Chief Information Security Officer
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What you'll be doing
Lead cybersecurity strategy and governance for a major organizational transformation, working closely with the CIO and senior leadership. Oversee risk management, security architecture, and incident preparedness, with a focus on embedding security in a Microsoft Dynamics 365 transformation.
- Own cybersecurity strategy, governance, risk assessments, and security roadmaps
- Embed security by design across a Microsoft Dynamics 365 transformation
- Lead third-party security partners, incident preparedness, and executive risk reporting
Key requirements
Must-have
- Strong senior-level experience across cybersecurity strategy, governance, and enterprise risk management
- Expertise in NIST CSF 2.0, ISO 27001, cloud security architecture, and Microsoft Dynamics 365
- Proven ability to communicate cyber risk to senior non-technical stakeholders
- Experience managing external security partners
Experience: Strong senior-level experience across cybersecurity strategy, governance, and enterprise risk management
Role signals
- Technical focus
- security
- Leadership
- People management
- Architecture / system design
- Indicated in the listing
- Hands-on vs management
- Hands-on
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Full job description
Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) – Own a Transformation!
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Lead cybersecurity strategy across a major organizational transformation
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High-impact role working directly with the CIO and senior leadership
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Hybrid role with approximately 2 days per week in the office
Join a leading organisation with operations across Ireland and internationally, and take end-to-end ownership of a major business transformation.
This is a senior cybersecurity leadership role where you’ll shape and deliver security strategy, strengthen governance, and help ensure security is embedded by design across a major technology transformation. Working closely with the CIO, IT leadership, and external partners, you’ll assess risk, mature security capabilities, and provide clear, practical guidance to senior decision-makers.
In this position, you’ll work across security architecture, risk management, governance, vendor oversight, and incident preparedness, with a particular focus on a Microsoft Dynamics 365 transformation. You’ll have the opportunity to influence technology decisions, engage with senior governance forums, and build a security roadmap aligned with evolving business and regulatory requirements.
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You will:
- Own cybersecurity strategy, governance, risk assessments, and security roadmaps
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Embed security by design across a Microsoft Dynamics 365 transformation
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Lead third-party security partners, incident preparedness, and executive risk reporting
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Skills / Experience:
- Strong senior-level experience across cybersecurity strategy, governance, and enterprise risk management
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Expertise in NIST CSF 2.0, ISO 27001, cloud security architecture, and Microsoft Dynamics 365
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Proven ability to communicate cyber risk to senior non-technical stakeholders and manage external security partners
Salary / Remuneration:Up to €160,000 + 10% bonus and more benefits.
For more information contact Àlex Rubióconfidentially on +353 1 649 8509 or email your CV to
I specialise in recruiting for Archer Recruitment, if you wish to discuss this or other opportunities, please feel free to contact me.
For more opportunities, visit: https://www.archer.ie/candidates/
About Archer – Archer Recruitment is a Specialist IT Recruitment Consultancy based in Ireland.
Interview prep pack
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Your interview focus
Based on this listing, the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) role centers on leading cybersecurity strategy and governance during a major Microsoft Dynamics 365 transformation, working closely with senior leadership and external partners.
- Cybersecurity leadership in transformation·Medium
- Cloud security architecture (Dynamics 365)·High
- Risk governance and frameworks·Medium
- Executive stakeholder management·High
Only have 30 minutes?
Follow a focused preparation plan based on this job.
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Your 30-minute plan
Review Microsoft Dynamics 365 Security
0–8 minStudy security features, architecture, and common risks in Dynamics 365 to prepare for transformation-specific discussions.
Refresh Knowledge of NIST CSF 2.0 and ISO 27001
8–15 minRevisit how these frameworks are applied in enterprise settings, focusing on risk management and governance.
Prepare Leadership and Communication Examples
15–21 minSelect and practice stories that showcase your ability to communicate risk and influence senior stakeholders.
Gather Vendor Management Success Stories
21–26 minIdentify examples where you led or improved third-party security oversight and incident response.
Research the Organization’s Transformation Initiatives
26–30 minLook for public information or news about the company’s technology transformation to tailor your responses.
Talking points
, 5 itemsDeveloping and Executing Cybersecurity Strategy
You will need to demonstrate your experience in shaping and delivering security strategies that align with business transformation goals.
Implementing Security by Design in Cloud Transformations
The role requires embedding security into a Microsoft Dynamics 365 transformation, so be ready to discuss your approach to integrating security into cloud-based projects.
Risk Assessment and Governance Frameworks
Expertise in NIST CSF 2.0 and ISO 27001 is required; prepare to discuss how you have applied these frameworks to mature security capabilities and manage enterprise risk.
Communicating Cyber Risk to Senior Stakeholders
You must show your ability to translate technical risks into business terms for executive leadership and governance forums.
Managing Third-Party Security Partners
The role involves oversight of external vendors and partners, so be ready to provide examples of effective vendor management and incident preparedness.
What to research
, 4 itemsMicrosoft Dynamics 365 Security Architecture
Review best practices and common challenges in securing Dynamics 365 implementations, especially in large-scale transformations.
NIST CSF 2.0 and ISO 27001 Application
Prepare examples of how you have applied these frameworks to enterprise environments, including risk assessments and audits.
Executive Communication of Cyber Risk
Practice translating technical security risks into business impacts for senior, non-technical audiences.
Vendor and Third-Party Security Oversight
Gather examples of managing external security partners, including selection, monitoring, and incident response.
Questions to ask
, 6 itemsWhat are the key security challenges anticipated during the Microsoft Dynamics 365 transformation?
Why ask this? To understand the organization's priorities and where your expertise will be most valuable.
How is cybersecurity governance currently structured, and what changes are expected as part of this transformation?
Why ask this? To clarify your influence and responsibilities within the governance framework.
What is the organization's approach to engaging and managing third-party security partners?
Why ask this? To assess expectations for vendor oversight and collaboration.
How does the executive team prefer to receive risk reporting and security updates?
Why ask this? To tailor your communication style and reporting methods to leadership preferences.
What are the most important outcomes for the CISO in the first 12 months?
Why ask this? To align your efforts with leadership's definition of success.
How does the organization ensure security is embedded by design in technology projects?
Why ask this? To understand the maturity of security practices and your role in influencing them.
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