Global Head of Cybersecurity job at John Snow, Inc
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Vacancy title:
Global Head of Cybersecurity

[ Type: FULL TIME , Industry: Health Care , Category: Healthcare ]

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John Snow, Inc

Deadline of this Job:
Saturday, October 07 2023 

Duty Station:
Within Zambia , Lusaka, South - Central Africa

Summary
Date Posted: Saturday, September 09 2023, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:
Description
• As the global head of information security, the Global Head of Cybersecurity is responsible for leading JSI’s cybersecurity strategy and programs. This critical role oversees all aspects of protecting JSI’s global information assets and systems against security threats.
• The Global Head of Cybersecurity champions a security-focused culture and implements advanced safeguards to mitigate risks across JSI’s networks and systems. Working closely with the CIO and JSI’s leadership team, this position develops comprehensive policies, controls, training, and incident response capabilities for a complex organization with a global footprint and multicultural employee base of over 4,000 people worldwide.
• As an executive leader, the Global Head of Cybersecurity attracts top cybersecurity talent to keep JSI at the forefront of emerging threats and security technologies. This strategic role partners with IT and business leaders on balancing security, usability, and cost-effectiveness.

Position Purpose
• Provide executive-level cybersecurity leadership for JSI’s global organization.
• Lead all aspects of cybersecurity strategy, planning, operations, and innovation.
• Partner with leadership on leveraging security to enhance capabilities.
• Develop and implement a cybersecurity-focused culture with state-of-the-art systems.
• Ensure JSI’s global information assets and employees are protected.
• Define and approve cybersecurity strategic plans.
• Align security investments with JSI’s global business strategy.

Responsibilities
• Develop and implement cybersecurity policies, controls, and technologies.
• Perform security risk assessments and manage risks using established frameworks.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and global data privacy laws.
• Lead security incident response and forensic investigation activities.
• Provide security expertise and thought leadership to IT and business leaders.
• Hire, develop, and lead a high-performing global information security team.
• Maintain relationships with security partners, law enforcement, and communities.
• Champion a culture of awareness, vigilance, and resilience across JSI globally.
• Continuously monitor threats and improve defenses against emerging risks.

Qualifications
• 10+ years proven leadership experience in information security.
• Expert knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks like CIS and experience applying them.
• Successful track record in security strategy for global organizations.
• Experience directing security programs and initiatives for a complex, distributed workforce.
• Strong risk management, healthcare regulatory, and data privacy compliance skills.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership abilities.

Education
• Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, or a related field required.
• Certifications such as CCISO, CISSP, CISM, GSLC preferred.

Required Travel
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Work Hours: 8


Experience in Months: 120

Level of Education:
Associate Degree

Job application procedure
• The ideal candidate will be located in a JSI registered country in Global South.
• Salary commensurate with experience.
• Interested candidates should submit their resumes and cover letters online by 10/08/2023.
• Interested and qualified? Click here to apply

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Job Info
Job Category: Computer/ IT jobs in Zambia
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: Saturday, October 07 2023
Duty Station: Lusaka
Posted: 08-09-2023
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 08-09-2023
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 08-09-2066
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