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Remote Cybersecurity Lead jobs are in strong demand across the U.S., with remote-first firms, distributed enterprise teams, and companies in technology, finance, and healthcare actively hiring for this role. Employers hiring remotely right now include UGI, BlackRock, and KAPS Solutions. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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ERP International, LLC (www.erpinternational.com) is currently seeking a Full Time Cybersecurity Governance and Risk Management (GRC) Lead to support the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Qualified candidates are urged to apply to learn more about this great opportunity! The successful candidate will provide strategic and operational support across cybersecurity program management, control assessments, continuous monitoring, audit readiness, risk analysis, policy development, and stakeholder engagement activities in highly regulated environments.
Be the Best! ERP International is honored to be named a 2026 Top Workplace by WTOP News! 7 Years Running.
ERP Offers Employees:
- Competitive Salaries & Benefits to include Health, Dental, Vision and Retirement!
- Health Advocate & Concierge Services!
- Unlimited Job- Related Training & Development!
- Employee Recognition & Incentive Programs!
- Employee Appreciation & Company Sponsored Events!
- Opportunity to work with leading edge technology!
- Community Outreach & Charity Work!
Connect With Us! Apply online today and discover more about this exceptional employment opportunity. www.erpinternational.com
ERP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
ERP International is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.
Pay Range: $165,000 – $210,000
The salary range for this position is determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, experience, qualifications, skill level, and location. The final salary offer will fall within this range and will be commensurate with the candidate’s background and the specific demands of the role.
About ERP International, LLC: ERP is a nationally respected provider of health, science, and technology solutions supporting clients in the government and commercial sectors. We provide comprehensive enterprise information technology, strategic sourcing, and management solutions to DoD and federal civilian agencies in 40 states. Founded in 2006, ERP is headquartered in Laurel, MD and maintains satellite offices in Montgomery, AL and San Antonio, TX - plus project locations nationwide.
- Support enterprise cybersecurity governance and compliance programs.
- Conduct security control assessments and risk analyses.
- Review and maintain security authorization documentation.
- Support implementation of NIST, FISMA, and agency cybersecurity requirements.
- Assist with continuous monitoring, vulnerability management, and remediation tracking.
- Develop executive reports, dashboards, and risk briefings.
- Participate in audit readiness and compliance activities.
- Coordinate with technical teams, security stakeholders, and executive leadership.
- Evaluate cybersecurity processes and recommend improvements.
- Support cybersecurity modernization and transformation initiatives.
- 7+ years of cybersecurity, governance, compliance, auditing, risk management, or related experience.
- 3+ years leading governance, compliance, risk management, or cybersecurity oversight activities.
- Experience supporting federal, healthcare, defense, financial services, or other highly regulated environments.
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Experience with:
- NIST Risk Management Framework
- Enterprise Risk Management
- Cybersecurity Governance
- Compliance Assessments
- Audit Readiness
- Policy Development
- Security Metrics and Reporting
- Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Public Policy, Business Administration, Computer Science, or related discipline.
Desired Certifications
- One or more of the following:
- CISSP
- CISM
- CRISC
- CGRC
- CISA
- PMP
- ITIL
- Security+
- Experience supporting enterprise cybersecurity transformation initiatives.
- Experience working with executive governance organizations or leadership councils.
- Experience supporting privacy programs or data governance initiatives.
- Experience developing cybersecurity maturity assessments and improvement roadmaps.
- Experience supporting cloud governance, Zero Trust, or enterprise modernization efforts.
- Experience supporting large-scale federal technology or business transformation programs.
- Must be able to obtain a government publc trust Clearance/background check
Standard Interview & Selection Process:
- Recruiter Pre-Screen
- If selected, Interview with Hiring Manager and/or Technical Lead
ERP International, LLC (www.erpinternational.com) is currently seeking a Full Time Cybersecurity Governance and Risk Management (GRC) Lead to support the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Qualified candidates are urged to apply to learn more about this great opportunity! The successful candidate will provide strategic and operational support across cybersecurity program management, control assessments, continuous monitoring, audit readiness, risk analysis, policy development, and stakeholder engagement activities in highly regulated environments.
Be the Best! ERP International is honored to be named a 2026 Top Workplace by WTOP News! 7 Years Running.
ERP Offers Employees:
- Competitive Salaries & Benefits to include Health, Dental, Vision and Retirement!
- Health Advocate & Concierge Services!
- Unlimited Job- Related Training & Development!
- Employee Recognition & Incentive Programs!
- Employee Appreciation & Company Sponsored Events!
- Opportunity to work with leading edge technology!
- Community Outreach & Charity Work!
Connect With Us! Apply online today and discover more about this exceptional employment opportunity. www.erpinternational.com
ERP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
ERP International is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.
Pay Range: $165,000 – $210,000
The salary range for this position is determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, experience, qualifications, skill level, and location. The final salary offer will fall within this range and will be commensurate with the candidate’s background and the specific demands of the role.
About ERP International, LLC: ERP is a nationally respected provider of health, science, and technology solutions supporting clients in the government and commercial sectors. We provide comprehensive enterprise information technology, strategic sourcing, and management solutions to DoD and federal civilian agencies in 40 states. Founded in 2006, ERP is headquartered in Laurel, MD and maintains satellite offices in Montgomery, AL and San Antonio, TX - plus project locations nationwide.
