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Information Security Risk Management Specialist

LHH US

Reston, VA

$60 - $75/hr

Full-time, Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Information Security Risk Management Specialist
Location: Reston, VA (Hybrid)
8 month contract
$60-75/hr W2. (No C2C at this time)
About the Opportunity
Our client, a global leader in technology and entertainment, is seeking a Information Security Risk Management Specialist to join its Information Security organization. This role will be responsible for identifying, assessing, and managing information security risks across business operations, technology environments, and third-party partnerships.
The ideal candidate combines strong information security knowledge with a consultative approach, helping business and technology teams understand risk, implement practical solutions, and strengthen overall security posture.
Key Responsibilities
  • Lead end-to-end information security risk assessments for systems, applications, networks, infrastructure, facilities, projects, and third-party vendors
  • Identify, evaluate, and communicate security risks while providing actionable recommendations for mitigation and remediation
  • Prepare and present risk assessment reports to support business decisions, risk acceptance processes, and executive-level discussions
  • Manage third-party and vendor security assessments, including contract and security control reviews
  • Analyze emerging threats and incorporate threat intelligence into risk evaluations to identify potential exposures
  • Support Information Security Management System (ISMS) activities through control reviews, testing, evidence validation, and maturity assessments
  • Partner with business, technology, and security stakeholders to provide guidance on security requirements, policies, and risk management practices
  • Deliver security risk consultation and education to various business units and project teams
  • Evaluate security controls and recommend improvements to reduce organizational risk
  • Assist in driving policy compliance, audit readiness, and continuous risk management program enhancements
Qualifications
Required
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • 5+ years of professional experience in information security, cybersecurity, risk management, governance, compliance, or related disciplines
  • Experience conducting information security risk assessments and communicating findings to business and technical stakeholders
  • Understanding of information security principles, controls, and industry best practices
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present complex topics to both technical and non-technical audiences
  • Experience building relationships across cross-functional teams and influencing risk-related decisions
Preferred
  • Experience in Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) programs
  • Knowledge of third-party risk management and vendor security assessments
  • Familiarity with security frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, or similar standards
  • Experience with cloud security environments, including AWS
  • Understanding of networking, infrastructure security, operating systems, databases, and identity/access management concepts
  • Exposure to SaaS security assessments
  • Knowledge of emerging technologies and security considerations, including AI-related risk
What Makes a Strong Candidate
  • Demonstrated ability to perform comprehensive risk assessments and translate findings into business-focused recommendations
  • Experience balancing security requirements with operational and business objectives
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to effectively prioritize competing initiatives in a fast-paced environment
  • Collaborative mindset with a customer-service approach to internal stakeholders
  • Confidence presenting risk concepts and recommendations to leadership teams
Why Apply
  • Opportunity to support security initiatives within a globally recognized organization
  • Exposure to enterprise-scale information security and risk management programs
  • Collaborative environment working closely with security, technology, and business leaders
  • Career growth within a mature and evolving cybersecurity organization
If you or someone you know is interested in this Information Security Risk Management Specialist role in Reston, VA, please apply today!
Benefit offerings for full-time employment include medical, dental, vision, term life and AD&D insurance, short-term and long-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits, wellness plans, and a 401k plan or a nonqualified deferred compensation plan. Available paid leave includes Personal Time Off (PTO) on an accrual basis. PTO and holiday hours are prorated based on hire date within the calendar year.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Pay Details: $60.00 to $75.00 per hour
Search managed by: Krysti Ellis
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.