The Director of Enterprise Security is a strategic and technical leadership role at F5, responsible for developing, executing, and sustaining the enterprise security strategy. This position safeguards systems, networks, and data across a global, dynamic environment through strong security architecture, operations, and compliance leadership.
What You'll Do
- Define, implement, and continuously improve the enterprise security strategy in alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
- Oversee enterprise-wide threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability management programs.
- Establish and evolve enterprise security architecture across endpoints, networks, SaaS, and cloud environments.
- Drive adoption of maturity models and frameworks (e.g., NIST CSF, CIS Benchmarks, ISO 27001) to strengthen overall security posture.
- Direct enterprise observability systems (SIEM, EDR, logging, telemetry) to ensure effective detection and response.
- Champion a culture of security awareness through training and communication across the enterprise.
- Oversee incident response lifecycle, including detection, triage, investigation, remediation, and post-incident reviews.
- Integrate strategic threat intelligence into detection and response workflows.
- Direct vulnerability management programs including CVE tracking, patch management, and risk-based prioritization.
- Drive automation and orchestration initiatives to increase efficiency in detection, response, and compliance reporting.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a global team of security professionals across security operations, architecture, and compliance.
- Foster strong partnerships with IT, Product, Engineering, and business teams to embed security into technology and business processes utilizing ITIL, ITSM, SDLC practices.
- Act as a key advisor to executive leadership on enterprise security risks, investments, and priorities.
- Represent enterprise security to executives, customers, and external stakeholders.
What We're Looking For
- 10+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity, including 5+ years leading enterprise security teams.
- Strong expertise in enterprise security architecture, security operations, vulnerability management, and GRC.
- Proven track record in leading large-scale incident response and enterprise threat management programs.
- In-depth knowledge of industry standards and frameworks (NIST CSF, ISO 27001, CIS, FedRAMP, PCI DSS, SOX).
- Experience managing security across hybrid environments (on-premises, SaaS, and cloud platforms).
- Exceptional communication and leadership skills with the ability to influence at executive and board levels.
Nice to Have
- Experience working in a high-growth technology company or regulated industry.
- Background in leading Zero Trust or large-scale enterprise security transformation initiatives.
- Security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or equivalent.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or related field.
- Manufacturing experience is a plus.
Technical Stack
- NIST CSF
- CIS Benchmarks
- ISO 27001
- SIEM
- EDR
- Logging
- Telemetry
- ITIL
- ITSM
- SDLC
- FedRAMP
- PCI DSS
- SOX
Team & Environment
- Lead a global team focused on security operations, architecture, and compliance.
- Reports to the VP of Infrastructure & Security.
Benefits & Compensation
- Incentive compensation
- Bonus
- Restricted stock units
- Health benefits
- PTO
- Training
- Relocation (implied via remote/hybrid flexibility)
- Reasonable accommodations for candidates
Base salary range: $212,800.00 - $319,200.00. Additional compensation includes restricted stock units, incentive compensation, and bonus.
Work Mode
- Hybrid work model
- Options for Remote or Hybrid locations
- Remote/Hybrid flexibility offered
It is the policy of F5 to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and employment applicants without regard to unlawful considerations of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, sensory, physical, or mental disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable local, state, or federal laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, job assignment, compensation, promotion, benefits, training, discipline, and termination.
