Director of Cybersecurity

Job Summary

To lead the transformation of security practices, the full-time salaried Director of Cybersecurity will oversee security operations, governance, risk compliance, and DevSecOps, while implementing an automation-first, AI-assisted model in a hybrid or onsite capacity near Scottsdale, AZ.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute the enterprise security strategy, focusing on secure-by-design practices and automation
• Manage security operations, incident response, and resilience programs, ensuring effective use of AI and automation
• Oversee governance, risk, and compliance initiatives, including PCI DSS and telecom regulations, while managing vendor risk and security awareness training

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• 10+ years in cybersecurity, with at least 5 years in leadership roles managing security teams
• Proven experience in transitioning security organizations to embedded, DevSecOps-style delivery
• Strong background in SOC operations, incident response, and managing security automation or AI-driven operations
• Familiarity with identity and privileged access management, as well as governance frameworks like PCI DSS and NIST CSF