Information Security Officer Job Description

An Information Security Officer (ISO) is an individual employed by an organization whose responsibility is to protect the confidentiality, integrity and availability of information assets.

An Information Security Officer (ISO) is responsible for protecting information assets to ensure the organization can meet its business goals, comply with laws and regulations, and protect its reputation.

Job Brief

We’re looking for an experienced Information Security Officer to join our team and help us protect our information assets. As our Information Security Officer, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining our security policies, procedures, and controls. You will also be responsible for conducting security audits and risk assessments, and for investigating any security incidents that occur. If you have a strong background in information security, and if you’re looking for a challenge, then we want to hear from you.

Information Security Officer Duties

• Create and oversee an organization-wide information security program
• Manage, direct, and coordinate information assurance activities and security-related responsibilities
• Develop, implement, and maintain security standards and procedures
• Provide advice and assistance to management concerning information security, privacy, and related matters
• Track and assess information and security-related matters
• Report information security breaches and vulnerabilities to management and to appropriate authorities
• Proactively identify, assess, manage, and mitigate potential threats to security
• Insure that security policies and directives are consistently applied
• Evaluate information security systems, methods, and practices
• Develop and implement programs for employee security awareness
• Develop and implement training programs on information security policies and procedures
• Develop and maintain security policies and procedures
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and standards
• Support the company’s incident response plans

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Information Security Officer Responsibilities

• Develop and implement security policies and procedures, using industry standard practices
• Review and update security policies, procedures, and standards, and upgrade technology as required
• Regularly monitor network perimeter for intrusions and intrusions in progress
• Perform vulnerability scans to identify software flaws
• Implement security engineering practices, such as coding standards and security metrics
• Perform backup, restore, and archiving operations
• Perform background checks, credit checks, drug screening, and criminal record checks
• Maintain network access controls and authentication requirements

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Requirements and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• 2+ years work experience in information security and/or IT
• Excellent knowledge of Internet security, including Internet architecture, protocols, and applications
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, and exceptional attention to detail

[Company Name] is fully committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We welcome applications from people of all races, religions, national origins, genders,   and ages, as well as veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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