The Department of Commerce is looking for a Deputy Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to serve as a supervisor and deputy lead for the IT Security and Privacy Program at NIST. You will work closely with and advise the CISO and NIST executive leadership on all matters related to the information security program and cybersecurity operations, helping to implement and optimize the comprehensive information security strategy.
What You'll Do
- Work closely with and advise the CISO and NIST executive leadership on all matters related to the information security program and cybersecurity operations.
- Coordinate with the CISO on the implementation, optimization, and delivery of a comprehensive information security strategy, aligning data and technology standards.
- Guide and assist with the development and implementation of a security program and facilitate information security governance.
- Advise the CISO on security direction and resource investments and design and align appropriate policies with respect to information security.
- Continuously assess and develop the cybersecurity landscape, act as a change agent, and help lead information security resilience to protect all data and technology assets.
What We're Looking For
- IT-related experience demonstrating Attention to Detail, Customer Service, Oral Communication, and Problem Solving competencies.
- One year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-14 level (ZP-IV at NIST).
- Specialized experience defined as: management of IT services; IT security; Federal IT and privacy regulations (NIST Special Publication Guidance, FISMA, Assessment and Authorization, Privacy, OMB A-130, System Development Lifecycle); and supervision and management.
Team & Environment
You will be the deputy lead of the IT Security and Privacy Program, reporting directly to the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). The department fosters an energetic, lively, and collegial atmosphere.
Benefits & Compensation
- Alternative Personnel Management System (APMS), a pay-for-performance system.
- Flexible work schedules.
- Paid parental leave.
- Paid vacation.
- Sick leave.
- Family-friendly leave.
- Childcare subsidy program for qualifying families.
- Back-up child care program.
- Child and elder-care resources.
- On-site childcare center.
- Lactation spaces.
- Wellness programs.
- Fitness center.
- Employee assistance programs.
Work Mode
This is an onsite position. Locations are Gaithersburg, MD (Headquarters) or Boulder, CO.
