Cybersecurity and Resiliency Transformation

New York 5 months agoContractor External
501 - 716 / hr
Location: Onsite in Midtown, NYC 10019 Interview: Video and in-person interview Duration: 12+ Months with potential for extensions Position Overview: Lead strategic transformation initiatives to strengthen the organization's cybersecurity posture and operational resilience capabilities. Key Responsibilities • Develop and execute transformation strategy for cyber and resilience functions • Drive organizational change to implement advanced security frameworks and resilience practices • Lead cross-functional teams to modernize security infrastructure and processes • Establish metrics and governance to measure transformation progress • Collaborate with executive leadership to align cyber transformation with business objectives • Oversee budget planning and resource allocation for transformation initiatives • Manage relationships with key technology partners and service providers Required Qualifications: • 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity, IT risk management, or related fields • 5+ years in leadership roles managing large-scale transformation programs • Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, etc.) • Experience implementing business continuity and disaster recovery solutions • Proven track record of successful organizational change management • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field Preferred Qualifications: • Master's degree in Business Administration, Technology Management, or related field • Industry certifications (CISSP, CISM, CRISC) • Experience in financial services or regulated industry • Knowledge of emerging technologies (cloud security, AI/ML, zero trust) • Background in agile methodology and digital transformation Skills: • Strategic planning and execution • Executive-level communication and presentation • Team leadership and talent development • Project and program management • Stakeholder management and influence • Risk assessment and mitigation • Budget management