Director of Cybersecurity

Director of Cybersecurity

Hybrid | Montvale, NJ or Ogden, UT
Full-Time | Leadership Role
$150,000 - $180,000 base + performance bonus + full benefits
Relocation assistance available

About the Opportunity

HireNow Staffing is seeking a strategic, hands-on Director of Cybersecurity to lead a fast-moving information security program for a high-growth, technology-forward organization. In this key leadership position, you'll own the architecture, culture, and evolution of cybersecurity across the enterprise from frontline threat detection to executive-level risk planning.

This role goes far beyond compliance and checklists. We're looking for a forward-thinking leader who thrives in complex, high-stakes environments and who understands the delicate balance between risk mitigation and business agility. Youll lead a high-performing team and have the freedom to innovate across both infrastructure and policy.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leadership & Strategy

  • Build, mentor, and guide a multidisciplinary cybersecurity team with offensive (red), defensive (blue), and hybrid (purple) capabilities

  • Serve as a thought leader and advisor to senior leadership on emerging threats, security investments, and long-term protection strategy

• Operations & Threat Management

  • Oversee the deployment and optimization of security tools such as SIEMs, endpoint detection platforms, firewalls, and intrusion prevention systems

  • Lead incident response efforts, forensic investigations, and post-event reviews

  • Stay ahead of CVEs, threat intelligence feeds, and risk trends prioritizing action and remediation before issues escalate

• Red, Blue, and Purple Team Management

  • Own and manage proactive adversarial testing, live attack simulations, and controls validation

  • Drive cross-functional security drills to assess internal readiness and team agility

• Policy & Compliance Oversight

  • Develop and continuously update the organization's security governance framework

  • Ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2)

  • Support audits and guide internal departments through cybersecurity due diligence

• Executive Communication & Business Alignment

  • Translate complex security risks into clear, actionable insights for executive leadership

  • Partner across IT, Product, Engineering, Legal, and Operations to ensure security is embedded into every aspect of the business

Who Were Looking For

You're more than just a technologist you're a mission-driven builder, educator, and decision-maker who can see the entire threat landscape and act decisively. You're not afraid to get your hands dirty, but you also know how to delegate, motivate, and lead through vision and clarity.

Must-Have Qualifications

• 6+ years of progressive cybersecurity experience, ideally within fast-moving industries like tech, SaaS, fintech, or advanced manufacturing

• Demonstrated experience managing a cybersecurity team or leading cross-functional security operations

• Practical experience with red, blue, and/or purple team initiatives

• Hands-on penetration testing and vulnerability assessment skills

• Familiarity with frameworks like NIST, MITRE ATT&CK, CIS Controls, etc.

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related technical field

• Industry certifications strongly preferred: CISSP, CISM, CEH, OSCP, GCIH

Bonus Points For:

• Experience navigating cybersecurity in a multi-cloud or hybrid cloud environment

• Knowledge of secure software development lifecycle (SSDLC) practices

• Previous startup or hypergrowth company experience

• Strong presence in cybersecurity communities or speaking engagements

Why This Role Matters

This is more than a job title it's a seat at the table where decisions get made and progress happens. You'll shape a company's cyber-DNA and build a security-first culture that grows with the business. The company is committed to investing in the right leader someone who brings the experience, energy, and precision that modern digital environments demand.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range: $150,000 - $180,000, depending on experience

• Performance-based bonus structure

• Full health benefits: Medical, dental, vision

• 401(k) with match

• Paid time off + paid holidays

• Relocation supports available

• Flexible hybrid schedule (in-office expectation: Montvale, NJ or Ogden, UT)

If you're ready to take ownership of cybersecurity in an organization that values innovation and accountability lets connect. Apply now through HireNow Staffing with your resume and brief leadership summary.

https://www.careers-page.com/hirenow-staffing-inc/job/QV5RVWVR