Information Security Officer (ISO) in Richmond, VA

Unisys; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Unisys ISO role provides dedicated cybersecurity leadership for a Virginia-based client. You will help implement, govern, and mature information security programs protecting systems, data, and services, coordinating with Unisys account management and delivery teams.

The role leads a security team, drives risk management, audits, incident response, and strategic guidance. Onsite with weekly remote flexibility, requiring strong communication with agency leadership and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in information security, CS, IT or related field.
• 10+ years of cybersecurity or information assurance experience.
• Strong understanding of NIST frameworks, VA security standards, Zero Trust, risk assessments, audits, and incident response.

Responsibilities

• Security Delivery Lead for cybersecurity services and compliance matters for the client.
• Develop and maintain agency-aligned security policies, controls, and documentation; assist audits and remediation planning.
• Conduct enterprise risk assessments, data classification, and control evaluations; support SSPs, BIAs, COOP, and IR planning.
• Coordinate incident response with client SOC, Fusion Center, and agency staff; produce after-action reports and improvements.
• Assist client in evaluating IT solutions for security, review designs and procurements for required controls.
• Support cybersecurity awareness programs and liaison with leadership across agencies.
• Contribute to enterprise cybersecurity strategy and statewide security initiatives; participate in governance boards and cross-agency committees.

Skills

Cybersecurity leadership

Risk assessments

Incident response coordination

Stakeholder engagement

Zero Trust architecture

Education

Bachelor's degree in information security

Tools

NIST frameworks

Job description

The Unisys Information Security Officer (ISO) provides dedicated cybersecurity leadership in support of the client. This role is responsible for helping the client implement, manage, and govern information security programs that protect the information systems, services, and data. The Unisys ISO works closely with the Unisys account management team and delivery teams to ensure Unisys services meet the client’s security standards. The Unisys ISO is the functional lead for a team of security professionals providing technical guidance and support in the context of delivering the services. The Unisys ISO is the key contact point for the client's CISO team, agency leadership, and stakeholders across the Commonwealth to ensure statewide compliance with IT security standards, perform risk assessments, support incident response, and deliver strategic security guidance.

Key Responsibilities

1. Security Delivery Lead for Unisys services: Main liaison for Unisys account management for cybersecurity and compliance matters; Service Delivery Manager for cybersecurity services and solutions provided to the client; Technical lead for cybersecurity professionals in a matrixed organization; Provide updates for Unisys leadership related to cybersecurity delivery; Serve as the escalation point for internal Unisys cybersecurity issues affecting the client.
2. Security Governance & Compliance: Develop, refine, and maintain agency-aligned security policies, controls, and documentation; Assist the client and assigned agencies with audits, compliance reviews, and remediation planning in accordance with Unisys contractual obligations; Ensure adoption of NIST-aligned risk management and security control frameworks.
3. Risk Management: Conduct or assist with enterprise risk assessments, data classification, and security control evaluations for the client and supported agencies; Identify security gaps and recommend risk-based remediation strategies; Support the development of System Security Plans (SSPs), Business Impact Assessments (BIAs), and agency risk registers; Provide guidance on Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) and Incident Response Plan development.
4. Incident Response & Threat Support: Act as an incident response resource to the client, helping coordinate cybersecurity investigations, analysis, and documentation; Collaborate with the client's SOC, the Virginia Fusion Center, and agency staff during active events; Deliver after-action reporting, root cause analysis, and improvement recommendations.
5. Security Architecture & Technology Support: Assist the client in evaluating IT solutions, cloud services, and enterprise initiatives for security compliance; Review designs, contracts, and procurements to ensure required security controls are incorporated; Provide recommendations aligned with Zero Trust, identity management best practices, encryption, logging, and network security principles.
6. Training, Awareness, & Stakeholder Coordination: Support cybersecurity awareness programs across the client and partner agencies; Act as one of the primary Unisys security liaisons connecting with leadership; Communicate risks, emerging threats, and mitigation options to technical and non-technical audiences; Offer security guidance to project teams, application developers, and business units.
7. Strategic Security Leadership: Contribute to enterprise cybersecurity strategy and statewide security initiatives; Recommend modern tools, frameworks, and processes to enhance the Commonwealth’s security posture; Take part in governance boards, working groups, and cross-agency cybersecurity committees; Support Unisys in delivering high-quality, contract-aligned services that enhance VITA’s mission.

You will be successful in this role if you have:

• Bachelor's degree in information security, Computer Science, IT, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• 10+ years of cybersecurity or information assurance experience.
• Strong understanding of: NIST frameworks (800-53, 800-37, CSF) Commonwealth of Virginia security standards (SEC 501, SEC 525, SEC 530) Zero Trust principles and modern security architecture; Experience in risk assessments, audits, and implementing security controls; Incident response or SOC coordination experience; Excellent communication, documentation, and stakeholder‑engagement skills; Experience with applying AI in support of delivery and to meet contractual obligations.

Must Have Certifications

• CISSP

Preferred Certifications

• CISM
• CISA
• CRISC
• GIAC certifications (GSEC, GCIH, GSTRT, etc.)
• Cloud security certifications (AWS / Azure)

Key Competencies

• Ability to work collaboratively across multiple agencies and stakeholder groups
• Strong analytical and risk-based decision-making skills
• Ability to communicate complex security issues clearly
• High initiative, ownership, and professionalism
• Commitment to delivering high-quality support to a mission‑critical state client

Onsite position, with the possibility to work 1-2 days per week remotely. This role may require access to export‑controlled commodities and technology. Therefore, to conform to U.S. export control regulations, applicant should be eligible for any required authorizations from the U.S. Government.

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