Business Information Security Officer (Information System Proj Mgmt 4) 30466

Requisition 30466 | Full Time/Salaried/Exempt | Required Travel: 0–10% | Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain | Senior Level

About the Role

Mission Technologies is seeking a Business Information Security Officer (BISO) to work out of our Fairlakes office in Fairfax, VA. The BISO serves as a trusted cybersecurity advisor to their assigned division. This role requires a strong understanding of cybersecurity risks and technologies, along with the ability to effectively communicate those concepts to business units. The BISO works in tandem with the business across multiple services and platforms to address risk and advises leaders to make informed decisions with cybersecurity in mind. This advanced role supports the enterprise cybersecurity program by providing leadership and both strategic and tactical guidance for a world-class security program. As a business enabler, the BISO must be an effective communicator with the technical aptitude to drive cybersecurity fundamentals into all aspects of the business. The BISO must be capable of working closely with senior management, third parties, project managers, and business subject matter experts (SMEs). The individual should be personable and able to translate cybersecurity issues into business-focused recommendations. A strong technical background is required, including the ability to understand technologies, their purpose, and their security and data protection requirements, regardless of where they reside. BISOs should also understand threats, as well as risk mitigations and the technical controls recommended by security leaders. This role requires both deep security expertise and strong business acumen to support secure growth, operational resilience, and regulatory compliance.

HII's Mission Technologies division comprises more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivering all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation, and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title, guided by the Leadership Capability Framework: Know & Grow Your People, Build Relationships, Take Ownership, Customer First, Shape the Future, and Act with Urgency.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted cybersecurity advisor to the assigned division, partnering with business leadership across multiple services and platforms
• Provide strategic and tactical guidance for the enterprise cybersecurity program
• Translate cybersecurity risks and technical concepts into business-focused recommendations for senior management and stakeholders
• Integrate cybersecurity fundamentals into all aspects of the business through collaboration and influence
• Understand technologies, their purpose, and their security and data protection requirements across environments
• Assess threats, risk mitigations, and technical controls recommended by security leaders
• Support secure growth, operational resilience, and regulatory compliance
• Work closely with senior management, third parties, project managers, and business subject matter experts
• Promote a positive, enterprise-wide cybersecurity culture
• Communicate privacy, business risk, and remediation requirements derived from assessments
• Apply strategic and tactical thinking, decision-making skills, and business acumen to cybersecurity challenges

Requirements

• Education and experience: 9 years relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree in a related field; 7 years with a Master's degree; 4 years with a PhD or JD; or 13 years relevant experience with a high school diploma or equivalent
• One or more cybersecurity certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CISA)
• At least 3 years of experience working with business leadership and enterprise projects
• Strong written and verbal communication skills across all organizational levels
• Ability to work effectively with diverse teams and promote a positive, enterprise-wide cybersecurity culture
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and trustworthiness when representing the company and cybersecurity leadership
• Strong understanding of business processes and the ability to integrate cybersecurity through collaboration and influence
• Excellent project management, multitasking, and organizational skills
• Ability to adapt to varying personalities and management styles to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes
• Demonstrated credibility based on sustained industry knowledge
• Ability to motivate teams, recognize contributions, and drive excellence
• Knowledge of national and global cybersecurity policies, regulations, and frameworks
• Understanding of a broad range of cybersecurity solutions
• Proven history of integrity, adaptability, curiosity, strong communication, and pride in work
• Highly organized, efficient self-starter who requires minimal supervision
• General business administration competencies
• Strong ability to communicate privacy, business risk, and remediation requirements derived from assessments
• Demonstrated strategic and tactical thinking, decision-making skills, and business acumen

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP certification
• At least 10 years of cybersecurity experience (or IT with significant cybersecurity focus), including a minimum of 5 years in an operational cybersecurity practitioner role
• 14 or more years of combined cybersecurity and/or information technology experience
• 5 or more years of related cybersecurity systems administration experience
• 3 or more years of cybersecurity or IT project management experience

Pay

Anticipated Salary Range: $127,045.00 – $180,000.00. The listed salary range is a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division considers factors including the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions and will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase if applicable.

Benefits

• Best-in-class medical, dental, and vision plan choices
• Wellness resources and employee assistance programs
• Savings Plan Options (401(k)) and financial planning tools
• Life insurance
• Employee discounts
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships