CHIEF INFORMATION SECURITY OFFICER VP

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Chief Information Security Officer

The Chief Information Security Officer works closely with business and technology leaders; The CISO will lead the development, implementation, and overall governance of the JTI’s information security strategy, which will apply to all of JTI’s Markets, Factories, and Leaf Origins. (S)he will play a critical role in protecting the company’s information assets, ensuring compliance with all local and international regulatory requirements, and fostering a culture of security awareness throughout the organization

Position

In this role, you will

• identify and assess potential security risks and vulnerabilities, implementing measures to mitigate them
• conduct regular security audits and assessments to ensure compliance with all JTI policies and procedures, industry standards, and relevant international and local regulations
• collaborate with IT, legal, and compliance teams to ensure the integration of security measures into all business processes
• engage with our strategic partners and vendors to enhance the organization’s security posture
• ensure the organization complies with relevant regulations, including GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, and others as applicable
• prepare and present regular updates on security posture to senior management
• lead the development and execution of incident response plans, ensuring rapid response to security breaches and data loss
• oversee investigations into security incidents and coordinate with relevant stakeholders
  
  

Requirements

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field; with a Master’s degree being preferable. Relevant professional certification or accreditation such as (CISSP, CISM, CISA, etc.) will also be highly desirable. In-depth understanding of security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, etc.) and experience deploying industry best practices
• 10+ years of experience in information security, with a minimum of 5 years in a leadership role
• Fluent English both written and spoken, and knowledge of an additional language would be beneficial
• Proven track record of building and leading successful team in a comparably sized business
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to (security) challenges.
  
  

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Next Steps

After applying, if selected, please anticipate the following within 1-3 weeks of the job posting closure Phone screening with Talent Advisor > Assessment tests > Interviews > Offer. Each step is eliminatory and may vary by role type.

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