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Cybersecurity career opportunity

Chief Information Security Officer

Posted by Drug Enforcement Administration

  • Arlington, Virginia
  • full-time
  • onsite
  • 08 November 2026

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Job information

Job information
Opportunity profile
EmployerDrug Enforcement Administration
LocationArlington, Virginia
Cybersecurity fieldCybersecurity Leadership
Job specialtyChief Information Security Officer
Employment typefull-time
Work arrangementonsite
Posted08 November 2026
Application deadline23 November 2026
CompensationUSD 151,661 – USD 228,000
Skills and qualifications
Experience levelexecutive
Required skillsInformation Technology Management
Security toolsAWS
Frameworks and standardsNIST
Visa sponsorshipNo

Job description

This position is located in the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Information System Division (TC) in Arlington, Virginia. The purpose of this position is to advise the Chief Information Officer (CIO) on the security oversight for all DEA information technology (IT) systems. The incumbent will direct cybersecurity policies, risk management, security engineering, incident response, and supply chain security programs for the DEA IT Enterprise. As a Chief Information Security Officer, your typical work assignments may include: Direct the design, formulation, and establishment of policies, procedures, standards, and systems regarding IT security, cybersecurity, and access to IT systems. Plans, directs, schedules, and supervises work performed and within the agency concerning the preparation and formulation of DEA-wide policy in the form of policies and procedures, which affect all areas of IT security, cybersecurity, and access to IT systems. Reviews and refines such policies and procedures to ensure compliance with existing authorities and applicability to the DEA environment. Serves as the source of authoritative…

Location

Arlington, Virginia

STRUCTURED JOB REQUIREMENTS

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  • Data securityRequired · Proficient
  • Incident responseRequired · Proficient
  • Security governanceRequired · Proficient
  • Security architectureRequired · Proficient
  • Security awareness and behaviorRequired · Proficient
  • Security policy developmentRequired · Proficient

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