Virtual Chief Information Security Officer Services

The Vendor is required to provide the virtual chief information security officer (vCISO) is a senior-level security professional strategic cybersecurity leadership and guidance to agency.
- The vCISO will collaborate closely with the authority's infrastructure and security teams to build a resilient cybersecurity program that aligns with the authority's strategic objectives and risk tolerance.
- Develop and Implement a Security Strategy:
• Security Roadmap: The vCISO will work with the Authority to develop a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy that aligns with the business goals and regulatory requirements.
• Risk Management: The vCISO will assess the Authority's security posture, identifying vulnerabilities, threats, and risks, then prioritize security initiatives based on risk assessments.
- Risk and Threat Assessment:
• Conduct Risk Assessments: The vCISO will be responsible for identifying and assessing risks across the organization, including network vulnerabilities, data security risks, and compliance issues.
• Monitor Threats: The vCISO must keep track of emerging cybersecurity threats and trends that could impact the Authority.
• Stay Updated: The vCISO must remain informed on the latest cybersecurity threats, technological developments, and security regulations, and adjust strategies to deal with new threats as they arise.
- Policy and Compliance Management:
• Establish Security Policies: The vCISO will help define or refine security policies, standards, and procedures to ensure the Authority’s data and systems are protected.
• Compliance: The vCISO will be responsible for ensuring that the Authority complies with relevant industry regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, and PCI-DSS), audits, and legal requirements; the vCISO will guide the implementation of compliance controls.
- Incident Response and Recovery Planning:
• Incident Response: The vCISO will establish and oversee the development of an incident response plan that includes processes for identifying, responding to, and recovering from cyber incidents.
• Manage Security Breaches: If an incident occurs, the vCISO will lead the response team to contain and mitigate the damage while conducting post-incident reviews to prevent future issues.
- Governance and Executive Reporting:
• Board Reporting: The vCISO will report to the board of directors or executive leadership on the Authority’s security posture, risks, and strategies.
• Security Metrics: The vCISO will be responsible for defining and tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of security initiatives.
- Comprehensive Cybersecurity Program: A documented program that outlines the Authority's cybersecurity strategies, policies, and procedures.
- Strategic Reports: regular updates on cybersecurity objectives, risk status, and program progress.
- Policy and documentation feedback: recommendations for improvements to it and cybersecurity policies.
- Penetration Testing Reports: Detailed findings from annual and on-request penetration tests, with actionable insights for remediation.