Chief Information Security Officer at The Planet Group

• Job Location Washington, DC
• Seniority Director
• Type Full-time

Description

Overview Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) The Chief Information Security Officer is a senior executive responsible for defining and overseeing the enterprise-wide vision, strategy, and execution of information security programs that safeguard all organizational data and technology.

Reporting directly to the CEO and/or Board of Directors, the CISO plays a pivotal role in managing security risk across both the Academic/Research and Clinical/Patient Care operations of the integrated university and hospital system.

Position Details Salary: $250-2750k Type: Full-time, direct hire Location: Washington DC, onsite 3 days a week Strategic Direction & Executive Leadership Build and execute a long-term cybersecurity vision that supports the institution’s academic initiatives, research priorities, and clinical mission.

Lead and develop the security department, offering coaching, structure, and direction to cybersecurity personnel and partner teams.

Establish the organization’s security policies, governance models, and standards to ensure consistent risk management practices.

Oversee financial planning for cybersecurity, including technology investments, service contracts, and budget management.

Risk Oversight & Regulatory Alignment Supervise all risk assessments, compliance reviews, and internal/external audits, ensuring timely closure of any identified risks.

Maintain adherence to all regulatory requirements applicable to both sectors: Hospital/Clinical: HIPAA/HITECH, CMS guidelines, and relevant state-level data protection rules.