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The Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) is a director-level leader responsible for establishing and maintaining a company-wide information security vision, strategy, and program. The CISO is a transformative business partner, enabling secure innovation and aligning security initiatives with business objectives. This role requires a balance of strategic leadership and tactical execution, with deep expertise in IT governance, IT architecture, cloud security, and risk management. The CISO must possess broad technical knowledge, strong business acumen, and the ability to lead change and collaborate across the organization.

• Develop, implement, and oversee a comprehensive information security and IT governance framework for the entire organization.
• Lead the design and execution of cloud security strategies, ensuring secure adoption and management of cloud services.
• Advise executive leadership on emerging cyber threats, regulatory requirements, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with IT architecture and operations teams to ensure security is integrated into all technology solutions and projects.
• Direct the planning and execution of security awareness and training programs for all employees.
• Oversee security audits, compliance initiatives, and certifications (e.g., ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials Plus).
• Lead incident response planning, investigations, and remediation efforts.
• Manage vendor and third-party risk related to information security.
• Prepare and manage the information security budget and resource planning.
• Report regularly to executive leadership on the state of information security, risk posture, and strategic initiatives.
• Map and manage relationships with key business stakeholders, using tools like stakeholder power maps and management strategies.
• Drive innovative problem solving and continuous improvement in security practices.
• Lead management of change initiatives to ensure security adapts to evolving business needs.
• Foster collaboration across teams and with external partners to achieve security and business goals.

• Proven experience in a senior information security leadership role (e.g. Director of Security).
• Deep knowledge of IT governance, cybersecurity frameworks, and cloud security best practices.
• Strong understanding of IT architecture, infrastructure, and application security.
• Demonstrated leadership and strategic planning skills, with the ability to drive organizational change.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including the ability to present complex security topics to non-technical audiences.
• Experience with regulatory compliance (e.g., GDPR, SOX, HIPAA) and risk management.

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) – (ISC)²
• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) – ISACA
• Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) – (ISC)²

• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) – ISACA
• ISO 27001 Lead Implementer or Lead Auditor
• ITIL Foundation or higher
• CompTIA Security+
• GIAC Security Leadership (GSLC)
• Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert
• Other relevant certifications in cybersecurity, cloud security, or IT governance

Candidates should hold at least one required certification, with multiple certifications strongly preferred for this director-level role.

Required Education / Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in information security, Computer Science, IT, or a related field.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in information security, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Experience in both cybersecurity and IT architecture.

Preferred Education / Experience

• Prior experience supporting executives and/or working in a professional environment
• Microsoft, A+
• ITIL
• Cyber Essentials Plus or similar standards

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Required daily to stand, sit, walk, talk, hear, and see (specific close vision abilities are required to perform computer work)
• Required occasionally to stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl
• Required daily to use hands and fingers and arms to reach (to operate a computer and telephone)
• Required occasionally to lift and/or move objects that are light to moderate
• Required occasionally to travel (usually by air or road so may be required to sit for extended periods)

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to work with moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phone, and printers, etc.)
• Ability to work in an open planned office / individual office
• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for extended periods
• Ability to sit in a car or on a plane for extended periods

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

All Celeros divisions are committed to the effective use of the Celeros Values. It is important that all employees understand and utilize these values when performing the duties of his/her position.

INTEGRITY: We work safely and respect our employees, business partners & environment. We always lead by example.

SPEED: In our mission to bring mission-critical flow control equipment to the world, energy in our actions & urgency.

ACCOUNTABILITY: We stand behind our actions and deliver on our promises.

PARTNERSHIP: We collaborate across our teams & our customers to win together. We rely on each other to deliver the best outcome & celebrate successes.

EXCELLENCE: We are passionate about being the best at engineering, manufacturing & maintaining mission-critical equipment. We seek quality & community improvement in every interaction.

QUALITY

Quality encompasses all aspects of Celeros’ business, and every employee shares the responsibility to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformity relating to product, process and the quality system. All employees have an obligation to identify and record any such nonconformity, and through designed channels, initiate and recommend solutions.

CELEROS Flow Technology is an equal opportunity employer.