PURPOSE:

The role of the vCISO provides the expertise required to properly scope and deliver cybersecurity solutions and services to our clients. They work closely with our clients to deliver risk management services that align industry best practices and regulatory requirements. The vCISO will identify risks and compliance gaps and collaborate with clients to prioritize and execute cybersecurity initiatives.

• Develop custom cybersecurity programs and drive cybersecurity initiatives that support regulatory requirements, risk appetite, budget targets, and desired outcomes
• Performs cybersecurity risk assessments to identify and document client risks in accordance with industry best practices and regulatory bodies to include CMMC,
• DFARS, NIST 800-171, NIST CSF, HIPAA, FDIC, GLBA, ISO 27001/2, PCIDSS, and MITRE ATT&CK
• Continually manages risk management plans, milestones, and quarterly objectives to track progress and anticipate/notify of potential issues
• Collaborates with IT resources and key stakeholders from other business units to assess impacts to business processes, consider compensating controls, and effectively communicate risk remediation initiatives
• Leads monthly, quarterly, and annual presentations of risk management initiatives among client technical resources, key stakeholders, and senior management
• Leads cybersecurity engineering resources to deliver vulnerability management, endpoint protection, privilege and identity management, network security, etc.
• Actively monitors evolving threats and compliance changes and communicates findings to both Ascend and client stakeholders
• Conducts vendor risk assessments to identify technical, operational, and compliance risks and recommend risk reduction strategies
• Works closely with Ascend’s cybersecurity team to report issues, develop process improvement strategies, and ensure service success
• Writes and updates cybersecurity policies and procedures aligned with client requirements
• Leads cybersecurity training, tabletop exercises, and marketing events
• Other Responsibilities as assigned by management

MINIMUM SKILLS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• 5+ Years experience in cybersecurity, and framework alignment (CMMC, DFARS, NIST 800-171, NIST CSF, HIPAA, FDIC, GLBA, ISO 27001/2, CIS, etc.)
• 5+ Years of strong working knowledge of system, application, network, cloud, and data security best practices
• One or more of the following certifications: CISSP, CISA, CISM, CRISC, GLSC, GSTRT, or equivalent
• Proven success managing business risk, conducting vendor risk assessments, and executing cybersecurity controls
• Working knowledge of Microsoft 365, Azure Active Directory/Active Directory, Security Awareness strategies, and Vulnerability Management practices
• Excellent analytic, problem-solving, active-listening and decision-making skills
• Excellent presentation, writing, interpersonal and communication skills
• Comfortable engaging at executive levels to influence and provide strategic insight
• Experience and/or strong desire to work in a fast-paced environment with evolving conditions

PREFERRED SKILLS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• 5+ Years experience in Incident Response and Digital Forensics
• Industry Specialized Certifications for PCI DSS, HITRUST, etc.
• Working knowledge of PowerShell, Threat Hunting Techniques, SIEM, SOC, EDR Platforms, Privilege and Identity Management Platforms
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, management information systems, information Technology, engineering, mathematics, or a related field

Starting Salary: $122,000/year

At Ascend Technologies we firmly believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are not only fundamental values but also powerful drivers of innovation, growth, and success. We are committed to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered.

CORE VALUES

We are seeking highly motivated individuals who have the willingness and ability to demonstrate Ascend core values:

• Committed to Client Success: Our actions and our words always align with the best interest of the client.
• One Team: We work collaboratively to overcome challenges with humility and respect and do what it takes to find innovative solutions.
• Integrity: We are unquestionably committed to doing the right thing even when it is hard.
• Accountability: We hold ourselves and each other accountable for keeping our commitments to our clients, our communities, and one another.
• Transparency: We create open lines of communication with each other and our clients, fostering relationships founded on candor and trust.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must be able to sit, stand, and bend for the duration of shift. The position is mainly sitting, with occasional lifting up to 50 lbs., such as laptop, server equipment, and, driving to the work site to meet with client(s).

The Opportunity:

Are you ready to take a strategic role in cyber defense? Are you looking for an opportunity to protect critical infrastructure from the constant onslaught of cyber-attacks? If you want to sharpen your skills by analyzing threats in real-time, you want to be a Cybersecurity Operations Center Analyst.

As a Cybersecurity Operations Center Analyst on our security operations center team, you’ll improve tier monitoring strategies and analyze threats using state-of-the-art tools and platforms. You’ll work with the team to comprehend, mitigate, and respond to threats quickly, restoring operations and limiting the impact. You’ll manage efforts to figure out just how many systems are affected and assist recovery efforts. You’ll combine threat intelligence, event data, and assessments of events to identify patterns to understand attackers’ goals to stop them from succeeding. This is a great opportunity to continue to build your cybersecurity skills with hands-on experience in threat assessment and incident response.

In this role, you’ll lead a team of professionals as they use cyberspace capabilities to evaluate potential weaknesses as well as the effectiveness of mitigations for cybersecurity solutions. You will leverage cyberspace operations systems to aggregate threat feeds that inform briefings for senior leadership aligned to our Army client.

If you want to be in the fight, working shoulder to shoulder with our mission partner influencing the most critical global cyber missions, this is the opportunity for you. Join us as we protect clients from malicious actors.

Join us. The world can’t wait.

