FedRAMP Information System Security Officer / GRC Manager at IFS North America, Inc. – Itasca, Illinois

IFS is a billion-dollar revenue company with 7000+ employees on all continents. Our leading AI technology is the backbone of our award-winning enterprise software solutions, enabling our customers to be their best when it really mattersat the Moment of Service. Our commitment to internal AI adoption has allowed us to stay at the forefront of technological advancements, ensuring our colleagues can unlock their creativity and productivity, and our solutions are always cutting-edge.

At IFS, were flexible, were innovative, and were focused not only on how we can engage with our customers but on how we can make a real change and have a worldwide impact. We help solve some of societys greatest challenges, fostering a better future through our agility, collaboration, and trust.

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By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to be part of a global, diverse environment; you will be joining a winning team with a commitment to sustainability; and a company where we get things done so that you can make a positive impact on the world.

Were looking for innovative and original thinkers to work in an environment where you can #MakeYourMoment so that we can help others make theirs. With the power of our AI-driven solutions, we empower our team to change the status quo and make a real difference.

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IFS is expanding secure cloud capabilities to support U.S. Federal Civilian agencies, DoD, and the Defense Industrial Base.

Responsibilities:

• Support ongoing FedRAMP authorization including SSP, POA&M, evidence, and 3PAO coordination.
• Manage and oversee NIST SP 800-53 compliance.
• Oversee continuous monitoring, vulnerabilities, incidents.
• Collaborate cross-functionally across various IFS teams.
• Lead future FedRAMP system readiness.
• Serve as a primary liaison with 3PAO during annual assessments.
• Track and remediate findings within FedRAMP SLAs (30/90/180 days).
• Develop and maintain security policies and procedures.
• Support customer security questionnaires and audits.

Success Criteria:

• Achieve FedRAMP ATO.
• Maintain high compliance posture.
• Enable scalable governance for Defense programs.

Travel:

• Up to 10% travel for assessments and agency meetings

Required Qualifications:

• 6+ years in ISSO, GRC, cybersecurity.
• Expertise with FedRAMP, NIST SP 800-53, CMMC.
• Experience with SSPs and security documentation.
• Familiarity with AWS and Azure Gov Cloud.
• U.S. Citizenship.
• Strong documentation and technical writing skills
• Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• DoD IL4/IL5 or DIB experience.
• Certifications (CISSP, CISM, CISA, CAP, CCSP).
• Experience with vulnerability scanning tools (Nessus, Qualys, ZAP, etc.)
• Background in SaaS or cloud service provider environments

What Were Offering

• Salary Range: $150,000 to $200,000 USD + bonus potential
• Flexible paid time off, including sick and holiday
• Medical, dental, & vision insurance
• 401K with Company contribution
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance and disability benefits
• Tuition assistance
• Community involvement and volunteering events

M/F/Disabled/Vet VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We are a Drug-Free Workplace. Interested candidates should apply at: www.ifs.com/about/careers-at-ifs

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Equal Opportunity Employer