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Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) US Government & Public Sector

Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) US Government & Public Sector

EYBaltimore, Maryland, USA
11 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

EY is seeking a Chief Information Security officer (CISO) for the US Government & Public Sector (GPS). The CISO is the senior executive responsible for enterprise cybersecurity strategy governance and execution across both classified and unclassified environments. This includes compliance with DFARS / CMMC NIST SP 800-37 NIST SP 800-171 NISPOM and FedRAMP; secure software development; cloud security in Azure Government and Microsoft 365 GCC High; and enterprise incident response. The CISO partners closely with the COO CIO Legal / Contracts Risk Management and the Facility Security Officer (FSO). US GPS encompasses EYs US Federal state and local government client portfolio. This senior leadership role will have significant team leadership responsibilities with visibility to internal and client stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • The successful candidate will work with GPS engagement teams supporting functions and EYs Client Technology and Global Information Security organizations to develop and maintain a security and compliance program across all environments platforms and applications used or desired for use by GPS. Responsibilities include :
  • Strategy Governance and Risk Management
  • Development and execution of a multi year cybersecurity strategy and investment roadmap aligned to business objectives and federal contract requirements.
  • Development management and maintenance of the GPS IT security risk management policy and / or procedural documentation mapped to NIST SP 800-37 (RMF) NIST SP 800 53 NIST SP 800 171 NIST SP 800 161 (C SCRM) and NIST SP 800 218 (SSDF)
  • Ownership of the enterprise risk assessment (ERA) business impact analysis (BIA) and security metrics; present posture and material risk to the COO on a recurring cadence.

Defense Industrial Base Compliance (Classified & Unclassified)

  • Manage GPS compliance with DFARS 252.204-.204-7020 and 252.204-7021. This includes :

    • Leading DFARS / CMMC readiness and ongoing compliance.

  • Serving as the Affirming Official (AO) and maintaining an accurate SPRS self assessment score with defensible Plans of Action and Milestones (POAMs).
  • Achieving and maintaining CMMC certification at level 2.
  • Overseeing management and maintenance of POAMs.
  • Ensure systems operated for the government are designed properly and assessed against the appropriate requirements such as FedRAMP Cloud Computing Security Requirements Guide IRS 1075 and MARS-E.
  • Ensure safeguarding and incident reporting obligations for CUI (e.g. DFARS 252.204 7012 72 hour reporting) are met; coordinate with DC3 / DIBNet and affected customers when necessary.
  • Oversee NISPOM compliance for classified systems; partner with FSO to achieve and maintain Authorizations to Operate (ATOs).
  • Ensure proper handling of export controlled data (ITAR / EAR).
  • Prepare for and lead Program through contractually required assessments and customer audits; keep evidence policies configurations and logs audit ready.
  • Respond to government inspections or audits in coordination with EY Information Security and Risk Management.

    • Secure Cloud Identity & Enterprise Platforms

  • Own security architecture and controls for Azure Government (Azure Gov) and Microsoft 365 GCC High tenants including Conditional Access PIM / PAM encryption logging / retention and data governance for CUI.
  • Implement Zero Trust principles across identity endpoints networks and workloads; drive continuous verification and least privilege.
  • Deploy and operate EDR / XDR SIEM / SOAR DLP CASB / SSE / SASE MDM key management / HSM and vulnerability / configuration management at scale.
  • Oversee user authorization process and ongoing attestation of user authorization and access.
  • Assist to resolve GPS practitioners access or other issues with Enclave environments.
  • Ongoing development coordination and sustainment of Information Security Continuous Monitoring (ISCM) Program across all applications within the environment.

    • DevSecOps & Secure SDLC

  • Establish a software security program aligned to NIST SSDF (SP 800 218) and EO 14028 expectations; integrate security into SDLC across GitHub and Azure DevOps.
  • Govern AppSec tooling and policy : SAST (e.g. Checkmarx) DAST (e.g. Qualys / AppScan) SCA / OSS (e.g. Mend) IaC / container / K8s scanning and Wiz / Wiz Code; enforce build time gates and remediation SLAs.
  • Require SBOM generation artifact signing / provenance (e.g. SLSA targets) and secrets management across all repositories and pipelines.

    • Detection Response & Resilience

  • Develop manage and maintain GPS incident response program.
  • Lead SOC and CSIRT functions : 247 monitoring threat intelligence purple / red team exercises and executive tabletop drills.
  • Maintain and test the Incident Response Plan and Cyber Crisis Playbook including regulatory / customer communications and forensics preservation.

    • Effective Business Integration

  • Ensure development of fit-for-purpose solutions that support the business activities.
  • Manage integration of Firm applications into the GPS Enclave environment.
  • Understand and facilitate communication of EYs IT disaster recovery and business continuity plans to GPS clients potential clients and engagement teams (including engagement team responsibilities).
  • Augment existing Client Security Assurance reviews of data protection requirements contained in RFPs / RFQs to adequately respond and assist in development of GPS client security and data protection (confidentiality) plans.
  • Monitor regulatory or other developments in INFOSEC principles regulatory requirements and leading practices.

