Cybersecurity SME & vCISO

LRS Security Solutions is seeking a talented Information Security and Cybersecurity expert to enhance the technical and operational effectiveness of security organizations. As a Cybersecurity SME, you will provide IT security vision, leadership, and consulting services, focusing on both technical and human elements of cybersecurity. You will develop customized security solutions and provide strategic consulting, assisting customers with security program maturation, including roadmap development, policy review, and framework alignment. Additionally, you will handle technical tasks such as installation, configuration, software updates, administration, and problem resolution, while leading consulting services related to security development and business value discussions.

In your role as a vCISO, you will act as a trusted advisor and senior security leader for clients, guiding them through risk assessments, framework adoption (e.g., NIST CSF, ISO 27001, CIS Controls), and regulatory compliance. You will work with executive leadership to define KPIs/KRIs, develop board-level reporting, and align security programs with business objectives. Furthermore, you will oversee security posture evaluations, third-party risk reviews, and incident response planning. You may assist in sales efforts and conduct web-based and face-to-face meetings with customers and prospects, maintaining deep solution knowledge and technical skills. Travel to customer sites within the United States may be required, and while ideally located in the Midwest, remote candidates will be considered.

Candidate Requirements:

• 7 years’ experience in the information security field, with at least 2 years at management level
• Must hold an information security certification – CISSP or equivalent preferred
• Must have permanent authorization to work in the USA. No visa sponsorships are allowed.
• Working knowledge of PCI, HIPAA, and other regulations or compliance is preferred
• Self-directed with an ability to manage change effectively and work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong proactive communication skills, both written and verbal, and excellent grammar
• Able to present technically challenging topics to C-level executives as well as to those unfamiliar with the technology in a simplified, easy-to-understand manner

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience leading security programs or serving as a CISO, Deputy CISO, or vCISO
• Familiarity with governance frameworks such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, CIS Top 18, SOC 2, etc.
• Experience interfacing with legal, compliance, and audit teams

Responsibilities include:

• Participating on team of cybersecurity leaders that provide strategic consultation and fractional CISO services to clients
• Being an industry thought leader in understanding IT security solutions, as well as technical and operational effectiveness
• Having an overall understanding of available IT security solutions and their impact on an organization
• Staying abreast of current information security trends, threats, and news
• Maintaining ability to architect appropriate security solutions to meet clients’ needs
• Assisting with moving security opportunities through the sales cycle
• Achieving various technical certification tests to allow eligibility of security hardware and software sales.
• Promoting the security solution capabilities of LRS to various software manufacturer personnel.
• Assisting the marketing department in the development of sales and marketing materials
• Presenting at webinars and events
• Conducting security assessments, maturity evaluations, and framework gap analyses for clients
• Leading the development of security programs, including policies, standards, procedures, and roadmaps
• Advising on regulatory and industry compliance initiatives (e.g., HIPAA, PCI-DSS, GDPR, SOX)
• Providing security governance and oversight for incident response, vendor risk management, and business continuity
• Facilitating board- and executive-level security reporting and presentations
• Coordinating with internal IT and security teams to validate and prioritize risk remediation activities
• Monitoring threat landscape and emerging technologies relevant to clients’ industries and risk profiles

Performance Objectives for this position:

• Deliver strategic services to clients, meeting their timelines while falling within budget
• Maintaining technical knowledge to lead conversations with customers that may span wide ranges of information and cyber security
• Understand software manufacturer’s security software products, and the associated sales processes and challenges.
• Increase LRS’ capabilities to sell professional and managed security services
• Incorporate ‘hands-on’ activities in many areas of cyber: networking security, data security, development, IPS, IDS, endpoint security, etc.
• Help drive growth of the security solutions’ line of business
• Build executive-level trust and long-term relationships with client leadership teams
• Align security program objectives with clients’ business goals and risk tolerance
• Lead virtual security steering committees or client governance meetings as needed
• Deliver measurable improvements to client risk posture over time

Compensation will consist of a base salary.  This position may work in any of the LRS office locations in the U.S. or this position can be home-based. Being based in the Midwest would make you a stronger candidate.

Organization Structure and Interfaces: 
LRS Security Solutions is a full-stack, security solutions provider with offerings in the areas of strategic consultation, professional services, and managed security services.  In this role, you will report directly to the Security Strategist and Technical Manager – working closely with all members of the security practice.

To apply go to jobs.lrs.com

LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.

Salary range: $140,000-$160,000 annually plus full benefits package.  This represents the high and low of this position and is based on previous experience and current certifications.