Datasite · 1 month ago
Head of Information Security & Privacy
USA - NY - New York City - BlueFlame AI
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$119K/yr - $207K/yr
5+ years expDatasite is a fast-growing SaaS company that specializes in managing sensitive data for clients worldwide. They are seeking a Head of Information Security & Privacy to enhance their security measures, implement effective controls, and ensure compliance with global privacy regulations while fostering a security-first culture.
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Responsibilities
Own and evolve the information security management system, maintaining SOC 2 Type II and leading the path to ISO 27001 certification
Implement and monitor security controls across AWS, including IAM, KMS, networking, and logging
Partner with engineering to embed security in the SDLC: threat modelling, secure coding, vulnerability management, and DevSecOps practices
Lead risk assessments, incident response, and vendor security reviews, ensuring timely and pragmatic remediation
Maintain and continuously improve security and privacy policies, aligning them with global regulations and client requirements
Support privacy compliance (GDPR, CCPA, and similar), including data mapping, retention, and cross-border transfer considerations
Oversee security reviews and due-diligence requests from clients, auditors, and partners
Stay ahead of emerging threats and regulatory changes, translating them into actionable guidance
Champion security awareness and training across the company
Qualification
Required
5–8 years' experience in information security, cloud security, or risk management, ideally within a SaaS environment
Solid knowledge of AWS security architecture and best practices
Experience embedding controls into a modern SDLC (e.g., CI/CD, GitHub Actions, IaC)
Working understanding of privacy and data protection frameworks (GDPR, CCPA, etc.)
Familiarity with generative AI / LLM architectures and associated security and data-governance risks
Strong communicator who can explain complex security issues in plain business terms
Commercial and pragmatic mindset — able to balance protection with agility
Hands-on, proactive, and comfortable working independently in a fast-moving environment
Preferred
Relevant certifications (AWS Security Specialty, CISSP, CISM, ISO 27001 Implementer, CIPP/E) a plus
Benefits
Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
A retirement savings plan
Paid time off
Other employee benefits
Company
Datasite
Datasite is a leading SaaS platform used by enterprises globally to execute complex, strategic projects.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2020-10-19Acquired
Leadership Team
Rusty Wiley
Chief Executive Officer
James Lehnhoff
Chief Technology Officer
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