Virtual Information Security Policy Specialist

Virtual Information Security Policy Specialist (Remote)

Secure Digital Systems from Anywhere

Step into a pivotal role as a Virtual Information Security Policy Specialist, where you’ll define and enforce policies that safeguard modern digital ecosystems. If you're looking for a flexible role that blends risk governance, regulatory alignment, and cybersecurity policy design, this work-from-home opportunity is tailored for you. You’ll lead enterprise-wide efforts to reduce threats, build trust, and advance security maturity through strategic documentation and standards enforcement. Collaborating virtually across industries, your expertise will shape robust frameworks aligned with data privacy mandates and compliance benchmarks.

Why This Remote Role Matters

Strategic Impact on Global Cybersecurity

• Influence key cybersecurity directives across global organizations
• Advance compliance strategies that mitigate risk and protect critical data

Collaborative and Technical Integration

• Partner with IT, legal, compliance, and security teams in diverse environments
• Strengthen hybrid cloud operations via policy-based governance

Remote Work Flexibility

• Embrace remote-first work while delivering measurable impact in the information governance domain.

Key Responsibilities

Policy Development and Oversight

Core Functions

• Draft, review, and maintain enterprise-wide security policy documentation
• Align policies with recognized frameworks such as ISO/IEC 27001, NIST CSF, SOC 2, and HIPAA
• Integrate evolving regulatory and technical controls into foundational standards

Threat Mitigation through Risk Strategy

Risk Management Practices

• Partner with risk and audit teams to ensure coverage against emerging cyber risks
• Recommend actionable remediation strategies grounded in incident trends and assessments.

Governance and Regulatory Compliance

Compliance Duties

• Maintain compliance mappings and control matrices used in security audits and evaluations.
• Support global privacy regulations like GDPR and CCPA through accurate documentation and audit preparedness.

Stakeholder Enablement and Collaboration

Engagement and Training

• Facilitate alignment between security policy and product development, vendor onboarding, and operational procedures.
• Lead policy awareness campaigns, employee enablement sessions, and internal communication initiatives

Framework Improvement and Agility

Continuous Optimization

• Monitor cybersecurity trends and legislative updates to adjust policies for continued relevance
• Conduct stakeholder reviews and feedback loops to refine governance models

What You’ll Bring

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or a closely related discipline
• 4+ years of experience in GRC (governance, risk, and compliance) or policy-based cybersecurity roles
• Knowledge of key regulatory frameworks and standards (NIST, ISO 27001, etc.)
• Strong written communication skills for policy documentation in cross-functional teams
• Experience with tools like ServiceNow GRC or RSA Archer for workflow and audit management
• Collaborative mindset and ability to translate technical security concepts into business-friendly language

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Expertise

• CISSP, CISA, CISM, or similar professional security certifications
• Familiarity with securing cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) within regulated industries
• Experience in third-party/vendor risk review protocols
• Exposure to agile or DevSecOps environments with continuous governance needs

Salary & Benefits

Compensation and Perks

• Annual Salary: USD 126,223
• Flexible scheduling and async work across time zones
• Generous paid leave and well-being benefits
• Health, dental, and vision insurance packages
• Learning stipends and certification budgets to stay ahead in the cybersecurity field
• Growth pathways in governance leadership and strategic security advisory

What Makes This Role Unique

Key Differentiators

• Fully remote with impact across regions and industries
• Proactively focus on security by design rather than reactive issue tracking
• Autonomy to drive key policy decisions and establish best practices
• Opportunity to embed ethical standards, privacy protections, and operational resilience into core business models

Where Do You Fit In

Ideal Candidate Traits

• Excel in policy-centric cybersecurity roles that demand accuracy and foresight
• Translate regulatory shifts into implementable security frameworks
• Thrive in asynchronous collaboration with cross-functional global teams
• See governance as a strategic asset in cybersecurity transformation

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re driven by structure, impact, and innovation in cybersecurity policy, this role offers a platform to lead and evolve global governance practices. Take your next step in cybersecurity leadership—apply for the Virtual Information Security Policy Specialist role today! Published on: Apr 24, 2025