Job Description

Overview

(ISC)\xc2\xb2 is an international nonprofit membership association focused on inspiring a safe and secure cyber world. Best known for the acclaimed Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP\xc2\xae) certification, (ISC)\xc2\xb2 offers a portfolio of credentials that are part of a holistic, pragmatic approach to security. Our association of candidates, associates and members, more than 365,000 strong, is made up of certified cyber, information, software and infrastructure security professionals who are making a difference and helping to advance the industry. Our vision is supported by our commitment to educate and reach the general public through our charitable foundation - \xe2\x84\xa2. For more information on (ISC)\xc2\xb2, visit , follow us on or connect with us on and .

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Position Summary

The Manager, Governance ensures that each Board Director\xe2\x80\x99s service on the (ISC)\xc2\xb2 Board is highly beneficial to both the organization and the individual. They provide best-in-class governance and administrative guidance and support to the CEO, Board Chair, and entire Board of Directors.

Reporting to the General Counsel, the Manager, Governance is an important resource for the Board of Directors and CEO and is responsible for developing, maintaining, and continuously improving the full suite of resources to assist the Board in their fiduciary and governance roles. The Manager will partner closely with the (ISC)\xc2\xb2 events team to design plan and host Board Meetings Annually.

The successful Manager has deep experience with Boards of Directors, including knowledge of best practices in Board governance. They are also experienced in working closely with and in support of a chief executive. They possess a keen attention to detail and project management skills to oversee the planning, execution, and follow up to Board meetings. They will have experience navigating large, complex organizations through influence and collaboration. It is also essential that the person have experience in managing high-level relationships with discretion and in handling sensitive and confidential information.

Responsibilities

The Manager, Governance ensures that each Board Director\xe2\x80\x99s service on the (ISC)\xc2\xb2 Board is highly beneficial to both the organization and the individual. They provide best-in-class governance and administrative guidance and support to the CEO, Board Chair, and entire Board of Directors.

Reporting to the General Counsel, the Manager, Governance is an important resource for the Board of Directors and CEO and is responsible for developing, maintaining, and continuously improving the full suite of resources to assist the Board in their fiduciary and governance roles. The Manager will partner closely with the (ISC)\xc2\xb2 events team to design plan and host Board Meetings Annually.

The successful Manager has deep experience with Boards of Directors, including knowledge of best practices in Board governance. They are also experienced in working closely with and in support of a chief executive. They possess a keen attention to detail and project management skills to oversee the planning, execution, and follow up to Board meetings. They will have experience navigating large, complex organizations through influence and collaboration. It is also essential that the person have experience in managing high-level relationships with discretion and in handling sensitive and confidential information.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Foster Effective Governance

• Facilitate a strong, effective, and collaborative working relationship among the Board of Directors (including Committees and Chair), CEO, and the Executive Team.
• Work with the Board to maintain, track, and safeguard up-to-date board policies and documents relating to effective operations and governance. Ensure these materials are available internally and externally as appropriate.
• Provide guidance and support to Committee Chairs and staff liaisons to ensure that all Committees are managed with consistent practices and that Charters and annual objectives are aligned with (ISC)\xc2\xb2\xe2\x80\x99s strategic plan and budget. Attend Committee meetings as able.
• Manage and track key dates and processes associated with board terms, legal requirements, nominations, elections, etc.
• Facilitate assessments of the full Board collectively, Board Directors individually, Committees, and Board Officers.
• Maintain working knowledge of latest and best practices in board governance.
• Undertake special projects for the CEO and Board Chair.

Design and Deliver Strategic Board Meetings

• Assist the CEO and Board Chair in developing Board meeting agendas.
• Prepare the CEO and Board Chair with briefing and resource materials for each Board Meeting.
• Ensure the timely preparation and distribution of materials (e.g., agendas, board books) for Board meetings. Coordinate with other departments to provide high-quality content.
• Advise and guide (ISC)\xc2\xb2\xe2\x80\x99s events team on all meeting logistics and events details, including dates, locations, travel arrangements, lodging, meal planning, etc.
• Coordinate, in collaboration with the Executive Team and staff across (ISC)\xc2\xb2, the preparation and delivery of staff presentations to the Board.
• Manage all communications to stakeholders (e.g., Board Directors and their staff, and guests as needed) on meeting-related details.
• Capture feedback from Board Directors on each Board Meeting and integrate that input into future meeting design.

Qualifications

• Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree and 7+ years of progressively responsible professional experience routinely working with a Board of Directors and CEO.
• Required experience in nonprofit governance.
• Managing administrative and strategic initiatives including committees and taskforces of the board of directors.Strong organizational skills that reflect an ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail.
• Results-oriented work style with strong strategic, analytical, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully navigate within varying degrees of ambiguity in a fast-paced environment.
• Highly proficient with office technology and a variety of business applications.
• Unquestionable personal code of ethics, integrity, and trust with the ability to handle highly confidential information.
• Intuitive mindset, creative aptitude, and effective use of discretion and independent judgment; able to look beyond the assigned task and consider tangential and collateral connections, problems, opportunities, and possibilities.

Education:

• Bachelor\'s degree required, but Master\xe2\x80\x99s Degree preferred

Skills/Competencies:

• Ability to demonstrate and support the 5 Company Core Values: Integrity, Excellence, Unity, Accountability, Agility
• Ability to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates diversity; serve as a role model to promote DEI best practices.
• Ability to prioritize work and coordinate multiple tasks within constraints of the position
• Must be hands-on and have a personal drive to succeed
• Highly developed emotional intelligence with strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
• Confident and comfortable communicating with high-profile individuals.
• Technical Capacity
• Ethical Conduct
• Communication Proficiency
• Personal Effectiveness/Credibility

Physical & Mental:

• Work extended hours or overtime, when necessary
• Up to 10-25% travel (globally) periodically throughout the year to Board Meetings.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic as protected by applicable law.

Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process.

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