Assistant Vice President, Chief Information Security Officer

🇺🇸 Manhattan, KS 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $175K - $220K 💻 Cybersecurity 🗓️ March 28th, 2026

CISSP CISM CEH

Edtech.com's Summary

Kansas State University is hiring an Assistant Vice President, Chief Information Security Officer. The CISO will lead the strategic development and implementation of IT security operations, oversee a cybersecurity team, and collaborate with various university stakeholders to enhance cyber defense and compliance efforts.

Highlights

Lead development and implementation of a strategic technological security operations unit.
Manage a cybersecurity team including directors, analysts, engineers, and student workers.
Oversee IT infrastructure improvements to enhance security and data integrity.
Collaborate with academic, research, and IT leadership to advance cybersecurity efforts.
Maintain compliance with applicable laws and government policies.
Required: Bachelor's degree and 10 years of relevant experience.
Preferred: Advanced degrees and certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or GIAC.
Strong skills in budget planning, financial oversight, project and vendor management.
Compensation range: $175,000 - $220,000 annually.
Experience in cybersecurity strategy, risk management, detection and response technologies, and information security leadership essential.