Centric Consulting · 2 days ago
Cybersecurity Virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO)
St. Louis, MO
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expCentric Consulting is a company that emphasizes a vibrant culture centered around collaboration and great work. They are seeking a Cybersecurity Virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO) to serve as a trusted security advisor, developing and executing tailored information security strategies while managing incident response and security programs for multiple clients.
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Responsibilities
Serve as a trusted security advisor to multiple clients, developing and executing tailored information security strategies aligned with business goals, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices
Design, implement, and govern enterprise security programs, including policies, standards, risk management frameworks, and security roadmaps
Lead recurring risk assessments, vulnerability reviews, and maturity evaluations, translating findings into actionable remediation plans
Stay current on evolving cyber threats, technologies, and compliance requirements, proactively guiding clients to strengthen their security posture
Manage end-to-end incident response engagements, including triage, containment, forensic investigations, stakeholder communications, remediation, and post-incident improvement initiatives
Partner with client leadership and technical teams to embed security controls into infrastructure, applications, and digital transformation projects
Architect and deploy advanced security solutions, including AI-driven Data Loss Prevention (DLP) platforms, modern XDR environments, and integrated SIEM/SOAR capabilities
Lead enterprise-wide security platform migrations and implementations across complex, multi-site client environments while ensuring business continuity
Design and implement Zero Trust security architectures, including secure integration with OT/ICS/SCADA systems where applicable
Act as the primary liaison for client audits and regulatory assessments, supporting compliance with standards such as NIST, ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI DSS, and SOX
Oversee and optimize security technology stacks, including firewalls, endpoint protection, IAM, encryption, and monitoring platforms
Contribute to business development through security assessments, proposals, and client presentations, helping expand consulting engagements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field
10+ years of cybersecurity experience, including 5+ years in senior leadership roles (CISO, vCISO, Director of Security, or equivalent)
Strong expertise in security frameworks and standards, including NIST CSF, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, HIPAA, PCI DSS, and SOX
Hands-on experience with enterprise security technologies, including network security, endpoint protection, IAM, encryption, SIEM/SOAR, and cloud security platforms
Proven success designing and delivering security programs in complex or regulated environments
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple clients, priorities, and projects in a consulting setting
Strong executive communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Excellent analytical, leadership, and problem-solving abilities
Preferred
Master's degree or certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA
Prior cybersecurity consulting experience
Benefits
Health coverage
Wellness programs
401K company match
Self-managed PTO
Remote and Hybrid Work
Time Off When You Need It
Benefits That Flex
Professional Development
Company
Centric Consulting
Centric Consulting provides full-service management consulting services.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.4MKey Investors
Amazon Web Services
2022-11-02Grant· $0.4M
Leadership Team
Joseph Ours
Director Modern Software Delivery, Partner
Recent News
2025-09-30
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