• Improve tier monitoring strategies and analyze threats using state-of-the-art tools and platforms.
• Comprehend, mitigate, and respond to threats quickly, restoring operations and limiting the impact.
• Manage efforts to determine the number of affected systems and assist recovery efforts.
• Combine threat intelligence, event data, and assessments of events to identify patterns and understand attackers’ goals.
• Lead a team of professionals using cyberspace capabilities to evaluate potential weaknesses and the effectiveness of mitigations for cybersecurity solutions.
• Leverage cyberspace operations systems to aggregate threat feeds that inform briefings for senior leadership aligned to our Army client.

You Have:

• 3+ years of experience working in a Security Operations Center at a classified level within the DoD
• Experience providing continuous monitoring security expertise to business units and key stakeholders
• Experience performing extensive analysis to validate established security requirements and recommend additional security requirements and safeguards
• Experience working with cybersecurity staff to evolve the Security Operations continuous monitoring toolsets and reporting to provide better vulnerability insight
• Ability to serve as subject matter expert on vulnerabilities, including system and application settings, to work alongside other security analysts in event handling and incident response
• Ability to perform as a focal point for incident response and be responsible for communicating with other stakeholders
• Active TS/SCI clearance; willingness to take a polygraph exam
• HS diploma or GED
• Ability to obtain an 8570 DoD-approved CSSP Baseline Certification such as CEH, CFR, CCNA Cyber Ops, CCNA-Security, CySA+, GCIA, GCIH, GICSP, Cloud+, SCYBER, or PenTest+ Certification, prior to start date

Nice If You Have:

• Experience using Elastic for monitoring and analysis
• Experience using endpoint tools to successfully hunt for adversarial behavior
• Knowledge of Splunk and creating Splunk content, including alerts and dashboards
• Ability to conduct threat hunting using network and host-based information
• TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph
• Master's degree
• Splunk, Tanium, or TYCHON Certification

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $96,600.00 to $220,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Work Model

Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

• If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
• If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

EEO Commitment

We’re an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that empowers our people to fearlessly drive change – no matter their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

Title: VP – Chief Information Security Officer

Status: Exempt

Reports to: SVP – Chief Information Officer

Department: IT – Information Admin

Job code: 11758

Pay range: $193,600.00 - $242,000.00 Annually

General Description:

Strategically lead all aspects of security across the Credit Union, including safeguarding the ongoing operations of information technology, confidential and proprietary data, member account access, electronic communications; fraud technology and mitigation; and the physical safety of our employees, members, and visitors. Lead the planning, oversight, and ongoing effectiveness of assigned programs, including member information security, enterprise fraud technology and operations, and physical security programs. Collaborate with senior management on enterprise initiatives and standards to ensure alignment with our risk management appetite and to accomplish strategic goals and objectives.

• Provide enterprise leadership and contribute subject matter expertise as needed across the Credit Union to further organization initiatives, provide business intelligence and insights, support peers and the CEO, strengthen operations, innovate, and advance achievement of Credit Union strategic and financial goals.
• Strategically lead solutions and technical operations for information security, fraud technology, and physical security across the Credit Union, including safeguarding the ongoing operations of technology systems, confidential and proprietary data, member account access, electronic communications, and the physical safety of our employees, members, and visitors.
• Proactively oversee a 24/7 production environment designed to operate with the highest levels of safety, security, and trust for our members and employees.
• Organize and prioritize critical issues and required information to facility change, efficient discussions, and decision-making.
• Be available to make leadership decisions as needed for a business that operates twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, while keeping appropriate executive management abreast of member or employee impacting events.
• Ensure procedures and controls are operationalized to protect our members information and assets, as well as the organizations physical property.
• Collaborate with senior management on enterprise initiatives and standards to ensure alignment with our risk management appetite and to accomplish strategic goals and objectives.
• Continually scan the Credit Union’s environment to identify and remediate potential security weaknesses and ensure compliance with applicable security regulations and standards.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of state and federal laws and regulations related to credit union compliance including bank secrecy and anti-money laundering laws appropriate to the position.
• Foster a positive and engaging work environment for each team member by promoting skill development, coaching for improvement and growth, inspiring others through your words and actions, and embracing our mission, vision and core values.
• Set goals, monitor work, and evaluate results to ensure that departmental and organizational objectives and operating requirements are met.
• Provide leadership to senior management on security, fraud and other assigned administrative matters. Act as a Role Model for the Golden Commitments to Leadership.
• Evaluate evolving solutions and their benefit to the organization. Keep abreast of industry developments including, but not limited to, changes in regulations, technology, and other operational trends.
• Build and maintain professional relationships and pursue networking opportunities with key business partners and outside colleagues in the industry.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the Credit Union’s strategic goals and objectives.

Required Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in related field or equivalent work experience.
• Experience: Minimum 12+ years of experience in a related position, preferably at a financial institution. 10+ years of progressively responsible management experience at a senior level.
• Knowledge/Skills: Extensive knowledge of tools, technologies, and mitigation techniques within information security, fraud, and physical security.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree a plus.
• Superb professionalism, tact, and diplomacy. Creative problem solving, organizational, analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Strong decision making and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects/duties. Results driven, service-oriented, self-motivated, and able to work independently. Confident leader with the ability to express a vision to the organization and subsequently delegate responsibility as needed.

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