Information Security Officer at Unisys

What success looks like in this role: Position SummaryThe Unisys Information Security Officer (ISO) provides dedicated cybersecurity leadership in support of critical Virginia based Client. This role is responsible for helping the Client to implement manage and govern information security programs that protect the Clients systems services and data.The Unisys ISO works closely with the Client CISO team leadership and stakeholders across the Client to ensure compliance with IT security standards perform risk assessments support incident response and deliver strategic security guidance. Ideal candidate has strong project management (PM) skills technical grasp of Cybersecurity and a deep understanding of System Security Plans Business Impact Analysis and Cybersecurity Risk Registers.Key Responsibilities1. Security Governance & ComplianceDevelop refine and maintain agency-aligned security policies controls and documentation.Assist Client and assigned agencies with audits compliance reviews and remediation planning.Ensure adoption of NIST-aligned risk management and security control frameworks.2. Risk ManagementConduct or assist with enterprise risk assessments data classification and security control evaluations for Client and supported agencies.Identify security gaps and recommend risk-based remediation strategies.Support the development of System Security Plans (SSPs) BIAs and agency risk registers.Provide guidance on COOP and Incident Response Plan development.3. Incident Response & Threat SupportAct as an incident response resource to Client helping coordinate cybersecurity investigations analysis and documentation.Collaborate with Clients SOC during active events.Deliver after-action reporting root cause analysis and improvement recommendations.4. Security Architecture & Technology SupportAssist 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.5. Training Awareness & Stakeholder CoordinationSupport cybersecurity awareness programs across Client and partner agencies.Act as one of the primary Unisys security liaisons interfacing with Client leadership.Communicate risks emerging threats and mitigation options to technical and non-technical audiences.Provide security guidance to project teams application developers and business units.6. Strategic Security LeadershipContribute to Clients enterprise cybersecurity strategy and statewide security initiatives.Recommend modern tools frameworks and processes to enhance the Clients security posture.Participate in governance boards working groups and cross-agency cybersecurity committees.Support Unisys in delivering high-quality contract-aligned services that enhance Clients mission.You will be successful in this role if you have:Required QualificationsBachelors degree in Information Security Computer Science IT or related field; equivalent experience considered.8 years of cybersecurity or information assurance experience.Strong understanding ofNIST frameworks (CSF)Zero Trust principles and modern security architecturesExperience in risk assessments audits and implementing security controls.Incident response or SOC coordination experience.Excellent communication documentation and stakeholder-engagement skills.Preferred CertificationsCISSPCISMCISACRISCGIAC certifications (GSEC GCIH GSTRT etc.)Cloud security certifications (AWS / Azure)Project Management Professional (PMP)Key CompetenciesAbility to work collaboratively across multiple agencies and stakeholder groupsStrong analytical and risk-based decision-making skillsAbility to communicate complex security issues clearlyHigh initiative ownership and professionalismCommitment to delivering high-quality support to a mission-critical state ClientThis 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.Unisys is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that considers all qualified applicants without regard to age caste citizenship color disability family medical history family status ethnicity gender gender expression gender identity genetic information marital status national origin parental status pregnancy race religion sex sexual orientation transgender status veteran status or any other category protected by law.This commitment includes our efforts to provide for all those who seek to express interest in employment the opportunity to participate without barriers. If you are a US job seeker unable to review the job opportunities herein or cannot otherwise complete your expression of interest without additional assistance and would like to discuss a request for reasonable accommodation please contact our Global Recruiting organization at or alternatively Toll Free: (Prompt 4). US job seekers can find more information about Unisys EEO commitment here.Required Experience:Unclear Seniority Key Skills International Development,Information Systems,Community,Information Technology Sales,Corporate Recruitment Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1