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UltraViolet Cyber is a leading platform-enabled unified security operations company providing a comprehensive suite of security operations solutions. Founded and operated by security practitioners with decades of experience, the UltraViolet Cyber security-as-code platform combines technology innovation and human expertise to make advanced real-time cybersecurity accessible for all organizations by eliminating risks of separate red and blue teams.
By creating continuously optimized identification, detection, and resilience from today’s dynamic threat landscape, UltraViolet Cyber provides both managed and custom-tailored unified security operations solutions to the Fortune 500, Federal Government, and Commercial clients. UltraViolet Cyber is headquartered in McLean, Virginia, with global offices across the U.S. and in India.
We are seeking an experienced Senior Cybersecurity Leader to join our team as our CISO. In this role, the successful candidate will provide CISO support to the Ultraviolet Cyber organization internally, with a focus on our operational seucrity and compliance. This role will require the ability to bridge the gap between business operations and cybersecurity risk management, ensuring that the organization's security posture is aligned with its strategic objectives. The CISO will work closely with our IT team and our delivery teams to solve challenges in the secure delivery of offensive and defensive cybersecurity services to a wide range of global custmers. The successful candidate will have a deep understanding of both technical and business aspects of cybersecurity, with a proven track record of leading high-performing teams in a rapidly evolving threat landscape.
In addition to overseeing the organization's overall cybersecurity strategy and risk management, this role will also focus on tactical technical initiatives to monitor, manage, and strengthen UltraViolet Cyber's own cybersecurity posture. The CISO is the leader of for incident response and preparation as well as oversees our compliance operations incuding third party risk management activities. In addition, the CISO has an opportunity to translate their experience and work at UltraViolet into thought leadership such as through conference speaking, whitepapers, webinars, and blog posts.
What You'll Do:
Oversee a lean team of analysts and engineers
Reporting into the VP of IT, you will have the opportunity to impact the trajectory of our IT delivery
Conduct on-site risk assessments and provide recommendations for remediation to business leaders and stakeholders for both Ultraviolet Cyber and our customers
Develop and maintain relationships with key business partners, including IT, Risk Management, and Compliance functions
Collaborate with field teams to identify and mitigate security risks associated with new initiatives or projects at Ultraviolet Cyber customers
Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive cybersecurity strategies and programs aligned with organizational goals and objectives
Provide strategic guidance on cybersecurity risk management and mitigation, including incident response and crisis management
Lead the development and maintenance of policies, standards, and procedures for a comprehensive information security, compliance, and IT risk management program
Drive cybersecurity as an enabler and value-add to the company’s core business functions
Develop and maintain a deep understanding of both technical and business aspects of cybersecurity to provide effective guidance to customers, field teams, and senior leadership
Collaborate with other functions, including IT, Risk Management, and Compliance, to ensure that cybersecurity is integrated into all aspects of the organization
Oversee the establishment and maintenance of a comprehensive cybersecurity incident response plan and a disaster recovery plan.
Manage and oversee the effective deployment of security technologies and software.
Develop and manage security strategies for vendor selection and evaluation and monitor and manage the security aspects of the vendor lifecycle
Communicate with stakeholders about the cybersecurity posture and strategies clearly and effectively
Prepare and/or present cybersecurity reports for the Board of Directors and other stakeholders
What You Have:
Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field; advanced degrees preferred
Experience:
10-15 years of cybersecurity experience
At least 1 year of prior CISO experience (or equivalent role)
Proven track record of leading high-performing teams and driving business outcomes through effective risk management and mitigation
Demonstrated experience working with and supporting both internal stakeholders and customer/client stakeholders at all levels from direct contributor to executive leadership
Skills:
Strong understanding of technical and business aspects of cybersecurity, including cloud security, threat intelligence, and incident response
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage on complex security topics with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, including presenting to large audiences
Experienced in interacting and influencing key security stakeholders (VP+ and CISO/CIO/CTO level) in large Enterprise organizations
Ability to think strategically and make informed decisions in a rapidly evolving threat landscape
Preferred Qualifications:
Certifications: CISSP, CISM, or CEH certification; other relevant certifications preferred
Experience with cloud security platforms and tools
Experience leading cross-functional teams and implementing large-scale cybersecurity initiatives
Experience leading security initiatives in a global organization with multi-national operations including management of regional information security and data protection requirements
What We Offer:
Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
Flexible working hours and remote-first culture
Career growth opportunities in a rapidly expanding company
Exposure to enterprise-level finance and payroll operations
Supportive team culture with a focus on excellence and collaboration
401(k), including an employer match of 100% of the first 3% contributed and 50% of the next 2% contributed
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (available on the 1st day of the month following your first day of employment)
Group Term Life, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability
Voluntary Life, Hospital Indemnity, Accident, and/or Critical Illness
Participation in the Discretionary Time Off (DTO) Program
11 Paid Holidays Annually
UltraViolet Cyber maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions and locations, as well as reflect our company's differing products, services, industries and lines of business. Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors.
We sincerely thank all applicants in advance for submitting their interest in this position. We know your time is valuable.
UltraViolet Cyber welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace regardless of race, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.
If you want to make an impact, UltraViolet Cyber is the place for you!
