implementing strategic cybersecurity initiatives.
Strong understanding of international compliance frameworks (GDPR, ISO, NIST, etc.).
Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and inspire at all levels of the organization.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
The position requires ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally when needed.

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