JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field strongly preferred.
• CISSP, CISM, CIPT or other Security Certification required.
• 10+ years of expert-level experience in cybersecurity, privacy, AI governance, or cyber law, with 5+ years experience in managing Security Team.
• Excellent organization, communication, and motivational skills with an attention to detail.
• Demonstrated success in cybersecurity program development and staff training/awareness aligned to NIST CSF, SP 800-53, ISO 27001/27701, and NIST AI RMF.
• Demonstrated Knowledge of emerging AI regulations (EU AI Act, US AI Bill of Rights, etc.).
• Experience in facilitation bringing end users to appropriate solutions involving an appropriate balance between end user requirements and risk minimization.
• A self-starter attitude and strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively and ability to interact with people at all levels.
• Solid understanding of Privacy regulations, data management practices and IT systems.
• Understanding of large-scale System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) in addition to experience with implementation, integration, interfaces, data use mapping and flow design.
• Experience in using efficient methodologies/frameworks, such as Agile and NIST or ISO.

AI RISK, GOVERNANCE & ENHANCED CYBERSECURITY

Applies NIST AI RMF and ISO/IEC 42001 to ensure safe and ethical AI Adoption. Anticipates AI-related risks (bias, adversarial attacks, model drift). Leverages AI tools for threat detection and privacy while mitigating risks.
Innovation/ Foresight
Anticipates future risks including AI-driven attacks, deepfakes, and quantum threats.
Evaluates UWW work processes, products and systems. Promotes ways to continuously improve them. Encourages and guides others to consider alternatives to current
Accountability/Results Orientation
Takes ownership of work and outcomes achieved, selecting the best work approach, while delivering against commitments, models ethical integrity. Is accountable for the achievement of assigned work projects. Collaborates with others to establish work project parameters, desired results/outcomes, and resource requirements. Keeps team leader(s) informed on work progress and changes in work direction. Behaves ethically and honestly in all activities performed on behalf of UWW. Demonstrates a commitment to UWW’s values, including diversity and inclusiveness.
Decision-Making/Risk-Taking
Balances innovation, compliance, and risk minimization. Evaluates available information and recommends a course of action. Contributes own assessment of risks and implications of decisions in team decision-making efforts. Uses judgment appropriately in decision-making. Knows when to shift decision-making upwards.
Teamwork Collaboration
Builds trust across diverse stakeholders and adapts to change.Contributes to the achievement of team objectives by helping others to complete tasks on own initiative. s information/ideas with other team members. Carries out assigned work projects. Identifies ways to make a greater contribution to the team. Able to adapt quickly to changing conditions or performance expectations. Able to focus on assignments during periods of change and/or uncertainty.
Relationship Management
Develops partnerships to elevate organizational maturity. Utilizes rapport to build trust and collaboration with others. Identifies and s mutual benefits/needs in working together. Is ethical in dealing with others to achieve the desired results. Interacts and communicates with diverse stakeholders effectively. Fosters and maintains working relationships across the UW system.
Communications
Distills complex issues into actionable insights for technical and non-technical audiences. Expresses work issues and problems in a clear and concise manner. Communicates effectively with others up, down, and across the organization to achieve expected organization results. Gives and receives constructive feedback. Seeks direct input on team effectiveness and environment.
This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all required duties, responsibilities, and skills. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable disabled individuals to perform the essential functions of the job. You should be able to work on-site in the Alexandria, VA location; relocation assistance is not offered.

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

More than 10 years of experience

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL DUTIES OF POSITION

An individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed below at a satisfactory level:

OTHER DUTIES

• Interface with internal constituents and stakeholders to ensure technology products sufficiently support area divisions/departments at meeting their respective goals and objectives.
• Work with the Senior Vice President Technology to manage resources, including utilization of team resources, forecasting and budget management.
• Work with IT Leads to support broad UWW IT needs, planning and collaboration
• Document all aspects of project development and evolution through concise meeting notes, action items, and task management. Eliminate barriers in completion of projects and manage scope, including identifying issues and working with the resources and client on resolution plans.
• Must be able to multi-task and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment.
• Other duties as assigned.