Director of Information Systems Security – ISSO
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Director of Information Systems Security at WiredPeople leading security and compliance initiatives. Managing a team to safeguard information assets with oversight of regulatory frameworks.
Responsibilities:
- Lead a team of Information Systems Security Officers (ISSOs) and cybersecurity professionals to develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive information security and privacy programs
- Oversee risk management, vulnerability assessments, security authorizations, and compliance with federal and state guidelines (including NIST, FISMA, HIPAA, and FedRAMP)
- Direct and mentor a team fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development
- Ensure strict compliance with relevant regulatory standards
- Develop and execute the organization's information security strategy in alignment with business goals and client requirements
- Lead the incident response strategy to ensure rapid detection, containment, and eradication of security threats
- Maintain oversight of security policies, procedures, and System Security Plans (SSPs).
- Design and execute security awareness and training programs for all staff and contractors.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred)
- 10+ years of progressive experience in information security, IT compliance, or cyber risk management
- 5+ years of experience in a leadership or management role overseeing security teams
- Extensive hands-on experience managing the NIST RMF and achieving ATOs for complex systems
- Must hold one or more active, industry-recognized senior security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, GSLC, or CISA)
- Exceptional understanding of federal and state security compliance frameworks
- Strong executive presence and ability to communicate complex technical risks to non-technical stakeholders.
Benefits:
- WiredPeople provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
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