What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Information Security Officer (BISO) Lead, Academic University position at TalentFish LLC?
Title: BISO Lead (Information Security Officer), University
Location: Chicago, IL (Hybrid 2-3 days per week)
Position: Full-Time Direct Hire
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TalentFish is casting a line for a Business Information Security Officer (BISO), University. This is a full-time hire role supporting a University / Academic environment. This position was created to embed cybersecurity strategy into daily operations while supporting a culture of security-first behaviors.
What You Bring to the Role (Ideal Experience)
- Experience supporting higher education, research, or academic institutions.
- Knowledge of FERPA, research data protections, and academic compliance requirements.
- 5 7 years of information security, GRC, or security awareness experience.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
- Ability to translate cybersecurity strategy into academic operations.
What You'll Do (Skills Used in this Position)
- Serve as the cybersecurity liaison for university leadership, faculty, and staff.
- Lead security awareness and training tailored to academic and research environments.
- Support compliance with FERPA, NIST, and institutional security policies.
- Identify and mitigate cybersecurity risks related to research, data sharing, and systems.
- Embed security practices into university operations and initiatives.
Compensation and Employment
This role requires authorization to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. The expected salary range for this position is $100,000 $140,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications. This role also qualifies for full comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off and more! TalentFish is committed to pay transparency and equal opportunity. The salary range provided is in compliance with applicable state and federal regulations. All offers are contingent upon the completion of a background check, which may include but is not limited to reference checks, education verification, employment verification, drug testing, criminal records checks, and any required certifications or compliance requirements based on the end client's background check policies and applicable laws.
TalentFish is an employee-owned company pioneering a new realm in talent acquisition. We are redefining IT staffing by evolving AI, video screening, and our unique platform. TalentFish focuses on providing the best employee, consultant, and client experience possible. At TalentFish we are an Equal Opportunity Employer; we embrace and encourage diversity.
Salary : $100,000 - $140,000