We’re looking for a Director of Cybersecurity to join our team and help elevate our security team and program to the next level. The ideal candidate for the role will be a passionate, team-oriented, servant leader who can lead day-to-day operations, help shape the organization’s strategic direction, and, when needed, provide tactical operational support to the team.
This person must be mission and values-driven, must have an ownership mentality, and must put the well-being of our customers, our teammates, and our organization at the forefront of how they operate. This person must be able to operate and thrive in a dynamic, high-growth startup environment with established Cybersecurity, GRC, and IT teams and programs within the Office of the CISO.
This is a critical, high-impact role that will serve as a catalyst for growth for any seasoned cybersecurity and technology leader up to the challenge. The Director of Cybersecurity is the senior operational leader overseeing this critical area of the organization. This position operates within the Office of the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and reports directly to the CISO. The director is responsible for the daily operational leadership and management of the company’s enterprise cybersecurity, information security, and related programs. Additionally, they ensure the effective governance of security risks necessary to manage organizational risk, maintain compliance with relevant requirements, implement resilient and secure IT systems, and prioritize security, privacy, and customer trust throughout the organization.
Responsibilities:
- Provides technical leadership and support
- Drives security maturity throughout the organization
- Drives security maturity throughout the software development lifecycle
- Supports the development and management of roadmaps, organizational strategies, budgets, metrics, and related processes.
- Ensures that Obsidian stays in compliance with relevant regulatory, compliance, and contractual requirements.
- Supports the CISO with customer-facing activities, such as brand evangelism, sales support, customer relations, and thought leadership.
- Develops, maintains, and publishes up-to-date security policies, standards, and guidelines.
- Maintains the organizational risk register, controls register, and related documents.
- Supports GRC in overseeing and guiding the organization through required compliance activities and audits, such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, ISO 27701, and similar standards and frameworks.
Employee Benefits
Our competitive benefits packages are designed to support our employees' well-being, both at work and at home. Our US based employees enjoy:
- Competitive compensation with equity and 401k
- Comprehensive healthcare with dental and vision coverage
- Flexible paid time off and paid holiday time off
- 12 weeks of new parent or family leave
- Personal and professional development resources
For more details on our US benefits, or for information on our international benefits, please see here.
Pay Transparancy
Please note that the base pay range is a guideline and for candidates who receive an offer, the base pay will vary based on factors such as work location, as well as the knowledge, skills and experience of the candidate. In addition to a competitive base salary, this position is eligible for equity awards and may be eligible for sales commission or incentive compensation based on the role or function within the company.
At Obsidian, we are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and hire for talent, passion, and compassion. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to submit satisfactory proof of identity and legal authorization. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please contact [email protected]
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Obsidian Security Newport Beach, California, USA Office
680 Newport Center, Newport Beach, CA, United States, 92660
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