Senior Director, Information Systems (Remote or Hybrid) at HouseWorks Home Care #vacancy #remote

As the Senior Director, Information Systemsyou will be responsible for leading and overseeing all aspects of information security within our organization. You will play a critical role in protecting our sensitive data, systems, and networks from cyber threats, ensuring compliance with industry regulations, and implementing best practices to safeguard our intellectual property and maintain the trust of our stakeholders.

Senior Director Information Systems will provide a roadmap for information security that aligns with IT strategic plan. You will fully evaluate the existing environment and identify additional opportunities to advance information security to meet the current and future needs of HouseWorks. You will facilitate activities to further information security training and education on cybersecurity risks and vulnerabilities, as well as maintaining and implementing new security tools to automate processes wherever possible.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Develop and execute a company-wide information security strategy aligning with the overall organization objectives.
  • Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of robust network/system security architecture, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, VPNs, and encryption protocols.
  • Manage project deliverables and responsibilities, vendor management, contract negotiation, budgets, and be the subject matter expert on company IT services and applications.
  • Continuously assess risks and emerging threats by conducting regular risk assessments and vulnerability scans to identify potential weaknesses in our systems and infrastructure and proactively identify opportunities to enhance our security.
  • Lead the incident response team in promptly investigating and addressing security incidents, breaches, and vulnerabilities.
  • Collaborate and coordinate with cross functional teams to address any compliance-related issues and requirements.
  • Support CTO and business stakeholders to define metrics and reporting strategies to effectively articulate progress of security program.
  • Oversee the review of data security requirements, specifications, and if applicable, third-party risk assessment of any new computer applications or services that receive, maintain, and/or share confidential data.

Qualifications and Skills:

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field; master’s degree preferred.
  • 10+ years of experience in network/systems security, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
  • Strong technical expertise in network security technologies and protocols, including firewall management, intrusion detection/prevention, VPNs, and encryption.
  • Proven record of developing and implementing successful cybersecurity strategies in a complex environment.
  • Extensive experience in information security within a multi-unit/multi-state services organization, preferably in the homecare industry.
  • Experience with regulatory compliance frameworks such as HIPAA, GDPR, PCI, HITRUST and SOC 2.
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
  • Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CCSP are highly desirable.

Physical Demands:

  • Must remain in stationary position for extended periods of time at desk or computer.
  • Requires occasional standing, sitting, walking; using hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reaching with hands and arms; climbing stairs; hearing; talking
  • Ability to lift 15lbs at a time

Work Environment:

  • Office environment
  • This position requires 5-10% travel.

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HouseWorks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.

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