Remote Information Security Officer Jobs
Remote information security officer jobs are in active demand across the U.S., with remote-first firms and distributed teams hiring for these roles in sectors like financial services, healthcare technology, and enterprise software. Employers hiring remotely right now include Bakkt, Ntiva, and Gainwell Technologies. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Information Security Officer (ISO) - Washington DC
Any city, DC, US, 99999
Be part of a team that unleashes the power of leading-edge technologies to help improve the health and well-being of those most vulnerable in our country and communities. Working at Gainwell carries its rewards. You’ll have an incredible opportunity to grow your career in a company that values work flexibility, learning, and career development. You’ll add to your technical credentials and certifications while enjoying a generous, flexible vacation policy and educational assistance. We also have comprehensive leadership and technical development academies to help build your skills and capabilities.
Your role in our mission
- Lead Security operational governance activities
- Drive security remediation efforts and SLA/SLO adherence
- Compliance, operationally focused and security driven
- Ensuring delivery excellence in security tooling and business operations (Ensuring avoidance of non-performance / non-compliance leading to contractual penalties).
- Relationship management with Gainwell Technologies suppliers and the client.
- Presentation skills that invoke confidence and provide clear Gainwell messaging
- Create and maintain an account security plan for the selected account(s) and Products
- Manage and report security incidents from start to finish
- Manage audit preparation, facilitation and remediation
- Manage security risks and exceptions
- Ensure knowledge and implementation of security fundamentals, policies, and standards (regulatory and contractual)
- Escalate and resolve security issues
- Coordinate delivery of security metrics and reporting in support of contractual commitment
What we're looking for
- At least 10 years’ experience working in a risk management, audit, security, or technical delivery role
- Bachelor or master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Studies, Information Security (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
- Experience with and understanding of the security and auditing regulations
- Experience with audit and compliance programs, including leading audits and remediation efforts
- Experience with HIPAA, NIST, MARS-E/ARC-AMPE, and FedRAMP
- Excellent and effective communication skills
- Ability to work effectively in diverse, multi-national and virtual environments
- Self-motivated and tenacious
- Demonstrate sound judgment and integrity
- Ability to influence delivery personnel in the execution of security and compliance requirements
- Experience as a Security consultant, architect and/or engineer
- Experience in working with security management including information governance and compliance
- Deep understanding and working knowledge of information security industry best practices with hands on experience
- Experience of security processes and standards, in particular NIST 800-53 and/or ISO27001
- Knowledge of security audit and accreditation processes
- Ability to adapt to new security regimes.
- SIMM and SAM working compliance experience
What you should expect in this role
- Remote position (US only)
- Opportunities to travel through your work (0-10%)
- Video cameras must be used during all interviews, as well as during the initial week of orientation
- The deadline to submit applications for this posting is 8/30/2026
The pay range for this position is $101,300.00 - $144,700.00 per year, however, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. Put your passion to work at Gainwell. You’ll have the opportunity to grow your career in a company that values work flexibility, learning, and career development. All salaried, full-time candidates are eligible for our generous, flexible vacation policy, a 401(k) employer match, comprehensive health benefits, and educational assistance. We also have a variety of leadership and technical development academies to help build your skills and capabilities.
We believe nothing is impossible when you bring together people who care deeply about making healthcare work better for everyone. Build your career with Gainwell, an industry leader. You’ll be joining a company where collaboration, innovation, and inclusion fuel our growth. Learn more about Gainwell at our company website and visit our Careers site for all available job role openings.
Gainwell Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer, where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), age, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Gainwell Technologies defines “wages” and “wage rates” to include “all forms of pay, including, but not limited to, salary, overtime pay, bonuses, stock, stock options, profit sharing and bonus plans, life insurance, vacation and holiday pay, cleaning or gasoline allowances, hotel accommodations, reimbursement for travel expenses, and benefits.
Information Security Officer (ISO) - Washington DC
Any city, DC, US, 99999
Be part of a team that unleashes the power of leading-edge technologies to help improve the health and well-being of those most vulnerable in our country and communities. Working at Gainwell carries its rewards. You’ll have an incredible opportunity to grow your career in a company that values work flexibility, learning, and career development. You’ll add to your technical credentials and certifications while enjoying a generous, flexible vacation policy and educational assistance. We also have comprehensive leadership and technical development academies to help build your skills and capabilities.
Your role in our mission
- Lead Security operational governance activities
- Drive security remediation efforts and SLA/SLO adherence
- Compliance, operationally focused and security driven
- Ensuring delivery excellence in security tooling and business operations (Ensuring avoidance of non-performance / non-compliance leading to contractual penalties).
- Relationship management with Gainwell Technologies suppliers and the client.
