Virtual Chief Security Officer (vCSO) at NetGain Technologies LLC

Little Rock, Arkansas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Jun, 26

Salary

90000.0

Posted On

25 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Cybersecurity Strategy, Risk Management, Security Governance, Compliance, Incident Response, Security Audits, Threat Monitoring, Vendor Risk Review, Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery, Security Awareness, Network Security, Endpoint Protection, Identity And Access Management, Cloud Security, Security Frameworks

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

Description We are seeking an experienced and strategic Virtual Chief Security Officer (vCSO) to lead and oversee NetGain contractual clientele’s cybersecurity program. The vCSO will be responsible for developing security strategies, advising leadership on risk management, ensuring compliance with relevant standards, and helping protect the organization’s systems, networks, data, and operations. This role is ideal for a security professional who can combine hands-on technical knowledge with executive-level guidance and business alignment. Key Responsibilities Develop, implement, and maintain the organization’s cybersecurity strategy, policies, and procedures Assess security posture and identify gaps, vulnerabilities, and areas for improvement Advise executive leadership on cybersecurity risks, incident preparedness, and security investments Oversee risk assessments, security audits, and remediation planning Guide security governance, compliance, and regulatory readiness efforts Support incident response planning, breach response coordination, and post-incident analysis Monitor emerging threats and recommend appropriate controls and mitigation strategies Collaborate with IT, legal, compliance, and operational teams to align security with business objectives Review third-party/vendor security risks and recommend safeguards Help define and maintain business continuity and disaster recovery security considerations Prepare reports, dashboards, and executive briefings on security performance and risk status Promote security awareness and best practices across the organization Required Qualifications Minimum of 2 years of experience in IT security, cybersecurity, information security, or a related field Experience in security governance, risk management, compliance, and incident response Strong knowledge of network security, endpoint protection, identity and access management, cloud security, and security frameworks Demonstrated ability to communicate technical security concepts to non-technical stakeholders and executive leadership Experience developing security policies, standards, and strategic roadmaps Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills Ability to work independently in a virtual or fractional leadership capacity Minimum Certification Requirement Candidates must hold at least one of the following certifications: SSCP (Systems Security Certified Practitioner), or a comparable cybersecurity certification Preferred Qualifications Experience serving as a vCISO, vCSO, Security Manager, or Information Security Consultant Familiarity with compliance standards such as NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2, HIPAA, GLBA, or CMMC Experience with cloud environments such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Relevant advanced certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, or CISA Experience in regulated industries or working with small to mid-sized businesses Education Bachelor’s degree in information security, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field preferred Equivalent professional experience may be considered in lieu of formal education Work Environment Remote/Virtual with some onsite work required (clientele mostly resides in the Arkansas (Little Rock) area. Full-time Success in This Role A successful vCSO will provide practical and strategic security leadership, strengthen the organization’s security posture, reduce risk exposure, and help ensure the business is prepared for evolving cyber threats.

Responsibilities

The Virtual Chief Security Officer will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining the organization’s cybersecurity strategy, policies, and procedures for clientele. This includes assessing security posture, advising executive leadership on risks, overseeing governance, and guiding compliance and incident response efforts.