Director of Information Systems Security – ISSO

WiredPeople, Inc.

Director of Information Systems Security at WiredPeople leading security and compliance initiatives. Managing a team to safeguard information assets with oversight of regulatory frameworks.

Posted 5/1/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead a team of Information Systems Security Officers (ISSOs) and cybersecurity professionals to develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive information security and privacy programs
Oversee risk management, vulnerability assessments, security authorizations, and compliance with federal and state guidelines (including NIST, FISMA, HIPAA, and FedRAMP)
Direct and mentor a team fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development
Ensure strict compliance with relevant regulatory standards
Develop and execute the organization's information security strategy in alignment with business goals and client requirements
Lead the incident response strategy to ensure rapid detection, containment, and eradication of security threats
Maintain oversight of security policies, procedures, and System Security Plans (SSPs).
Design and execute security awareness and training programs for all staff and contractors.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred)
10+ years of progressive experience in information security, IT compliance, or cyber risk management
5+ years of experience in a leadership or management role overseeing security teams
Extensive hands-on experience managing the NIST RMF and achieving ATOs for complex systems
Must hold one or more active, industry-recognized senior security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, GSLC, or CISA)
Exceptional understanding of federal and state security compliance frameworks
Strong executive presence and ability to communicate complex technical risks to non-technical stakeholders.

Benefits

Comp & perks

WiredPeople provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

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Hard Skills & Tools

information securityrisk managementvulnerability assessmentssecurity authorizationsincident responsesecurity policiesSystem Security Planssecurity awareness trainingNIST RMFATO management

Soft Skills

leadershipmentoringcommunicationcontinuous improvementprofessional developmentexecutive presence

Certifications

CISSPCISMGSLCCISA