- Presentation skills that invoke confidence and provide clear Gainwell messaging
- Create and maintain an account security plan for the selected account(s) and Products
- Manage and report security incidents from start to finish
- Manage audit preparation, facilitation and remediation
- Manage security risks and exceptions
- Ensure knowledge and implementation of security fundamentals, policies, and standards (regulatory and contractual)
- Escalate and resolve security issues
- Coordinate delivery of security metrics and reporting in support of contractual commitment
What we're looking for
- At least 10 years’ experience working in a risk management, audit, security, or technical delivery role
- Bachelor or master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Studies, Information Security (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
- Experience with and understanding of the security and auditing regulations
- Experience with audit and compliance programs, including leading audits and remediation efforts
- Experience with HIPAA, NIST, MARS-E/ARC-AMPE, and FedRAMP
- Excellent and effective communication skills
- Ability to work effectively in diverse, multi-national and virtual environments
- Self-motivated and tenacious
- Demonstrate sound judgment and integrity
- Ability to influence delivery personnel in the execution of security and compliance requirements
- Experience as a Security consultant, architect and/or engineer
- Experience in working with security management including information governance and compliance
- Deep understanding and working knowledge of information security industry best practices with hands on experience
- Experience of security processes and standards, in particular NIST 800-53 and/or ISO27001
- Knowledge of security audit and accreditation processes
- Ability to adapt to new security regimes.
- SIMM and SAM working compliance experience
What you should expect in this role
- Remote position (US only)
- Opportunities to travel through your work (0-10%)
- Video cameras must be used during all interviews, as well as during the initial week of orientation
- The deadline to submit applications for this posting is 8/30/2026
The pay range for this position is $101,300.00 - $144,700.00 per year, however, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. Put your passion to work at Gainwell. You’ll have the opportunity to grow your career in a company that values work flexibility, learning, and career development. All salaried, full-time candidates are eligible for our generous, flexible vacation policy, a 401(k) employer match, comprehensive health benefits, and educational assistance. We also have a variety of leadership and technical development academies to help build your skills and capabilities.
We believe nothing is impossible when you bring together people who care deeply about making healthcare work better for everyone. Build your career with Gainwell, an industry leader. You’ll be joining a company where collaboration, innovation, and inclusion fuel our growth. Learn more about Gainwell at our company website and visit our Careers site for all available job role openings.
Gainwell Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer, where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), age, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Gainwell Technologies defines “wages” and “wage rates” to include “all forms of pay, including, but not limited to, salary, overtime pay, bonuses, stock, stock options, profit sharing and bonus plans, life insurance, vacation and holiday pay, cleaning or gasoline allowances, hotel accommodations, reimbursement for travel expenses, and benefits.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote information security officer jobs.
- CISSP, CISM, or equivalent security certification strongly preferred or required
- Proven experience building or leading an information security program
- Deep knowledge of risk management frameworks such as NIST CSF or ISO 27001
- Familiarity with regulatory compliance requirements including SOX, HIPAA, or PCI-DSS
- Experience conducting or overseeing security audits and vulnerability assessments
- Bachelor's degree in information security, computer science, or a related field
Tips for Your Remote Information Security Officer Job Search
Show async security communication skills clearly
Remote information security officer roles depend on written communication for policy documentation, incident reports, and cross-team risk briefings. Include examples of security documentation, written risk assessments, or compliance summaries you have produced independently to demonstrate you can lead without in-person coordination.
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote information security officer openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly without sorting through location-filtered listings on general job boards.
Highlight remote-relevant security tools and frameworks
Employers hiring remotely prioritize candidates with direct experience in cloud security platforms, zero-trust architecture, and remote access control tools like VPN management and identity governance systems. Name the specific platforms you have worked with so hiring managers can match your skills to their distributed environment.
Prepare for distributed-team interview formats
Remote information security officer interviews often include written scenario exercises, asynchronous video responses, or multi-stage panel calls across time zones. Practice articulating your incident response process and governance approach in writing, not just verbally, since many remote teams use written assessments to evaluate judgment and communication before extending offers.
Remote Information Security Officer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote information security officer job?
Target companies that already run distributed security teams, because they have established workflows for remote governance, incident response, and compliance reviews. Remote employers screen for self-direction, clear asynchronous written communication, and hands-on experience with cloud security frameworks and remote access controls. Certifications like CISSP or CISM, paired with documented examples of managing risk programs independently, give candidates a clear edge.
Which companies hire remote information security officers?
Companies hiring remote information security officers right now include Bakkt, Ntiva, and Gainwell Technologies, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Remote-first technology firms, distributed financial services companies, and healthcare IT organizations are among the most consistent hirers of information security officers in fully remote arrangements.
Can you get a remote information security officer job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level information security officer roles are harder to land because employers expect you to manage security responsibilities independently without in-office supervision. Smaller remote-first startups and managed security service providers are more open to candidates early in their careers. Demonstrating hands-on lab work, relevant certifications, and strong written communication skills can open the door when direct experience is limited.
Do you need a degree for remote information security officer jobs?
Not always. Remote employers weigh certifications like CISSP, CISM, or CompTIA Security+, demonstrated experience securing cloud environments, and a record of managing compliance programs alongside or instead of a formal degree. Candidates who can show they have led security initiatives, written clear policy documentation, and worked effectively across remote teams often compete strongly regardless of their educational background.
Which industries hire the most remote information security officers?
Most remote information security officer openings sit in Technology & Software and Healthcare & Medical Services, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors hire information security officers remotely because their distributed teams require consistent oversight of access controls, compliance obligations, and incident response across geographically scattered workforces.
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