- Support enterprise cybersecurity governance and compliance programs.
- Conduct security control assessments and risk analyses.
- Review and maintain security authorization documentation.
- Support implementation of NIST, FISMA, and agency cybersecurity requirements.
- Assist with continuous monitoring, vulnerability management, and remediation tracking.
- Develop executive reports, dashboards, and risk briefings.
- Participate in audit readiness and compliance activities.
- Coordinate with technical teams, security stakeholders, and executive leadership.
- Evaluate cybersecurity processes and recommend improvements.
- Support cybersecurity modernization and transformation initiatives.
- 7+ years of cybersecurity, governance, compliance, auditing, risk management, or related experience.
- 3+ years leading governance, compliance, risk management, or cybersecurity oversight activities.
- Experience supporting federal, healthcare, defense, financial services, or other highly regulated environments.
-
Experience with:
- NIST Risk Management Framework
- Enterprise Risk Management
- Cybersecurity Governance
- Compliance Assessments
- Audit Readiness
- Policy Development
- Security Metrics and Reporting
- Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Public Policy, Business Administration, Computer Science, or related discipline.
Desired Certifications
- One or more of the following:
- CISSP
- CISM
- CRISC
- CGRC
- CISA
- PMP
- ITIL
- Security+
- Experience supporting enterprise cybersecurity transformation initiatives.
- Experience working with executive governance organizations or leadership councils.
- Experience supporting privacy programs or data governance initiatives.
- Experience developing cybersecurity maturity assessments and improvement roadmaps.
- Experience supporting cloud governance, Zero Trust, or enterprise modernization efforts.
- Experience supporting large-scale federal technology or business transformation programs.
- Must be able to obtain a government publc trust Clearance/background check
Standard Interview & Selection Process:
- Recruiter Pre-Screen
- If selected, Interview with Hiring Manager and/or Technical Lead
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Energy
- Technology & Software
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote cybersecurity lead jobs.
- Seven or more years of progressive cybersecurity experience with at least two in a leadership role
- Hands-on proficiency with SIEM platforms such as Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, or IBM QRadar
- Active CISSP, CISM, or equivalent enterprise security certification
- Experience developing and maintaining security policies aligned to NIST, ISO 27001, or SOC 2 frameworks
- Proven ability to lead incident response efforts and manage post-incident reviews
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information security, or a closely related field
Tips for Your Remote Cybersecurity Lead Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote cybersecurity lead openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your experience and apply directly. Remote postings move fast, and early applications reach hiring managers before a shortlist forms.
Document your remote security leadership evidence
Remote employers cannot observe how you lead day to day, so your application materials must do that work. Include written samples of security policies, incident post-mortems, or risk assessment frameworks you authored. Concrete documentation proves independent leadership better than a job title alone.
Sharpen your async written communication skills
Distributed security teams run on written communication. Practice translating technical risk findings into clear, decision-ready memos or Slack-style updates for non-technical stakeholders. Interviewers for remote roles often assess writing ability directly, sometimes through a take-home scenario.
Target remote-first companies with distributed teams
Remote-first organizations already have the tooling and culture for remote security leadership, so the onboarding friction is lower. Look for companies that publicly describe distributed engineering or security teams, since they are more likely to offer genuine remote flexibility rather than a temporary remote arrangement.
Remote Cybersecurity Lead Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote cybersecurity lead job?
Remote cybersecurity lead roles go to candidates who can demonstrate self-direction and communicate security risk clearly in writing, since distributed teams rely on async documentation rather than hallway conversations. Remote employers screen hard for experience leading incident response and vulnerability programs without in-person oversight. Certifications like CISSP or CISM strengthen your profile, and a portfolio of documented security initiatives, policy frameworks, or audit outcomes gives you a concrete edge.
Which companies hire remote cybersecurity leads?
Employers currently hiring remote cybersecurity leads include UGI, BlackRock, and KAPS Solutions, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Remote-first software companies, distributed financial services firms, and healthcare technology organizations are among the most active sectors for this role.
Can you get a remote cybersecurity lead job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level cybersecurity lead roles are harder to land because remote employers expect early self-sufficiency with minimal onboarding. Smaller remote-first companies and managed security service providers are more open to emerging talent. Candidates can open doors by contributing to open-source security projects, earning recognized certifications, and showing documented examples of leading even small security initiatives independently.
Do you need a degree for remote cybersecurity lead jobs?
Not always. Remote employers weigh hands-on security experience, certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CompTIA Security+, and a demonstrable record of leading security programs over a formal degree. Strong written communication skills and the ability to document risk decisions clearly also carry significant weight, since remote cybersecurity leads must convey complex security posture to distributed stakeholders without in-person meetings.
Which industries hire the most remote cybersecurity leads?
Most remote cybersecurity lead openings sit in Energy and Technology & Software, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors hire cybersecurity leads remotely because their distributed teams and sensitive data environments require dedicated security leadership that can operate effectively across time zones and locations.
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