Chief Information Security Officer

OverviewCyber Security Program LeaderVIAVI (NASDAQ: VIAV) has a 90+ year history of technical innovations that have evolved to keep pace and address our customers' most pressing business issues. We make equipment, software, and systems that help to plan, deploy, certify, monitor, and optimize all kinds of networks. VIAVI is also a leader in high performance thin film optical coatings and engineered diffusers, providing light management solutions to various markets. VIAVI employees are dedicated to supporting customer success and bring their best to question, collaborate, and push for solutions that delight our customers.Duties & ResponsibilitiesWe have an exciting opportunity for someone to lead the strategy and oversight of VIAVI's cyber security program. You will be responsible for managing the security posture of information systems and data, governing security policies and managing risk through robust security measures. Your team will work closely with cross-functional teams to execute security assessments, monitor vulnerabilities and respond to potential threats across all systems, platforms, networks and data globally. The ideal candidate is passionate about reducing corporate risk, protecting critical systems and data, thrives in a collaborative environment, and excels at balancing technical expertise with compliance requirements to safeguard organizational assets.ResponsibilitiesStrategic LeadershipDefine and drive the enterprise-wide information and cyber security strategy across the company, with a vision to make VIAVI one of the most secure and trusted global companiesOversee all aspects of security operations, governance, architecture, engineering and incident response to protect systems, networks, and our dataLead the modernization of VIAVI's security environmentSupport M&A activities by conducting risk assessments and providing risk-adverse integration designRisk and ComplianceLead the global cyber risk management framework, aligning with regulatory requirements and business risk appetiteEnsure compliance with international data privacy and security regulations across all operating regionsManage all cybersecurity compliance initiatives including ISO 27001 certification, DFARS / CMMC, NORA2, Cyber Essentials and respond to customer audits / security surveysOversee risk management activities including threat intelligence, vulnerability management, supplier risk, Artificial Intelligence and data loss preventionTake leadership in policy setting and compliance, working closely with leading regulators and authoritiesSecurity Culture & Stakeholder EngagementChampion a proactive security culture across VIAVI's global workforce, including training, education, and executive engagementWork cross-functionally to ensure security is embedded across the enterpriseServe as a key advisor to the executive leadership team and the Board of Directors on cyber resilience and emerging threatsIncident ManagementManage the Corporate Incident Response Plan and testingLiaise with legal authoritiesBusiness ContinuityCoordinate Business Impact Assessment reviews and continuity plansLiaise with Disaster Recovery teamsQualificationsPre-Requisites / Skills / Experience RequirementsBachelors degree (Masters preferred) in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Information Systems, Network Security or relevant disciplines and/or equivalent experienceExtensive experience leading security programs, preferably in a technology-related industryProven ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels influencing technical and executive stakeholdersDeep knowledge of global cybersecurity regulations and data protectionPrevious experience with ISO 27001 and DFARSExperience/knowledge of security operations technologies such as SIEM, firewalls, EDR, VPNs, authentication tools, etc.Demonstrated experience in building high-performing global security teamsStrong communication skills with the ability to articulate complex technical topics to a variety of audiencesVIAVI Solutions is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer minorities / females / veterans / persons with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-10-06