Cybersecurity Industry Chair (Volunteer)

About Guideship

Guideship is a nonprofit workforce development organization dedicated to creating career pathways for underserved communities through mentorship, internships, apprenticeships, workforce readiness training, and cybersecurity education. Over the past three years, our affiliated workforce development initiatives have invested more than $700,000 to develop and mature a nationally recognized Cybersecurity Apprenticeship Program. The program has become one of Maryland's leading cybersecurity apprenticeship models, serving individuals from underserved communities and helping graduates launch careers in technology and cybersecurity.

Description

The Cybersecurity Industry Chair provides strategic leadership regarding cybersecurity workforce development, employer engagement, apprenticeship opportunities, industry trends, and professional mentoring. The Chair helps ensure that Guideship's programs remain aligned with current and future workforce needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise the Board regarding cybersecurity workforce trends.
• Support development of apprenticeship and internship opportunities.
• Recruit mentors and industry volunteers.
• Facilitate employer and industry partnerships.
• Promote Guideship within the cybersecurity community.
• Support fundraising and sponsorship efforts.
• Aid in program evaluation and workforce outcomes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current or former CISO, cybersecurity executive, technology leader, or senior cybersecurity professional.
• Experience leading cybersecurity teams or programs.
• Strong industry network.
• Commitment to workforce development and mentoring.

About IBSS Corp.

Since 1992, IBSS, a woman-owned small business, has provided transformational consulting services to the Federal defense, civilian, and commercial sectors. Our services include cybersecurity and enterprise information technology, environmental science and engineering (including oceans, coasts, climate, and weather), and professional management services. Our approach is to serve our employees by investing in their growth and development. As a result, our employees bring greater capabilities and provide exceptional service to our clients. In addition to creating career development opportunities for our employees, IBSS is passionate about giving back to the community and serving the environment. We strive to leave something better behind for the next generation. We measure our success by the positive impact we have on our employees, clients, partners, and the communities we serve. Our tagline, Powered by Excellence, is a recognition of the employees that make up IBSS and ensures we deliver results with quality, applying industry best practices and certifications.

Compensation

This is a volunteer board position.

Impact

The Cybersecurity Industry Chair helps create pathways into cybersecurity careers for individuals who may not otherwise have access to the profession.

Application

To apply, please visit https://ibsscorp.com/careers/. Select the position you are interested in, review the job details, then click Apply Now. Complete and submit your application.

Contact

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to the Talent Acquisition department at Recruiting@ibsscorp.com.