Security Officer (Contingent upon Award)

Perstechinc; Lincolnia (VA); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm seeks a knowledgeable Security Officer with a strong background in cybersecurity and cloud compliance. The role involves managing security modules in ServiceNow, implementing policies, and ensuring adherence to regulations like FedRAMP and HIPAA. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity and relevant certifications, along with hands-on experience in cloud security management.

Qualifications

• 3+ years managing ServiceNow security modules.
• Experience in RBAC and ACLs.
• Knowledge of FedRAMP and HIPAA compliance.

Responsibilities

• Administer and manage security modules in ServiceNow.
• Define and review user roles and permissions.
• Lead initiatives to ensure cloud environments comply with regulations.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Information Security

Cloud Compliance

Role-based Access Control (RBAC)

Access Control Lists (ACLs)

FedRAMP Compliance

HIPAA Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity

CISSP Certification

CISM Certification

Job description

Overview

Persistent Technology Inc (PTI) seeks a knowledgeable and proactive Security Officer with a strong background in cybersecurity, information security, and cloud compliance frameworks. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, or a related field, and preferably maintains industry-recognized certifications such as CISSP or CISM. This role requires 3+ years of hands-on experience managing security modules within ServiceNow, including role-based access control (RBAC), access control lists (ACLs), and ensuring adherence to FedRAMP and HIPAA requirements in cloud-hosted environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and manage security modules in ServiceNow, including RBAC, ACLs, and data policies.
• Define, review, and update user roles and permissions based on the principle of least privilege.
• Lead initiatives to ensure cloud environments meet or exceed FedRAMP, HIPAA, and other applicable regulatory requirements.
• Assist with audits, risk assessments, and documentation in support of compliance efforts.
• Monitor and report on compliance gaps and coordinate remediation plans with relevant teams.
• Develop, implement, and enforce security policies and procedures aligned with industry best practices.
• Conduct periodic reviews of access rights and ServiceNow configurations to mitigate risk.
• Collaborate with DevOps and Cloud Engineering teams to maintain secure cloud architectures.
• Support security controls in cloud-hosted environments (e.g., AWS, Azure) with a focus on data protection and access governance.
• Participate in the incident response process related to ServiceNow or cloud security breaches.
• Support the implementation of monitoring tools and dashboards for security metrics

Must-Have Qualifications

• Experience: 3+ years managing ServiceNow security modules, access controls (RBAC, ACLs), and FedRAMP/HIPAA compliance in cloud environments
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, InfoSec, or related field. Certifications such as CISSP/CISM preferred. 3+ years managing ServiceNow security modules, access controls (RBAC, ACLs), and FedRAMP/HIPAA compliance in cloud environments

Additional Information

• Work Schedule: This is a full-time remote position.
• Compensation: Competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Application Process: Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume and cover letter outlining their qualifications and experience.