Chief Security Officer

Convergint Technologies • Schaumburg, IL, United States • $200k - $250k / year • 1w ago

Description

Convergint is looking for a full-time, enthusiastic, results-driven, and forward-thinking Chief Security Officer to join our amazing culture. In this role, you are responsible for developing and overseeing the company’s comprehensive security strategy, ensuring the protection of both physical and digital assets. You will lead efforts to secure Convergint's infrastructure, safeguard sensitive data, and implement robust physical security protocols across all sites. This role demands a strategic leader with a deep understanding of both cyber and physical security challenges, who can proactively mitigate risks and respond to evolving threats. As a Chief Security Officer, you are a part of a dynamic team that allows you to grow as Convergint grows.

Who You Are

You have a passion for providing world-class service to customers, colleagues, and communities. You are a person of integrity with a commitment to growth, accountability, and delivering results. You want to join an organization with a positive culture that embraces inclusion and allows everyone to be the best version of themselves at work and home. You want to grow with us and deliver results as an exceptional Chief Security Officer.

What you’ll do

Security Strategy: Develop and implement a unified security strategy that integrates both physical and digital security measures across the organization.
Physical Security: Oversee the security of all facilities, assets, and personnel, including access controls, surveillance systems, emergency response protocols, and third-party security contracts.
Cybersecurity: Lead the design and implementation of cyber defense initiatives, including threat detection, vulnerability assessments, incident response, and compliance with relevant regulations.
Risk Management: Identify and assess security risks to the business, implementing measures to minimize vulnerabilities and protect critical assets.
Compliance and Governance: Ensure all security practices adhere to industry standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, etc.).
Incident Response: Lead cross-functional teams in response to security incidents, including physical breaches, cyber-attacks, or data leaks, coordinating internal resources and external partners as necessary.
Technology Integration: Collaborate closely with IT and other departments to integrate security technologies, systems, and protocols, ensuring seamless protection across digital and physical environments.
Security Awareness: Foster a culture of security awareness across the organization by leading training programs and communications to educate employees on best practices and threat response.
Vendor Management: Oversee relationships with security vendors and service providers, ensuring they meet Convergint's standards for protection and compliance.
Budget Oversight: Manage the security budget, optimizing investments in tools, technologies, and personnel to achieve strategic goals.

What You’ll Need

Proven experience in both physical security management and cybersecurity leadership roles, ideally within a technology-driven or enterprise environment.
In-depth knowledge of security frameworks, regulations, and technologies.
Strong risk management and crisis response experience.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally and influence key stakeholders.

Company Benefits and Perks

Convergint fosters a supportive, accessible, and inclusive environment in which individuals of different backgrounds and identities are able to realize their maximum potential within the company. We offer a variety of programs and exceptional benefits to all of our colleagues: