Senior Cybersecurity Information Security Officer at Niyam IT

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• Comprehensive Benefits: We’ve got you covered with 100% company-paid health, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance.
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Niyam is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Information Security Officer in support of our work with FEMA. We offer competitive compensation and benefits. This position is remote, but may require some travel. The Senior Cybersecurity Information Security Officer (ISO) will be responsible for leading the development, implementation, and management of enterprise-wide security strategies to protect the organization's data, systems, and networks. This position will oversee security operations, risk management, threat intelligence, and incident response, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and best practices. This role will have hands-on experience in developing and implementing security strategies and policies, with at least 5 years of experience in cybersecurity and information security management. This position involves working closely with executive leadership, IT teams, and external partners to ensure that our security measures protect the organization’s data, systems, and networks. This position will lead incident response efforts and ensure compliance with security frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, and GDPR. This position requires exceptional leadership skills, the ability to communicate complex security issues to diverse stakeholders, and a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating security risks.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Security Strategy and Planning: Develop and implement comprehensive security strategies, policies, and procedures to safeguard organizational data and systems. Ensure that all security policies align with business objectives and compliance requirements. Develop a detailed system security plan (SSP) and create ATO package for approval.
• Risk Management: Identify, assess, and manage security risks. Develop and execute risk mitigation plans to protect the organization from emerging threats and vulnerabilities.
• Incident Response: Lead the incident response team in identifying, containing, and mitigating security incidents. Conduct post-incident analysis and develop strategies to prevent future occurrences.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with relevant security regulations and standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR). Conduct regular security audits and assessments to ensure continued compliance.
• Training and Awareness: Develop and deliver security training programs to educate employees on security best practices and policies.
• Collaboration: Work closely with IT, legal, and other departments to ensure a unified approach to information security. Advise senior management on security issues and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Monitoring and Reporting: Implement and manage security monitoring tools and technologies to track security incidents and threats. Regularly report on the status of the organization's security posture to senior management.
  

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• US Citizen with ability to obtain a Public Trust through DHS.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology,  or a related field.
• 8+ years of relevant IT experience, with at least 5 years of experience in cybersecurity and information security management.
• Security Expertise: Strong knowledge of security frameworks and standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR).
• Risk Management: Proven ability to identify and manage security risks and develop effective mitigation plans.
• Incident Response: Hands-on experience with security technologies (e.g., firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM) and leading incident response teams.
• Compliance & Auditing: Familiarity with conducting security audits and assessments to ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Leadership & Communication: Strong leadership abilities with excellent communication skills, capable of advising senior management and working with cross-functional teams.
• Problem-Solving: Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills to identify root causes of security incidents and devise strategies for improvement.
  
• Hands-on experience with security technologies, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, and SIEM.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing security strategies and policies.
  
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• Prior Federal Contract Experience
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CEH) are highly desirable.

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

Niyam IT, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity (“EEO”) Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, age, citizenship status, veteran or military status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, disability, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.