    • Leadership Team and Budget

  • Role model a leadership style that brings infrastructure application and cybersecurity professionals together to collaborate constructively on the design implementation and operation of controls.
  • Build and mentor a high performing organization spanning Policy / GRC AppSec / DevSecOps Security Engineering / Architecture SOC / IR and Third Party & Supply Chain Risk.
  • Own the cybersecurity budget and vendor portfolio; rationalize tools and services for value performance and compliance.
  • Participate in purchasing and enhancement of third-party tools for GPS.
  • Augment and potentially streamline existing Vendor Supplier Risk Assurance Program during evaluation of subcontractor compliance with applicable cybersecurity and data protection clauses.
  • Drive a security first culture : ongoing training phishing simulations secure coding education and leadership engagement including data protection and awareness and role-based training programs.
  • Coordinate and respond to annual (or more frequent) independent risk assessments and cyber security reviews.

    • Qualifications :

  • 12 years of progressive cybersecurity leadership including 5 years at the enterprise or business unit executive level.
  • 5 years FISMA related experience
  • Bachelors degree in IT-related field or bachelors degree in non-IT related field with a total of 10 years of information security experience
  • Masters degree preferred
  • Ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret clearance
  • US citizenship required
  • Clearance : The ability to obtain and maintain top secret required
  • Thorough knowledge and understanding of :

    • FAR 52.204-21 Basic Safeguarding of Covered Contractor Information Systems

  • DFARS 252.204-7012 Safeguarding Covered Defense Information and Cyber Incident Reporting
  • NIST SP 800-171 Protecting Controlled Unclassified Information in Nonfederal Systems and Organizations
  • NIST SP 800-53 Security and Privacy Controls for Federal Information Systems and Organizations
  • GSAM 552.239-70 Information Technology Security Plan and Security Authorization 552.239-71 Security Requirements for Unclassified Information Technology Resources and similar clauses in agency FAR supplements
  • FISMA
  • Specialized knowledge and experience with the implementation of the NIST Special Publication (SP) 800 family of publications particularly those associated with the Risk Management Framework
  • Proven experience in the Defense Industrial Base with DFARS / CMMC and NIST SP 800 171 implementation and audits (including POA&M and SPRS management).
  • Experience with FEDRAMP compliance authorization and monitoring
  • Deep expertise securing Azure Government and Microsoft 365 GCC High environments
  • Experience working with other Government cloud communities including AWS
  • Experience working with classified environments achieving / maintaining ATOs overseeing classified systems under NISPOM and DoD RMF and working understanding of SCIF operations
  • Knowledge and experience with vulnerability scanning execution assessment and analysis
  • Knowledge and experience of networks including LAN and WAN
  • Knowledge and experience with application security database security and network security
  • Experience with evaluating system network or infrastructure security controls against requirements such as FISMA FIPS and NIST guidelines
  • Hands on leadership of DevSecOps and software security programs covering GitHub / Azure DevOps / Jenkins with SAST / DAST / SCA IaC / container security SBOMs and supply chain controls.
  • Demonstrated analytical problem-solving organizational interpersonal and communication skills required.
  • The ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders including client-facing legal finance and contracting teams executives engineers customers and assessors on a wide variety of tasks as needed.
  • Ability to foster professionalism and demonstrate integrity and confidentiality in all actions.
  • Ability to demonstrate flexibility when required sense urgency organize and prioritize work and achieve against tight deadlines.
  • The ability to interpret and communicate regulatory requirements related to cybersecurity and data protection.
  • Possession of excellent written / verbal communications skills.
  • Possession of excellent analytical skills including strict attention to detail.
  • Ability to assess and weigh current and evolving security threats in an operational environment
  • Possession of Information Systems Security Professional certification (CISSP)
  • Certifications such as CISSP CISM CCISO CCSP CRISC CISA PMP and relevant GIAC credentials preferred

    • What we offer you

    At EY well develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. Well empower you in a flexible environment and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more.

  • We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where youll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $235700 to $466700. The base salary range for New York City Metro Area Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $282900 to $530400. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education experience knowledge skills and addition our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage pension and 401(k) plans and a wide range of paid time off options.
  • Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement project or year.
  • Under our flexible vacation policy youll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. Youll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays Winter / Summer breaks Personal / Family Care and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical financial and emotional well-being.

    • Are you ready to shape your future with confidence Apply today.

    EY accepts applications for this position on an on-going basis.

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    EY focuses on high-ethical standards and integrity among its employees and expects all candidates to demonstrate these qualities.

    EY Building a better working world

    EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients people society and the planet while building trust in capital markets.

    Enabled by data AI and advanced technology EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow.

    EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance consulting tax strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights a globally connected multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.

    EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race color religion age sex sexual orientation gender identity / expression pregnancy genetic informationnational origin protected veteran status disability status or any other legally protected basis including arrest and conviction records in accordance with applicable law.

    EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities including veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and either need assistance applying online or need to request an accommodation during any part of the application process please call 1-800-EY-HELP3 select Option 2 for candidate related inquiries then select Option 1 for candidate queries and finally select Option 2 for candidates with an inquiry which will route you to EYs Talent Shared Services Team (TSS) or email the TSS at .

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