Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

Hippo

Hybrid

Quick summary

Work type
Hybrid
Location
Morristown, NJAustin, TX
Salary
$237,500–$390,000 / yr
Posted
1 day ago

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Salary context

Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $169k
This role $314k
$92k most similar roles pay here $422k

This role pays more than 98% of similar roles. Most pay $140,100–$197,262 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $314k versus about $169k for comparable roles.

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About Hippo

Hippo Insurance is a home insurance company that offers proactive home insurance products using smart home technology and data to help homeowners prevent claims before they happen. Industry: Insurance Technology & Homeowners Insurance

Hippo currently has 8 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $172,000–$253,125 across 6 roles with salary data.

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At a glance

TL;DR · Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

Hippo is seeking a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to lead cybersecurity strategy, operations, and governance across the enterprise. This senior leadership role involves protecting systems and data against evolving threats while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements as a publicly traded insurance carrier. Key responsibilities include building and managing security operations, owning SOC 2 program execution, driving compliance with state and federal regulations, and leading identity governance and third-party risk management. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in cybersecurity leadership at regulated companies, including navigating SOX audit cycles, and possesses strong GRC expertise along with the ability to communicate effectively with executive stakeholders. Experience in insurance or fintech is preferred, as well as familiarity with privacy frameworks like CCPA/CPRA.

What you'll do

  • Develop and execute enterprise cybersecurity strategy aligned with business risk.
  • Build and lead security operations, including threat detection and incident response.
  • Own SOC 2 program end-to-end, ensuring compliance and control design.
  • Lead governance, risk, and compliance functions, maintaining policy frameworks.
  • Manage third-party risk programs and ensure regulatory compliance across states.

What we're looking for

  • 10+ years of cybersecurity experience, including at least 5 years in senior leadership roles.
  • Experience building and managing security operations capabilities and owning SOC 2 programs.
  • Track record of compliance with cybersecurity regulations in regulated industries like insurance or healthcare.
  • Strong governance, risk management, and compliance background with policy frameworks and control libraries.
  • Proven ability to present cybersecurity risks and incidents to boards, audit committees, and regulators.
  • Experience managing third-party and vendor cybersecurity risk programs effectively.

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