Remote Security Researcher Jobs in Madison, WI (NOW HIRING)

Introduction
The Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA), Division of Enterprise Services, has an opening for an IS Technical Services Consultant/Admin position to serve as the department's Chief Information Security Officer (CISO).
This position may be headquartered in either Madison or King, WI. The Madison headquarter location is the Wisconsin Revenue Building . The King headquarter location is the Wisconsin Veterans Home at King . These positions work under a flexible hybrid work schedule that allows for up to 90% remote work.
WDVA employees have access to an excellent comprehensive benefit and compensation package ; this includes paid time off so you can truly have a work/life balance! Our competitive benefits package also includes:

• Substantial leave time , including at least 3.5 weeks of paid time off to start, 9 paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year.
• Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits .
• An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.

Employees may also be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness . To learn more about the total value of the benefits available to employees, please visit our Total Rewards Calculator . Click here to see what working for the State of Wisconsin is all about!
The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a talented and diverse workforce . Veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified Veterans with a 30%-or-more service-connected disability are eligible for non-competitive appointment to permanent positions in the classified civil service under §230.275, WI. Stats. Please refer to the How to Apply section of this announcement for more information about applying under this provision.
Position Summary
The CISO advises agency personnel on IT security related issues, develops security policies and procedures, and is responsible for ensuring WDVA IT initiatives and operations conform to established security policies and standards.
This incumbent advises staff in designing and implementing security software tools and processes that support security policies, acts as the agency's technical expert for security problem resolution, and is responsible for analyzing and determining issues, solutions and alternatives.
This position also serves as a liaison to the Department of Administration on enterprise information security issues and represents WDVA on teams providing input and direction for policies, standards and strategies.
To view the complete position description, click here .
Salary Information
The starting salary for this position is between $55.00 - $59.00 an hour ($114,400 - $122,720 annually). The IS Technical Services Consultant/Admin classification is in pay schedule and range 07-32.
Salaries are dependent on candidate qualifications. Compensation for current State employees may vary and will be set in accordance with the State Compensation Plan.
Job Details
This position is eligible to work up to 90% remotely. Remote work is to be performed in the State of Wisconsin. High speed internet access is a requirement of remote work. Remote work options are subject to change based on business needs.
Due to the nature of this position's duties, candidates will be subject to a criminal background check prior to appointment.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship) at the time of application. WDVA does not sponsor work or student visas, either at time of hire or at any later time.
This position may occasionally require work schedule changes to resolve problems affecting WDVA operations which includes working outside of standard business hours.
A twelve-month probationary period may be required.
Employment at the Wisconsin Veterans Home at King is contingent upon passing a pre-employment tuberculosis (TB) skin test.
Qualifications
Minimally qualified candidates will have experience with:

• Identifying and managing information security risks, vulnerabilities, threats and incidents; and
• Configuring and administering security platforms for an organization; and
• Creating and monitoring security policies, procedures and controls; and
• Conducting security audits of systems and major systems modifications to ensure that appropriate and adequate security measures have been implemented.

Well qualified candidates will also have experience with:

• Information security management best practices and frameworks; or
• Driving organization-wide strategic and operational cybersecurity vision, strategy, policy or compliance; or
• Researching and analyzing new and emerging technologies and recommending changes and opportunities for improvement; or
• All aspects of information technology planning, development and implementation (systems administration, cloud-based infrastructure system, end user applications, remote and hybrid working environment, telecommunications, database administration, encryption, etc.).

How To Apply
To be considered for this position, you must complete the online application. For instructions, refer to the following link: Applying to State Service . A current resume and letter of qualifications must be attached to the online application.
Your letter of qualifications and resume are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. For instructions on developing your resume and letter of qualifications for your application and what should be included in these materials, click here .
Submitted materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to an interview.
Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer, voluntary demotion, or reinstatement) should complete the application process as described above by the stated deadline.
The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program.
Questions can be directed to Kevin Roberts at kevin.roberts@wisconsin.gov or (608) 267-7297.
Deadline to Apply
All application materials must be received by 11:59 PM on July 20, 2026.