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Information Security and Compliance Specialist

CAI
CAI Salary
Columbia, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 6/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/25/2026
Req Number

R7995

Employment Type

Full time

Worksite Flexibility

Remote

Who We Are

CAI is a global services firm with over 9,000 associates worldwide and a yearly revenue of $1.3 billion . We have over 40 years of excellence in uniting talent and technology to power the possible for our clients, colleagues, and communities. As a privately held company, we have the freedom and focus to do what is right—whatever it takes. Our tailor-made solutions create lasting results across the public and commercial sectors, and we are trailblazers in bringing neurodiversity to the enterprise.

Job Summary

We are looking for a motivated Information Security and Compliance Specialist ready to take us to the next level! If you have a strong working knowledge of NIST 800-53, experience with POA&M or CAP, and proficiency in using GRC tools like Archer, apply now.

Job Description

We are looking for an Information Security and Compliance Specialist to support the development and tracking of infosec implementation plans, assess agency documentation for compliance, and create formal processes and procedures. This position will be a full-time contract and remote.

Only work authorizations that will not require sponsorship now or in the future will be considered.

What You’ll Do

  • Interview business and technical owners to determine policies and procedures for agency processes
  • Develop and track progress on infosec implementation plans
  • Document information gathered during interviews and document reviews to assist with formal process and procedure development
  • Assess agency documentation to ensure adequate approaches are used to comply with controls

Required

What You'll Need

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field
  • 10 Years of Experience in Information Security and Compliance
  • 2 Years of Experience with security audits based on a standard control set as an auditor or responding information system security officer
  • Strong Working Knowledge of NIST 800-53 (2 Years of Experience)
  • Prior Experience with POA&M or CAP
  • Strong Communication Skills
  • Experience Using a GRC Tool (Archer or Similar) (3 Years of Experience)

Preferred

  • Completion of an information security plan or system security plan notebook
  • Ability to manage multiple infosec work efforts simultaneously
  • Knowledge of IRS 1075, HIPAA, CJIS, MARS-E, and/or PCI-DSS
  • Government sector experience

Physical Demands

  • Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state, and local standards
  • Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitor
  • Must be able to communicate with customers/team members over the phone and in person
  • Sedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetings, etc.

Reasonable accommodation statement

If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employment selection process, please direct your inquiries to application.accommodations@cai.io or (888) 824 – 8111.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of Computer Aid, Inc.(CAI) not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or because he or she is a protected veteran. It is also the policy of CAI to take affirmative action to employ and to advance in employment, all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.

Employees and applicants of CAI will not be subject to harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or because he or she is a protected veteran. Additionally, retaliation, including intimidation, threats, or coercion, because an employee or applicant has objected to discrimination, engaged or may engage in filing a complaint, assisted in a review, investigation, or hearing or have otherwise sought to obtain their legal rights under any Federal, State, or local EEO law is prohibited.

$55 - $58 per hour

The pay range for this position is listed above. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including location, experience, and education. Benefit packages include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as 401k retirement account access. Employees in this role may also be entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.

Salary : $55 - $58

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