Lead university cybersecurity strategy and AI governance as Chief Information Security Officer, guiding security architecture, risk assessment, and responsible innovation. This Chief Information Security Officer leads security programs across a complex university setting. The work includes cybersecurity roadmaps, security standards, incident response, and governance for artificial intelligence and machine learning. You will advise leaders, faculties, research partners, and governance bodies while protecting information, systems, and research.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and continuously improve security architecture and control frameworks Establish cybersecurity roadmaps, standards, and governance across the university Lead AI risk assessments, safeguards, monitoring, and responsible adoption Oversee investigations,



third-party risk, resilience, and disaster recovery Set identity management and zero trust principles with partners

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education and experience Minimum 10 years in IT and information security Five-plus years of progressive people management experience Knowledge of NIST, ISO 27001, and CIS Controls Experience securing AI, research data, and complex organizations Bring executive cybersecurity leadership, AI governance expertise, and practical risk management to protect university information and research.

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📌 Chief Information Security Officer AI Governance (Edmonton)
🏢 Avenue.io
📍 Edmonton