Vice President of Cybersecurity & Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

Job overview

The Vice President of Cybersecurity & Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) is an onsite role based in Simi Valley, CA, with a salary range of $245,500 - $393,000 per year. This executive role leads the enterprise cybersecurity strategy for AeroVironment. This role exists to establish and maintain the organization's cybersecurity vision, ensuring the protection of information assets and defense programs. The CISO provides strategic leadership to ensure compliance with DoD requirements and advances the company's cybersecurity maturity.

What you'll do

• Develop and implement comprehensive cybersecurity strategy.
• Ensure compliance with NIST, CMMC, and DFARS.
• Lead enterprise risk management and security operations.
• Manage incident response and business continuity.
• Mentor high-performing security teams.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

simi valley ca

ciso

cybersecurity

defense

dod

compliance

executive

aerovironment

$245k-$393k

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with company matching, 9/80 work schedule, Paid holiday shutdown

Why this role

Requires active Top Secret/SCI clearance and extensive experience in defense contracting.

About the employer

AeroVironment is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services. Sector: 54.