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CSV-Taurean

Program Manager

Quantico, VA · On-site

One of PMP, DAWIA PM, CISSP, CISM, CCISO, CASP+, or CGRC/CAP. * Experience: ≥10 years program/contract management, with ≥5 years IT/Network Ops leadership. Technical Screening / Tools: MS Project ...

CSV-TAUREAN

Program Manager

Quantico, VA · On-site

One of PMP, DAWIA PM, CISSP, CISM, CCISO, CASP+, or CGRC/CAP. * Experience: ≥10 years program/contract management, with ≥5 years IT/Network Ops leadership. Technical Screening / Tools: MS Project ...

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How much do cciso jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for cciso in Virginia is $24.87, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.09 and $29.33 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a CCISO?

To thrive as a CCISO (Certified Chief Information Security Officer), you need deep expertise in information security strategy, risk management, governance, and a strong background in IT or cybersecurity leadership. Familiarity with technical security frameworks, compliance regulations, and holding advanced certifications such as CCISO, CISSP, or CISM are highly valued. Exceptional leadership, communication, and decision-making skills are crucial for guiding cross-functional teams and gaining executive buy-in. These competencies ensure that the organization can effectively anticipate, mitigate, and respond to evolving cyber threats while aligning security initiatives with business goals.

What is a CCISO?

A CCISO (Certified Chief Information Security Officer) is a high-level executive responsible for an organization's information security strategy, risk management, and cybersecurity leadership. They oversee security policies, compliance, incident response, and align security initiatives with business goals. CCISOs manage teams, budgets, and collaborate with stakeholders to protect sensitive data and infrastructure. Their role focuses on bridging the gap between technical security measures and business priorities to mitigate cybersecurity threats effectively.

How hard is it to become a CISO?

Becoming a CISO typically requires extensive experience in cybersecurity, often 10 or more years, along with strong leadership skills and knowledge of risk management. Many CISOs hold advanced certifications like CISSP or CISM and have a background in IT or security management. The role demands a combination of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and the ability to communicate effectively with executive teams.

What are the typical challenges faced by a CCISO in a large organization?

A CCISO in a large organization often faces challenges such as balancing security priorities with business objectives, managing complex regulatory requirements across multiple regions, and ensuring company-wide security awareness and compliance. Coordinating efforts between IT, executive leadership, and other departments requires strong interpersonal and negotiation skills, as well as the ability to communicate technical risks in business terms. Staying ahead of emerging cyber threats and rapidly evolving technologies also demands continuous learning and adaptation. Successfully navigating these challenges is critical to safeguarding the organization’s assets and maintaining stakeholder trust.

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Infographic showing various Cciso job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 1% Part Time, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,737 per year, or $24.9 per hour.

Information System Security Engineer (ISSE)

VTG

Chantilly, VA

$100K - $210K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

Overview

VTG is looking for Information System Security Engineers (ISSEs) in Chantilly VA.  These positions are contingent upon contract award.


What will you do?
  • An ISSE is responsible for conducting IS security engineering activities throughout the lifecycle.
  • ISSEs are responsible for capturing and refining information protection requirements to ensure their integration into IS acquisitions and IS development through purposeful security design or configuration.
  • Integrates security functional requirements into existing acquisition lifecycle phases, milestones, and documents using systems engineering principles and methodologies.
  • Shall be knowledgeable of best practices when implementing security controls including SW engineering methodologies, security engineering methodologies, security engineering principles, and secure coding techniques and coordinates activities with A&A stakeholders.
  • The ISSE functions are commensurate with the IASAE position description, experience and certifications. 
  • ISSEs with Space System experience is required, specific Space System ISSE required qualifications.
  • This IASAE experience requires working relevant types of Space systems based on location, and understanding space requirements and protection needs for integration into relevant network systems.
  • IASAE's also participate in Space Computer Security requirement reviews or working groups as needed by locations.
  • IASAE's also participate in the National Space INFOSEC Steering Council, among others.

Do you have what it takes?
  • TS/SCI with Poly required
  • Bachelor's degree relevant to computer engineering, INFOSEC, information management, and/or computer science
  • Level 1: 0 - 4 years relevant IA experience and IAM Level I Certification: CAP, GSLC, Sec+
  • Level 2: 5 - 9 years relevant IA experience and IAM Level II Certification: CAP, GSLC, CISM, CASP, CISSP or CCISO
  • Level 3: 10+ relevant IA experience and IAM Level III Certification:  GSLC, CISM, CISSP OR CCISO
  • Knowledge of and experience with ICD 503 and the Government's certification and accreditation process
  • Networks, computer components, protocols, and COTS technology
  • System methodologies including: client/server, web hosting, web content servers, policy servers, directory servers, firewalls, WAN, MAN, LAN, switches, and routers
  • SW integration of COTS and GOTS products
  • Virtualization platforms and technologies
  • Education relevant to computer engineering, INFOSEC, information management, and/or computer science
  • Experience in technical project management (Level 3); and
  • Technical experience in:
    • Configuring and supporting, at a minimum, Windows, Linux, Unix, Maces
    • Configuring and supporting, at a minimum, VMware, Xen, Hyper V
    • SW engineering
    • Program design and implementation
    • Configuration management (Level 3)
    • System maintenance
    • Integration testing (Level 3)
    • Information Security, engineering

Pay Range: VTG’s estimated starting pay range is $100,000 - $210,000 annually, which is a general guideline for the geographic location. When extending an offer, VTG also considers work experience, education, skill level, market considerations and may possibly include contractual requirements which may cause an offer to fall outside of this range.

Qualifications:
  • TS/SCI with Poly required
  • Bachelor's degree relevant to computer engineering, INFOSEC, information management, and/or computer science
  • Level 1: 0 - 4 years relevant IA experience and IAM Level I Certification: CAP, GSLC, Sec+
  • Level 2: 5 - 9 years relevant IA experience and IAM Level II Certification: CAP, GSLC, CISM, CASP, CISSP or CCISO
  • Level 3: 10+ relevant IA experience and IAM Level III Certification:  GSLC, CISM, CISSP OR CCISO
  • Knowledge of and experience with ICD 503 and the Government's certification and accreditation process
  • Networks, computer components, protocols, and COTS technology
  • System methodologies including: client/server, web hosting, web content servers, policy servers, directory servers, firewalls, WAN, MAN, LAN, switches, and routers
  • SW integration of COTS and GOTS products
  • Virtualization platforms and technologies
  • Education relevant to computer engineering, INFOSEC, information management, and/or computer science
  • Experience in technical project management (Level 3); and
  • Technical experience in:
    • Configuring and supporting, at a minimum, Windows, Linux, Unix, Maces
    • Configuring and supporting, at a minimum, VMware, Xen, Hyper V
    • SW engineering
    • Program design and implementation
    • Configuration management (Level 3)
    • System maintenance
    • Integration testing (Level 3)
    • Information Security, engineering
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