Director, Cyber Security

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Washington.

📋 Description

• Build, lead, and expand a high-performing cybersecurity organization.

• Set organizational priorities, operational models, and accountability frameworks.

• Foster and maintain a culture of continuous learning within the cybersecurity function.

• Drive succession planning and develop a long-term talent strategy.

• Own and continuously enhance the enterprise cybersecurity strategy.

• Establish and report on KPIs, metrics, and maturity models to assess program effectiveness.

• Act as a key advisor to VP-level leadership.

• Supervise the development and governance of enterprise cybersecurity policies and standards.

• Promote ongoing optimization of cybersecurity investments.

• Oversee the enterprise-wide cyber risk management strategy.

⛳️ Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a closely related field. Equivalent professional experience may be accepted.

• At least fifteen (15) years of progressive experience in cybersecurity, information security, or related technical fields.

• A minimum of seven (7) years of progressive leadership experience, including direct management of managers within a cybersecurity or technology function.

• Demonstrated experience in leading enterprise-scale cybersecurity programs and influencing VP-level stakeholders.

• Proven ability to balance strategic planning with operational execution in a complex and dynamic environment.

• Extensive background in securing IT infrastructure, managing vulnerability programs, and leading incident response efforts.

• Experience with implementing and managing security frameworks such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, or CIS benchmarks.

• Strong knowledge of network security, cloud security platforms, and enterprise security operations tools (SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR).

• Experience in identity management, system hardening, and techniques for mitigating emerging threats.

• Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and the secure software development lifecycle (SDLC).

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• 401k

• Flexible spending account

• Paid sick leave and paid time off

• Parental leave

• Quarterly performance bonus

• Training

• Career growth and education reimbursement programs