John Snow Inc.
 
Job Description
Position Name:
Global Head of Cybersecurity
Company/Division: 
JSI
Reporting to: 
Chief Information Officer
Location: 
Any Office/International Division, Global
Organization Background
John Snow, Inc. (JSI) is a global consulting organization dedicated to improving people’s lives around the world through greater health, education, and socioeconomic equity for individuals and communities, and to providing an environment where people of passion can pursue this cause. JSI provides innovative management consulting and technical assistance incorporating a broad range of skills. Founded in 1978, we collaborate with government agencies, the private sector, and local nonprofit and civil society organizations to identify and implement solutions to public health challenges. These partnerships improve the quality, accessibility, and equity of health systems and lead to better health outcomes. To know more please visit our website www.jsi.com 
POSITION SUMMARY
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.
POSITION 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.
POSITION 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. US visa of some kind would be useful, but not a dealbreaker.
How to Apply: Please review the detailed Job Description and submit your application at the following link (please copy and paste the link in your browser):
https://careers.jsi.com/JSIInternet/Careers/jobdescription.cfm?id=150422&intern=0
JSI subscribes to a policy of equal opportunity. Applicants for employment will not be discriminated against on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, caste, ancestry, creed, religion, gender, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, sexual preference, genetic information, political affiliation, or military status (special disabled veterans or veteran status) in any employment decisions.   
JSI is a child-safe organization, and the safety and well-being of children is a priority of our organization. We have robust recruitment procedures to ensure that all staff are suited to work with the children served by our programs. 
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