Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

CTP is a privately held small business based in Herndon, VA. We provide program management services for government and private clients and deliver technical assistance programs in over 80 countries around the world. CTP provides specific solutions or full lifecycle support, including course and curriculum design, expert instruction, logistics support, monitoring & evaluations, knowledge management, strategic planning, program management, and staffing services.
Position Summary
CTP, Inc is seeking a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) responsible for establishing and overseeing enterprise cybersecurity strategy, ensuring the protection of systems, data, and digital infrastructure across cloud, platform, and development environments.
Travel to the Caribbean region will likely be required.
Primary Responsibilities

• Develop enterprise cybersecurity strategy and policies
• Lead security operations, incident response, and vulnerability management
• Establish risk management and compliance frameworks
• Implement continuous monitoring and threat detection programs
• Ensure security integration across cloud, platform, and enterprise systems
• Conduct security assessments and audits
• Develop disaster recovery and resilience strategies
• Provide executive leadership on cybersecurity risk and posture

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
• 12+ years of cybersecurity experience
• Experience with cloud security environments
• Experience with security frameworks (NIST, ISO, etc.)
• Experience managing security operations teams
• Strong incident response and risk management experience

Preferred Qualifications

• CISSP, CISM, or equivalent certification
• Experience supporting government or regulated environments
• Experience with SIEM and security monitoring platforms

Location
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Hybrid, preferred candidate will be located in the Washington DC area with remote work possible. Travel to Caribbean region required.
Company Benefits
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Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, Short Term and Long-Term Disability insurance, Life Insurance, AD&D, Telework, Paid Time Off, Flexible Spending Account, Tuition Reimbursement, and a 401K Retirement plan.
Compensation
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Salary range based upon experience, but this is a senior/executive level role.
Security Clearance
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Active SECRET security clearance preferred
Other Requirements
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Supervisory Responsibility Yes
Travel International travel required
Work Authorization Candidate must be authorized to work in the United States. No sponsorships provided.
Application Procedure
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Interested candidates should apply via CTP’s website www.ctp-inc.com
No phone calls please.
Candidate applications may be acknowledged but, due to the high volume of submissions, only qualified candidates will be contacted. This position is currently contingent upon contract award.
Candidates without requisite years of experience and pertinent qualifications will not be considered.
Employment is subject to a satisfactory completion of a pre-employment background review. This includes, but is not limited to employment, credit and education verifications, and criminal records check. All applicants are required to complete the associated paperwork in advance of an interview. Writing samples may be requested.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.
CTP is an Equal Opportunity Employer