Remote - United States; Atlanta, GA; Austin, TX; Chicago, IL; Dallas, TX; Los Angeles, CA; Miami, FL; Raleigh, NC Remote (Global) Full-time USD 150,000 – 190,000 / year

Directive is hiring a Director of IT Security (Remote US)

Responsibilities

  • Define and implement a scalable information security strategy and long-term security vision.
  • Create, enforce, and maintain enterprise-wide security policies, standards, and governance models.
  • Communicate cybersecurity risks, strategic recommendations, and performance metrics to senior executives.
  • Collaborate with department heads to embed security practices into business processes and strategic decisions.
  • Monitor emerging cybersecurity threats, AI-related risks, and evolving industry standards.
  • Conduct regular risk assessments across IT infrastructure, endpoints, applications, and business workflows.
  • Maintain a centralized risk register and drive the remediation roadmap based on business impact.
  • Lead vulnerability identification, assessment, and prioritization aligned with organizational risk tolerance.
  • Evaluate third-party vendors for security posture and manage ongoing vendor risk.
  • Assess new technologies for security implications and recommend enhancements.
  • Enforce data governance policies across distributed platforms to prevent data fragmentation.
  • Implement and manage device security policies using mobile device management tools.
  • Lead incident response planning, including playbook development, simulations, and post-event analysis.
  • Oversee endpoint protection, identity management, privileged access, multi-factor authentication, and device controls.
  • Work with IT leadership to deploy and monitor technical security controls.
  • Coordinate with external security providers and managed services as needed.
  • Develop and manage business continuity and disaster recovery strategies.
  • Drive compliance with security frameworks such as SOC 2 Type II and future certifications.
  • Manage customer security questionnaires and support sales by showcasing organizational security maturity.
  • Collaborate with Legal, Insurance, and Finance on data privacy, governance, and regulatory requirements.
  • Maintain comprehensive documentation for policies, controls, audits, and compliance evidence.
  • Design and manage organization-wide security awareness and phishing simulation programs.
  • Champion a security-conscious culture throughout the company.
  • Educate staff on current threats, social engineering tactics, AI use, and data protection practices.
  • Define and report on security metrics to track organizational maturity and improvement.

Benefits

  • Annual base salary range for Canada-based roles is $150,000–$190,000 USD; actual offer may vary based on experience and company practices.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance plans tailored to individual needs.
  • Employer covers 100% of employee plan costs and 50% for dependent coverage.
  • Mental health support through access to licensed therapists via Spring Health and Headspace membership.
  • Physical wellness benefits including Omada physical therapy, Carrott fertility support, Aaptiv workouts, and One Medical membership.
  • Generous time-off policy including unlimited PTO (minimum 2 weeks), paid holidays, birthday off, year-end recharge period, and parental leave.
  • Retirement savings with Traditional and Roth 401(k) options and 3% company match.
  • Annual tenure-based bonus that increases in value over time.

Compensation

Annual base salary range for Canada-based roles is $150,000–$190,000 USD; actual offer may vary based on experience and company practices.

Work Arrangement

Remote (Worldwide) — United States, Canada, Mexico, United Kingdom

Team

Remote-first organization with global operations and collaboration via digital tools.

Other

  • Ability to remain stationary for long durations is required.
  • Must be able to interpret written and verbal communication effectively.
  • Reliable internet connection is mandatory.
  • Professional home office environment is expected.
  • Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.
  • Applicants from Canada, UK, or Australia must have current and valid work authorization.
  • Permanent residence in the country of application is required for global roles.

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About company
Directive
Directive Consulting is the performance marketing agency for SaaS and Tech companies. They use Customer Generation, a marketing methodology focused on SQLs and Customers instead of traditional metrics like MQLs. They offer Paid Media, SEO/Content, CRO, and Video services by creating comprehensive digital marketing strategies that help clients hit their SQL targets consistently.
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Department Finance & Accounting, IT
Posted a month ago