Information Security Officer (ISO) in Richmond, VA
Core
Lead cybersecurity programs, governance, and compliance for Commonwealth of Virginia agencies, acting as the functional lead for Unisys security professionals and key liaison to client CISO teams.
Role type
Senior IC Information Security Officer (ISO)
Builds
Security policies, risk registers, System Security Plans (SSPs), and incident response capabilities for state agencies
Domain
Public Sector (Commonwealth of Virginia) + Cybersecurity
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
NIST frameworks (800-53, 800-37, CSF), Zero Trust architecture, risk assessment, incident response coordination, security control implementation, audit support, stakeholder communication
Preferred skills
CISM, CISA, CRISC, GIAC certifications, cloud security (AWS/Azure), AI application in security delivery
Technologies
NIST frameworks, Zero Trust, AWS, Azure
Responsibilities
Serve as main liaison for cybersecurity and compliance; lead security delivery teams; conduct risk assessments and develop SSPs; coordinate incident response and investigations; evaluate IT solutions for security compliance; support cybersecurity awareness programs; contribute to enterprise cybersecurity strategy
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic leadership