Information Security Officer – ISO

Gainwell Technologies

. Lead security operational governance activities .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $126,600 - $180,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in security operational governance, risk management, and compliance, with a strong focus on audit preparation and remediation. Proficient in implementing security fundamentals and managing security incidents while ensuring adherence to regulatory standards such as HIPAA and NIST.

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Risk ManagementAudit and Compliance ProgramsInformation Security Best PracticesSecurity Incident ManagementSecurity Tooling and Business Operations

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Hard Skills

Risk ManagementAudit PreparationSecurity Incident ManagementNIST 800-53ISO27001HIPAA ComplianceMARS-E/ARC-AMPEFedRAMPSecurity ProcessesInformation Governance

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationSelf-MotivatedTenaciousSound JudgmentIntegrity

Industry Keywords

Security Operational GovernanceSecurity RemediationSLA/SLO AdherenceSecurity Metrics and ReportingSecurity FundamentalsContractual StandardsDiverse EnvironmentsVirtual EnvironmentsSecurity ManagementSecurity Audit Processes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead security operational governance activities
Drive security remediation efforts and SLA/SLO adherence
Ensure delivery excellence in security tooling and business operations
Manage relationships with Gainwell Technologies suppliers and the client
Create and maintain account security plans for selected accounts and products
Manage and report security incidents from start to finish
Manage audit preparation, facilitation, and remediation
Manage security risks and exceptions
Ensure implementation of security fundamentals, policies, and regulatory and contractual standards
Escalate and resolve security issues
Coordinate security metrics and reporting in support of contractual commitments
Provide presentations and clear Gainwell messaging

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 10 years’ experience working in a risk management, audit, security, or technical delivery role
Bachelor or master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Studies, Information Security (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
Experience with and understanding of security and auditing regulations
Experience with audit and compliance programs, including leading audits and remediation efforts
Experience with HIPAA, NIST, MARS-E/ARC-AMPE, and FedRAMP
Excellent and effective communication skills
Ability to work effectively in diverse, multi-national and virtual environments
Self-motivated and tenacious
Demonstrate sound judgment and integrity
Ability to influence delivery personnel in executing security and compliance requirements
Experience as a Security consultant, architect and/or engineer
Experience working with security management, including information governance and compliance
Deep understanding and working knowledge of information security industry best practices with hands-on experience
Experience with security processes and standards, particularly NIST 800-53 and/or ISO27001
Knowledge of security audit and accreditation processes
Ability to adapt to new security regimes
SIMM and SAM working compliance experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

Work flexibility
Learning and career development
Technical credentials and certifications
Generous, flexible vacation policy
Educational assistance
Leadership and technical development academies
Opportunities to travel through work (0-10%)
401(k) employer match
Comprehensive health benefits