Job Description

About NGO-ISAC

NGO-ISAC is a nonprofit membership organization dedicated to strengthening the cybersecurity resilience of the global nonprofit and civil society sector.

Non-governmental organizations increasingly face sophisticated cyber threats, including attacks from nation-state actors, criminal groups, and politically motivated adversaries. These organizations often operate in high-risk environments while lacking the resources and security capabilities available to governments and large corporations.

NGO-ISAC provides a trusted community where nonprofit organizations can share threat intelligence, exchange best practices, coordinate defensive measures, and access expert guidance to better protect their missions and operations.

Through collective defense, sector collaboration, and practical cybersecurity support, NGO-ISAC helps ensure that organizations working on humanitarian, environmental, democracy, and human rights initiatives can operate safely in the digital environment.

The Role

NGO-ISAC is seeking a leader to develop and lead the organization's cybersecurity programs and sector engagement initiatives.

This role sits at the intersection of cybersecurity expertise, information technology management, program leadership, and cross-sector collaboration. The position is responsible for designing and delivering cybersecurity programs that strengthen the resilience of NGO-ISAC member organizations and our sector, leading the organization's threat intelligence and collective defense initiatives, and representing NGO-ISAC in partnerships with government agencies, industry partners, and the broader cybersecurity community.

The role also provides governance and strategic oversight for NGO-ISAC's internal cybersecurity posture and policies. This is a leadership role responsible for translating cybersecurity expertise into practical initiatives that deliver meaningful impact for nonprofit organizations and civil society.

Leadership Role

This position serves as a member of NGO-ISAC's senior leadership team and works closely with the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Operating Officer to advance the organization's cybersecurity mission. The role collaborates across the organization to ensure that cybersecurity initiatives align with strategic priorities and deliver meaningful value to member organizations.

The individual in this role will also serve as a visible leader within the cybersecurity community, larger civil society, and a trusted advisor to nonprofit organizations seeking to strengthen their cybersecurity posture. 

Key Responsibilities

Cybersecurity Programs & Member Support

Design and lead NGO-ISAC's portfolio of cybersecurity programs supporting nonprofit organizations.

Responsibilities include:

• Developing and delivering cybersecurity initiatives tailored to the needs of nonprofit organizations
• Designing scalable programs such as security assessments, resilience guidance, and training initiatives
• Identifying emerging cybersecurity challenges affecting civil society organizations
• Building practical resources and tools to improve cybersecurity maturity across the sector
• Ensuring NGO-ISAC programs deliver measurable value to member organizations

Threat Intelligence & Collective Defense

Lead NGO-ISAC's threat intelligence sharing and collective defense efforts.

Responsibilities include:

• Managing the collection, analysis, and dissemination of cybersecurity threat intelligence relevant to NGOs
• Coordinating threat intelligence sharing among member organizations
• Issuing alerts and guidance related to emerging cyber threats
• Facilitating information sharing and coordination during cybersecurity incidents affecting the sector
• Maintaining relationships with other ISACs, cybersecurity organizations, and information-sharing networks

 Sector Leadership & Strategic Engagement

Represent NGO-ISAC as a leader in cybersecurity collaboration for the nonprofit sector.

Responsibilities include:

• Building relationships with government agencies, cybersecurity organizations, and industry partners
• Participating in cybersecurity working groups and collaborative initiatives
• Representing NGO-ISAC in conferences, public forums, and sector convenings
• Contributing thought leadership on cybersecurity challenges facing civil society organizations

Internal Security Governance

Provide governance and strategic oversight of NGO-ISAC's internal cybersecurity posture.

Responsibilities include:

• Developing and maintaining internal cybersecurity policies and practices
• Managing organizational cybersecurity risk and vendor security considerations
• Supporting cybersecurity incident preparedness and response planning
• Ensuring appropriate cybersecurity governance for the organization's systems and operations

Program Team Leadership

Lead and develop NGO-ISAC's cybersecurity program team.

Responsibilities include:

• Managing and mentoring program staff
• Establishing clear priorities and objectives for cybersecurity initiatives
• Ensuring effective delivery of programs and services
• Coordinating cross-organizational collaboration to support program success 

What Success Looks Like in This Role

Successful candidates in this role will:

• Establish NGO-ISAC as a trusted cybersecurity resource for nonprofit organizations
• Expand cybersecurity programs that deliver meaningful value to members
• Strengthen the sector's ability to share threat intelligence and coordinate responses to cyber threats
• Build strong partnerships across government, industry, and the cybersecurity community
• Develop a high-performing program team that effectively delivers cybersecurity initiatives
• Ensure NGO-ISAC maintains appropriate internal cybersecurity governance

Qualifications

The ideal candidate combines cybersecurity expertise with the ability to build programs, collaborate across organizations, and lead initiatives that deliver practical impact.

Required qualifications include:

• 8–12+ years of professional experience in cybersecurity, threat intelligence, or information security
• Experience working in collaborative cybersecurity environments such as ISACs, government partnerships, nonprofit organizations, or multi-organization security initiatives
• Demonstrated ability to translate cybersecurity expertise into practical programs, initiatives, or services
• Strong understanding of the cybersecurity threat landscape
• Experience coordinating cybersecurity collaboration among multiple organizations
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage both technical and non-technical audiences
• Leadership experience managing teams or programs

Preferred qualifications include:

• Experience working with nonprofit organizations, humanitarian organizations, or civil society groups
• Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST, CIS, CSF, or ISO
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, GCTI, CEH, or similar
• Academic qualifications such as degrees in information technology, cybersecurity, management, or related fields
• Experience working with threat intelligence programs or information-sharing initiatives 

Think you're a strong and effective candidate? To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected].