Howard University · 13 hours ago
Senior Information Security Officer (SISO) – Secure Enclave
DC-Baltimore Area
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$149K/yr - $164K/yr
8+ years expHoward University is seeking a Senior Information Security Officer (SISO) to provide leadership and oversight for cybersecurity operations within a designated secure enclave supporting federally sponsored research. The role involves ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of enclave systems and data in compliance with federal cybersecurity requirements and institutional policies.
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No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Serves as the senior information security authority for the assigned secure enclave and has advisory authority over enclave system administrators
Implements and maintains enclave-specific cybersecurity policies, procedures, and controls
Develops and maintains System Security Plans (SSPs), Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), and required security documentation
Prepares for DoD assessments, internal audits, and sponsor reviews
Oversees enclave-level risk assessments, vulnerability management, and continuous monitoring activities
Leads incident response activities within the enclave and coordinates escalation as required
Ensures appropriate access controls, system configurations, logging, and boundary protections are in place
Ensures alignment with institutional security architecture and enterprise risk management
Coordinates with principal investigators, program managers, and administrative offices to support sponsor cybersecurity requirements
Ensures secure handling, storage, transmission, and disposal of CUI within the enclave
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
Minimum of eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in information security or cybersecurity
Experience supporting secure or regulated computing environments
Knowledge of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) handling requirements
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, if required
Preferred
Preferred certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, CCSP, or Security+, which are commonly expected for an enclave security leadership
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support
PTO, paid holidays, flexible work arrangements
Competitive salary, 403(b) with company match
Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement paths
Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant company culture
Company
Howard University
Howard University is a federally chartered, private, coeducational, and nonsectarian university.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$29.9MKey Investors
Gilead SciencesAmerican Academy of Orthopaedic SurgeonsNational Endowment for the Humanities (NEH)
2024-02-27Grant
2023-12-01Grant· $0.02M
2023-01-10Grant· $0.15M
Leadership Team
Ta-Nehisi Coates
Sterling Brown Endowed Chair, Department of English
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