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Director of Security Operations

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Location
Remote - US
Posted
19 days ago
Department
Security
Salary
$205,000 - $230,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Experience leading Security Operations, Incident Response, Detection Engineering, Vulnerability Management, IAM, or related cybersecurity functions.
  • Hands-on experience implementing and operating security controls across cloud, infrastructure, applications, identity, endpoints, and networks.
  • Strong technical understanding of security analytics, detection engineering, exposure management, adversary emulation, and identity security.
  • Experience leading significant cybersecurity incidents and cross-functional response activities.
  • Experience implementing security automation and AI-assisted operational capabilities.
  • Strong leadership, mentoring, communication, and executive presentation skills.
Nice to have
  • Experience in cloud-native or large-scale distributed environments and familiarity with modern cybersecurity and AI-risk frameworks.
What the job really is

The Director of Security Operations is responsible for leading day-to-day cybersecurity operations, focusing on both traditional and AI-enabled environments. This role involves hands-on technical leadership, managing security monitoring, incident response, and vulnerability management, while also developing security talent and ensuring effective security measures are in place. The position requires collaboration with other security leaders and involves significant responsibilities during cybersecurity incidents.

Benefits
  • Healthcare for family, including dental and vision
  • Competitive compensation and 401K
  • RSU grants for full-time employees
  • ESPP program
  • Flexible vacation policy
  • Maternity & paternity leave
Things to weigh
  • Base pay range is provided but may vary based on multiple factors.
  • Role involves significant hands-on technical leadership, which may not suit candidates looking for purely strategic positions.
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