Senior Virtual Chief Information Security Officer - REMOTE

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Virtual Chief Information Security Officer - REMOTE. This role plays a critical part in providing executive cybersecurity leadership and ensuring compliance for a Defense Industrial Base client. As the acting cybersecurity authority, you will maintain governance and facilitate a smooth transition during leadership changes. This part‑time executive advisory position demands a high level of expertise and allows for flexibility while requiring strong engagement with senior leadership.

Accountabilities

Serve as acting executive cybersecurity authority for the organization

Provide governance oversight of NIST SP 800-171 and CMMC Level 2 sustainment

Maintain executive accountability for DFARS 252.204-7012 compliance posture

Provide enterprise risk management oversight and advise on risk acceptance decisions

Deliver executive‑level cybersecurity reporting to senior leadership

Oversee incident response activities, including participation in classified spill scenarios as needed

Provide strategic oversight of CUI/CDI handling and enclave governance

Advise on third‑party cybersecurity risk at the executive level

Support leadership in structuring and transitioning to a permanent CISO role

Requirements

Active Top Secret (TS) security clearance (current and in‑scope)

10+ years of progressive cybersecurity leadership experience

Prior experience serving as CISO, Deputy CISO, or equivalent executive‑level security role

Demonstrated experience supporting Defense Industrial Base (DIB) organizations

Deep knowledge of NIST SP 800-171, DFARS 252.204-7012, and CMMC Level 2 requirements

Experience with CUI environments and regulated compliance programs

Strong executive communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Preferred: Experience supporting organizations through CMMC assessment or sustainment

Familiarity with classified spill response protocols

Experience operating in cleared contractor environments

Benefits

Part‑time position with flexible hours (approximately 20 hours per week)

Opportunity for initial 3‑month engagement with potential for extension

Ability to work remotely from anywhere

Independent consultant role with strategic oversight responsibilities

Engagement with senior leadership in a highly regulated cybersecurity environment

Why Apply Through Jobgether? We use an AI‑powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top‑fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.

We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!

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