Director, IT Security
Core
Define, operationalize, and govern enterprise security strategy in alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements to enable innovation and risk reduction.
Role type
Senior leadership IC security strategy director
Builds
Enterprise security operating models, strategic roadmaps, and governance frameworks
Domain
Enterprise cybersecurity, risk management, and regulatory compliance
Required skills
Security strategy design, enterprise transformation leadership, portfolio governance, executive communication, regulatory compliance, change management, stakeholder alignment, risk assessment, strategic planning, program management
Preferred skills
Master's degree in Cybersecurity/IS/MBA, CISSP/CISM/CRISC/CGEIT/PMP certifications, experience in highly regulated industries (healthcare, financial services), enterprise AI governance expertise
Technologies
Cloud platforms, AI/ML tools, automation frameworks, observability solutions, IAM, vulnerability management tools
Responsibilities
Define and execute multi-year security strategy and investment priorities; Design and lead enterprise security operating model and PMO capabilities; Develop executive and board-level communications on security posture and risk; Translate regulatory requirements into strategic roadmaps; Guide adoption of cloud, AI/ML, and automation technologies; Lead organizational change and build communities of practice
Seniority
Director, strategic leadership & executive advisory
