Strategic Information Security Leader (Hybrid Remote)

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

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.