VP Chief Information Security Officer - 90212630 - Washington
Washington, DC, US, 20002
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Job Summary
Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to lead the cybersecurity strategy and risk management
functions for our national passenger rail organization. As a senior executive and key advisor to leadership
and the Board of Directors, the CISO will oversee the protection of enterprise systems, operational
technologies, rolling stock and customer/employee data, while ensuring alignment with both commercial
best practices, industry standards, regulatory compliance and federal mandates for critical infrastructure
security. This role demands strategic vision, technical depth, understanding of Operational Technology
(OT) Industry and deep familiarity associated with evolving federal cybersecurity directives, insider threat
mitigations and compliance with Presidential Policy Directives and related homeland security mandates,
policies and guidance. The role also serves as the HIPAA Security Officer responsible for ensuring that
an organization's Protected Health Information (PHI) is secure by developing and implementing policies,
procedures, and safeguards to protect electronic PHI (ePHI) from unauthorized access, loss, or breach.
Essential Functions
Define and lead the enterprise-wide cybersecurity strategy in alignment with the organization's
transportation mission, operational continuity, and national security priorities.
• Oversee the cybersecurity posture of both enterprise IT and mission-critical operational
technologies (OT), ensuring the security of connected systems, and driving secure adoption of
advanced and emerging technologies.
• Ensure full compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and directives by leading federal
cybersecurity reporting, audit readiness, and coordination during joint assessments or tabletop
exercises.
• Establish and oversee a comprehensive cyber risk management framework across the enterprise
and operational environments by also integrating insider threat detection, penetration testing and
mitigation into the broader risk management strategy.
• Lead the Cybersecurity Incident Response Team (Cyber Fusion Center) by ensuring readiness to
detect, respond to and recover from nation-state threats, criminal, ransomware, insider threats,
and supply chain attacks targeting transportation infrastructure.
• Serve as the liaison to Amtrak Police Department (APD), federal law enforcement, and Office of
Inspector General (OIG) as well as participate in national level cyber security exercises and
federal initiatives.
Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education, training and/or relevant experience.
• 20 + years of relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education, training and/or relevant experience.
• Plus 20+ years of relevant work experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Extensive experience in senior management roles overseeing information technology and
operational technology/security for large enterprises
• Strong management background with hands-on experience in security, audit, and risk
management
• Proven ability to support security team recommendations decisively
• Demonstrated capacity for effective stress management in dynamic environments
• Capable of designing, budgeting, and executing corporate cybersecurity strategies, consistently
delivering multiple initiatives on time and within budget. Can effectively communicate these
strategies to the Executive Leadership Team and the board of directors
• Excellent written and oral communication skills across all organizational levels
• Understanding of service design, delivery concepts, and control frameworks
• Solid organizational skills, capable of multitasking, prioritizing workloads, and delegating
responsibilities
• Ability to motivate teams and recognize their contributions
• Skilled in working effectively with diverse personalities, adapting approaches to reach and
develop teams while maintaining credibility
The salary/hourly range is $245,000.00 – $356,400.00. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. Depending on an employee’s assigned worksite or location, Amtrak may consider a geo-pay differential to be applied to the employee’s base salary. Amtrak may offer additional incentive and pay programs to recognize and reward our employees, including a short-term incentive bonus based upon factors such as individual and company performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.
| Health and Wellbeing | Financial and Retirement | Work and Family Life Support |
| Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance | 401K with Employer Match | Generous Paid Time Off |
| Wellness Programs | Railroad Retirement Benefits | Paid Caregiving Days and Backup Care |
| Health Savings Account | Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness | Fertility and Family Building Benefits |
| No-cost Personal Health Advocate | Student Loan Assistance | Adoption and Surrogacy Assistance |
| Medical Plan Opt-out Credit | Tuition and Education Reimbursement | Paid Family Leave |
| Life Insurance | Rail Pass Privileges | |
| Short- and Long-term Disability Insurance | Employee Assistance Program | |
| No-cost Financial Advisor Sessions | Commuter and Flexible Spending Accounts |
Learn more about our benefits offerings here.
Requisition ID:166513
Work Arrangement:06-Onsite 4/5 Days Click here for more information about work arrangements at Amtrak.
Relocation Offered:No
Travel Requirements:Up to 25%
You power our progress through your performance.
We want your work at Amtrak to be more than a job. We want your career at Amtrak to be a fulfilling experience where you find challenging work, rewarding opportunities, respect among colleagues, and attractive compensation. Amtrak maintains a culture that values high performance and recognizes individual employee contributions.
Amtrak is committed to a safe workplace free of drugs and alcohol. All Amtrak positions requires a pre-employment background check that includes prior employment verification, a criminal history check and a pre-employment drug screen.
Candidates who test positive for marijuana will be disqualified, regardless of any state or local statute, ordinance, regulation, or other law that legalizes or decriminalizes the use or possession of marijuana, whether for medical, recreational, or other use. Amtrak's pre-employment drug testing program is administered in accordance with DOT regulations and applicable law.
In accordance with DOT regulations (49 CFR § 40.25), Amtrak is required to obtain prior drug and alcohol testing records for applicants/employees intending to perform safety-sensitive duties for covered Department of Transportation positions. If an applicant/employee refuses to provide written consent for Amtrak to obtain these records, the individual will not be permitted to perform safety-sensitive functions.
In accordance with federal law governing security checks of covered individuals for providers of public transportation (Title 6 U.S.C. §1143), Amtrak is required to screen applicants for any permanent or interim disqualifying criminal offenses.
Note that any education requirement listed above may be deemed satisfied if you have an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Amtrak is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/color, to include traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and hairstyles such as braids, locks and twists, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions, such as lactation), national origin/ethnicity, disability (intellectual, mental and physical), veteran status, marital status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, genetic information, citizenship or any other personal characteristics protected by law.
