Calance · 7 hours ago
Director of Information Security - 100% onsite
Irvine, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$180K/yr - $220K/yr
10+ years expCalance is seeking a Director of Information Security to establish and maintain the enterprise vision, strategy, and program for protecting information assets and technologies. This role involves leading a team of security professionals, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with various security frameworks and regulations.
SoftwareInformation Technology
Hiring Manager
Andy Ballantyne
Responsibilities
Develop and execute a comprehensive information security strategy aligned with business objectives, risk tolerance, and regulatory requirements
Present security posture, risks, and strategic recommendations to executive leadership and the board of directors on a regular cadence
Establish security metrics, KPIs, and reporting frameworks to measure the effectiveness of the security program
Manage the information security budget, ensuring cost-effective allocation of resources to high-impact initiatives
Oversee the design, implementation, and management of enterprise-wide security infrastructure, including firewalls, SIEM, endpoint detection, identity and access management, and cloud security
Direct the Security Operations Center (SOC) and ensure 24/7 monitoring, threat detection, and incident response capabilities
Lead the evaluation and deployment of emerging security technologies and tools to stay ahead of evolving threats
Ensure secure architecture practices are integrated into all technology initiatives, including cloud migrations, application development, and third-party integrations
Conduct enterprise-wide risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies to reduce exposure to cyber threats
Ensure organizational compliance with applicable regulations and frameworks such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, NIST CSF, HIPAA, GDPR, PCI-DSS, and CCPA
Manage internal and external security audits, penetration testing programs, and vulnerability management processes
Develop and maintain the business continuity and disaster recovery plans in partnership with IT and business leadership
Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing information security team, fostering professional development and succession planning
Design and deliver organization-wide security awareness training programs, phishing simulations, and education initiatives
Cultivate a security-first culture across all departments by partnering with HR, Legal, Engineering, and Operations
Serve as the primary point of contact for security incidents, coordinating response efforts and communicating with stakeholders
Oversee third-party risk management, including vendor security assessments, contract reviews, and ongoing monitoring
Manage relationships with managed security service providers (MSSPs), consultants, and technology vendors
Negotiate and oversee cyber insurance policies in coordination with legal and finance teams
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
10+ years of progressive experience in information security, with at least 5 years in a leadership or management role
Deep expertise in security frameworks and standards (NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, MITRE ATT&CK)
Demonstrated experience managing incident response, vulnerability management, and security operations at scale
Strong understanding of cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP), network security, application security, and identity management
Proven ability to communicate complex security concepts to non-technical audiences, including C-suite executives and board members
Experience managing security budgets of $1M+ and leading teams of 5 or more direct reports
Preferred
Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Business Administration, or a related discipline
Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC, or GSLC
Experience in highly regulated industries (financial services, healthcare, government, or critical infrastructure)
Familiarity with zero-trust architecture principles, DevSecOps practices, and AI/ML security considerations
Track record of building security programs from the ground up or leading significant security transformation initiatives
Experience with privacy regulations and data protection laws across multiple jurisdictions
Company
Calance
A CMMI Level 5 certified company offering IT services and solutions such as cloud, IT staffing, web & mobile development, and more.
501-1000 employees
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