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Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) in Winnipeg, MB

Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) Job Description

CISOs oversee all measures to protect a company’s physical and digital security and provide safeguards for a firm’s employees, facilities, and assets. CISOs in Canada must possess extensive experience in the field of information security, loss prevention, fraud prevention, and privacy, as well as demonstrated skills in business continuity and disaster recovery planning. Keen networking and communication skills are required to lead information security initiatives and interface with clients. Companies look for candidates who can develop strategic plans and gain buy-in from key stakeholders for the firm’s cybersecurity initiatives to better serve the firm and its clients. Compliance- and security-related certifications are required in addition to a bachelor’s degree in information systems or a related field and 10 or more years of experience with a focus on information systems privacy.

Typical chief information security officer (CISO) duties:

Managing enterprise-wide security policies and systems. Developing and implementing long-term information security and privacy strategy, business continuity, and disaster recovery plans. Ensuring the company, its vendors, and contractors meet all mandated security and compliance standards. Recommending security enhancements to the leadership team.

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Salary for Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) in Winnipeg, MB
151900 - 205800
25th percentile
151900
The candidate is new to the role and building the needed skills, experience and autonomy.
50th percentile
181790
The candidate has the experience to perform core responsibilities without direct supervision and is comfortable with the role’s processes and subject matter.
75th percentile
205800
The candidate delivers value beyond the stated job duties, has advanced qualifications and experience, and is ready for the next career level.
Projected salaries for related positions Position title 25th percentile 50th percentile 75th percentile Chief Information Officer (CIO) 199675 244020 290080 Chief Technology Officer (CTO) 179095 213885 239855 Vice President of Information Technology 150675 174685 199185 IT Director 128870 154840 187425

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