Special Assistant to the Chief Information Officer and the Chief Information Security Officer at ACLU - National Office

The ACLU has spent over a century defending the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution. Our work spans critical issues like ending mass incarceration, securing LGBTQ+ equality, and protecting digital privacy. To continue this mission, our Information Technology and Information Security teams work in tandem to ensure our systems remain secure, reliable, and effective. We are currently looking for a dedicated professional to join our Administration and Finance Department and help our leadership teams innovate while safeguarding the information that powers our advocacy.

About the Role

We are seeking a Special Assistant to support our Chief Information Officer (CIO) and our Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). This is a full-time, senior-level position based in New York, NY. It is a hybrid role that requires you to be in the office two days per week or eight days per month. In this capacity, you will serve as a vital partner to our leadership, managing complex logistics and acting as a primary liaison to help advance our strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage sophisticated calendars and task tracking, prioritizing inquiries and resolving conflicts to ensure the CIO and CISO can focus on high-impact initiatives.
• Coordinate comprehensive logistics for departmental and organization-wide meetings, which includes drafting agendas, preparing presentation materials, and recording minutes.
• Act as a gatekeeper for internal and external communications, exercising independent judgment to screen requests and visitors while maintaining the highest level of confidentiality.

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you should possess the following qualifications:

• Significant experience providing executive-level support, particularly to C-suite leadership or board members.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, with the ability to create professional presentations.
• Exceptional organizational skills, high emotional intelligence, and the ability to maintain discretion when handling sensitive information.
• A proactive, service-oriented mindset and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Location

This position is based in New York, NY, with a hybrid work arrangement.

Compensation and Benefits

The annual salary for this position is $83,000. We are committed to the well-being of our staff and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• A 401k plan with an employer match.
• Generous paid time off.
• Access to professional development funds and programs to support your career growth.
• A flexible hybrid work environment.