Security Assurance Lead (AI)

TL;DR

Security Assurance Lead (Cybersecurity/GRC): Driving assurance programs across public sector and commercial business with an accent on FedRAMP, DoD SRG, and NIST frameworks. Focus on leading security risk management A&A processes, coordinating with 3PAOs, and delivering region-specific authorizations for AI infrastructure.

Location: Washington, DC

Salary: $213,600 - $267,000 USD

Company

hirify.global provides the high-quality data and infrastructure required for companies and governments to build large-hirify.global foundation AI models.

What you will do

• Lead public sector compliance programs including FedRAMP HIGH, DoD SRG, NIST 800-53/800-171, and CMMC, owning ATO packages and certification timelines.
• Oversee Security Risk Management A&A processes, including cloud system risk assessments, POAM development, and vulnerability management.
• Drive cross-functional control implementation by partnering with product, engineering, security, operations, and legal teams.
• Manage relationships with external auditors, assessors, and regulatory bodies to achieve and sustain compliance.
• Maintain system security documentation and GRC tooling, utilizing eMASS or Xacta during monitoring phases.
• Expand the certification portfolio including SOC 2, ISO 27001, ISO 42001, and ISO 9001.

Requirements

• Active US Top Secret security clearance.
• Minimum IAT Level 2 certification (Security+, CASP, or similar).
• 7+ years of experience in security compliance, technology audit, GRC, or cloud security.
• Hands-on experience with FedRAMP, DoD Cloud Computing SRG, and NIST frameworks.
• Ability to translate business and technical risk for leadership communication.
• Experience assessing cloud architecture (AWS, Azure, or GCP) against compliance requirements.

Nice to have

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Accounting, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, CCSP, or ISO Lead Auditor.
• Previous experience working within a high-growth technology company.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement benefits and a learning and development stipend.
• Generous PTO and commuter stipend.
• Equity compensation based on role eligibility.