Remote Information Security Compliance Officer

Information Security Compliance Officer
Pay Rate: $125.00 - 140.00/hr (W2)
Employment Type: Contract
Duration: 07/20/2026 07/19/2027
Schedule: Full-Time Monday Friday Business Hours
Hours: 40 hours/week
Work Arrangement: 100% Remote
Location: Remote (U.S.)
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Tekberry is seeking an experienced Information Security Compliance Officer to join a highly visible Information Security Office supporting a premier university environment. This role will lead enterprise cybersecurity governance risk and compliance initiatives with a primary focus on NIST readiness NIH cybersecurity requirements Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) and NIST SP 800-171 compliance.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience leading information security compliance programs conducting risk assessments developing security frameworks and driving audit readiness efforts across complex organizations.

• Lead and execute enterprise-wide NIST readiness initiatives and cybersecurity compliance programs

• Develop and implement comprehensive strategies to prepare the organization for security audits and evolving regulatory requirements

• Lead compliance efforts related to NIH requirements CMMC and NIST SP 800-171 standards

• Assess current security posture identify compliance gaps and implement corrective actions

• Develop and maintain System Security Plans (SSPs) and oversee Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms)

• Design and implement risk assessment frameworks to identify and mitigate cybersecurity risks

• Develop maintain and enforce information security policies standards and procedures

• Ensure compliance with NIST HIPAA ISO 27001 PCI DSS and other applicable regulations and standards

• Partner with IT Legal Finance Human Resources Research Computing and other stakeholders to integrate information security into enterprise risk management processes

• Coordinate internal and external security audits and support vulnerability assessments

• Maintain detailed documentation related to security incidents risk assessments compliance activities and audit findings

• Develop and promote security awareness training and compliance initiatives

• Provide leadership guidance and mentorship to stakeholders and team members

• Monitor industry trends emerging threats and evolving regulatory requirements

• Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in information security risk management compliance or related cybersecurity disciplines

• Proven experience establishing and managing information security compliance frameworks

• Extensive knowledge of NIST frameworks particularly NIST SP 800-171

• Experience supporting Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 1 and Level 2 initiatives

• Significant experience leading security audits risk assessments and vulnerability assessments

• Extensive experience developing information security policies standards and procedures

• Comprehensive knowledge of cybersecurity technologies including encryption firewalls intrusion detection systems SIEM platforms and related security tools

• Demonstrated leadership experience within cybersecurity information security or compliance teams

• Strong analytical critical-thinking and problem-solving skills

• Excellent written verbal and presentation skills with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences

• Experience working within higher education environments

• Experience supporting research organizations and research compliance programs

• Knowledge of NIH cybersecurity requirements

• Experience with ISO 27001 HIPAA and PCI DSS compliance programs

• Professional certifications such as CISSP CISM CRISC Security or equivalent

• Experience collaborating with legal audit and regulatory teams

• Experience with CMMC Level 1 and Level 2 compliance initiatives

• Extensive experience developing security policies and standards

• Strong knowledge of NIST frameworks and cybersecurity compliance

• Excellent written verbal and interpersonal communication skills

• Higher education experience preferred

• 100% remote position

• Standard business hours Monday through Friday

• Highly collaborative environment supporting university-wide cybersecurity initiatives

• Frequent interaction with technical and non-technical stakeholders across the organization

As a Tekberry W2 employee you will have access to medical dental and vision benefits effective the 1st of the month following your start date.

We need hard-working reliable employees. If youre ready to lead cybersecurity compliance initiatives and strengthen information security practices within a dynamic academic environment we want to hear from you!

Tekberry is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or veteran status. Tekberry is a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE).

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