Chief Information Security Officer

CHIEF INFORMATION SECUTIY OFFICER

DEFTEC delivers mission-critical solutions through skillfully delivered services and innovative products. We are inspired by our clients' critical missions and driven to provide the most effective solutions to execute their missions, operational challenges, and requirements. Our dedicated, experienced, and talented employees work closely with our clients to ensure the delivery of exceptional services and products.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Chief Information Security Officer supports the mission of delivering secure, compliant, and fully operational IT infrastructure for new SCIF military construction requirements by providing expert-level guidance across the design, programming, planning, and management of enterprise-level information technology systems. As a Chief Information Security Officer, you will apply deep expertise in DoD and Intelligence Community IT requirements, the Risk Management Framework, and the Authority to Operate process to translate complex operational and mission needs into a cohesive and resilient enterprise architecture. In this role, you will support IT submittals, test report reviews, change order management, and record documentation throughout the construction lifecycle while coordinating closely with external agencies including the WPAFB 88th Communications Squadron, NASIC, and IC mission partners. You will be expected to maintain 100% attendance at all required IT-related reviews, provide accurate advisory input that results in compliant installations, and deliver the leadership necessary to guide teams and manage complex IT projects from initial design through full operational capability.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide expertise in the design, programming, planning and management of IT infrastructure for new SCIF MILCON requirements.
• Provide support for identifying IT mission requirements, program development, equipment acquisition and disposition.
• Support the construction IT submittal process, test-reports reviews, change order management and review of all record documents.
• Coordinate activities and fulfill liaison responsibilities for external agencies to include WPAFB 88th Communications Squadron, NASIC and IC mission partners.
• Timely participation in all IT-related reviews (100% attendance at required meetings)
• Accurate advisory input resulting in compliant IT submittals and installations.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)
• Degree in computer science or information technology, Master's preferred
• 12-15 years of progressive experience in enterprise architecture, with at least 8-10 focused on DoD or Intelligence projects
• Focus on system architecture, software development, and IT project management.
• Deep knowledge of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and the ATO process
• Experience with classified networks.
• Proficiency in enterprise architecture frameworks, cloud computing, database management, and IT governance.
• Proven leadership to guide teams and manage complex IT projects, including budgeting and resource allocation.
• Experience designing, developing, and integrating the complete technology infrastructure for a new, large scale intelligence facility.
• Responsible for translating complex operational and mission requirements into a cohesive and resilient enterprise architecture.
• Must have knowledge of data centers, network infrastructure, cybersecurity, cloud integration.
• Active TS/SCI and SAP clearances

DEFTEC offers a comprehensive whole-life benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, holiday, paid time off, 401K with a match, life insurance, short/long-term disability, and educational reimbursement. The DEFTEC team comprises professionals who make a difference daily in crucial national security missions. Our leadership knows that this happens by employing a diverse team that is well cared for. Our top priority is our employees, making DEFTEC an ideal workplace.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Please get in touch with View email address on click.appcast.io if you require reasonable accommodations.

DEFTEC is a Drug-Free Workplace where post-offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria are met as outlined in our policies.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT

DEFTEC Corp is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type based on actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, and gender expression, religious creed, disability (mental and physical) including HIV and AIDS, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics ), genetic information, age, marital status, civil union status, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, denial of family and medical care leave, arrest record and/or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state or local law.

This policy applies to all terms of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment during employment.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of the activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.