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TEKsystems

Cybersecurity Engineer

Kenosha, WI

$48 - $60/hr

Contract-to-Hire or Direct Hire Overview Our client is seeking to add two Cyber Security Engineers to their growing team. Historically, the organization has operated with a lean engineering staff ...

Socket.dev

WI · On-site

$172 - $203/hr

A Sr Director, Analyst possesses a keen eye for identifying gaps, problems and solutions within the ... Key areas of coverage will be in infrastructure cybersecurity technologies that allow ...

ThedaCare

Cybersecurity Engineer - Remote

Appleton, WI · On-site +1

This role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of IT operations and cybersecurity, and wants to make a direct impact in a healthcare setting. What You'll Do * Detect, investigate, and ...

Type One Energy

Cyber Security Analyst

Madison, WI · On-site

Permanent, full time Reporting to: Director of IT Your role in the mission: The Security Analyst ... the Senior Cybersecurity Engineer. This is a foundational role with a clear trajectory. In the ...

Oshkosh Corporation

Sr Manager - Cyber Defense

Oshkosh, WI

$108K - $146K/yr

This job supports the enterprise-wide, global cybersecurity purpose: Trusted advisor - empowering ... Direct and oversee a multi-domain enterprise cyber defense organization, encompassing Security ...

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As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for director cybersecurity in Wisconsin is $127,299.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $100,444.00 and $146,101.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Director of Cybersecurity, you need deep expertise in information security management, risk assessment, and incident response, typically supported by a bachelor's or master's degree in a related field and significant industry experience. Familiarity with security frameworks (such as NIST or ISO/IEC 27001), regulatory compliance standards, and certifications like CISSP or CISM is often required. Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and effective communication skills help you guide teams and influence organizational security culture. These skills are crucial for protecting sensitive data, ensuring regulatory compliance, and developing resilient cybersecurity programs.

What does a director of cybersecurity do?

A Director of Cybersecurity is responsible for overseeing an organization's cybersecurity strategy, policies, and operations. They lead teams to protect sensitive data and systems from cyber threats, manage incident response, and ensure compliance with security regulations. This role often involves collaborating with other executives to align security initiatives with business objectives and staying updated on the latest security technologies and risks. The Director also plays a key role in training staff, conducting risk assessments, and developing disaster recovery plans.

How does a director of cybersecurity typically collaborate with other departments to ensure organizational security?

A Director of Cybersecurity works closely with various departments, including IT, legal, compliance, and executive leadership, to develop and implement security strategies that align with organizational goals. They often lead cross-functional teams during security incident response, ensure regular communication about risks, and provide guidance on secure practices. Building strong relationships across the organization is essential for fostering a security-aware culture and for integrating security considerations into business processes and projects.
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Infographic showing various Director Cybersecurity job openings in Wisconsin as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $127,299 per year, or $61.2 per hour.

Director, Cybersecurity - Engineering, Operations and Incident Response

UW Health

Madison, WI • On-site

$159K - $239K/yr

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Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

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UW Health rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 224 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

108th of 887 rated healthcare providers

Job description


Work Schedule:
This is a full-time, 40 hours per week position scheduled to work Monday through Friday, with core hours between the hours of 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Applicants hired into this position can work hybrid from WI or IL. This will be discussed during the interview process.
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Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin!
We are seeking a Director, CyberSecurity - Engineering, Operations and Incident Response to:
  • Lead a talented team of cybersecurity professionals in the areas of evaluation, design architecture, deployment, and support of traditional, as well as leading-edge information security solutions.
  • Act as a technical leader and point of escalation to provide technical direction to team members and evangelize best practices and methodologies.
  • Develop technologies and strategies that align with established information security frameworks.
  • Stay current on applicable security industry trends both offensive and defensive including applicable technology strategies, incident response, and potential impact to UWHealth's IT environment.
  • Protect company assets with new security strategies, monitoring controls, and ongoing evaluation.
  • Cultivate strong working relationships with other infrastructure teams, engineers, architects, vendors, contractors, and leadership.
  • Understand business needs and processes for area of responsibility. Align technical information security strategy with overall business goals.

At UW Health, you will have:
  • An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
  • Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance
  • Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being
  • Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement
  • The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Healthcare, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, Healthcare Administration or related field Required
  • Master's Degree in IS Security, Business Administration, or Healthcare Administration Preferred

Work Experience
  • Demonstrated success working across the systems development or operational life cycle. Required
  • Demonstrated success operational levels within Information Security programs, including IT Security Strategy, IT Security Operations, Security Training and Awareness, IT General Controls Compliance & Audit Management, Cyber security programs, and Identity and Access Management. Required
  • Demonstrated success managing security infrastructure - e.g., firewalls, intrusion prevention systems (IPSs), web application firewalls (WAFs), endpoint protection, SIEM and log management technology. Required
  • Demonstrated success designing and securing applications and infrastructures in cloud environments. Required
  • Demonstrated success leading Governance, Risk and Compliance initiatives. Required
  • Demonstrated success leading incident response activities. Required
  • 10+ years extensive project and leadership experience resulting in greater levels of responsibility and leadership based upon proven success. Preferred
  • Previous work experience with federal and state privacy and security laws, regulations, and accreditation standards for maintaining information security and confidentiality Preferred
  • 7 years direct patient care delivery and operational management experience Preferred
  • Proven experience in collaboration and development of successful partnerships between IT and operations. Preferred
  • Significant prior experience leading IT Systems support staff. Preferred
  • Experience supporting systems and/or operations in a 24x7 hospital setting. Preferred

Licenses & Certifications
  • Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Systems Manager (CISM), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) Upon Hire Required
  • CPHIMS, PMP, ITIL Preferred
  • Various Vendor Certifications as relevant for the position, such as Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP), Healthcare Information Security and Privacy Professional (HCISPP), Certified in Risk and Information Systems Controls (CRISC) Preferred

Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging
UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
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UW Health Clinics - our physicians and staff are dedicated to providing an exceptional patient and family experience by delivering the highest quality of care in a compassionate environment. With more than 80 primary and specialty care clinics located throughout Dane County and the surrounding areas, we are proud to have the opportunity to impact the communities we serve.

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