Description
The Director of IT & Information Security is responsible for protecting Thesis SM’s technology assets, data, and infrastructure while enabling seamless IT operations for a globally distributed workforce. This leader will execute the company’s IT and security strategy, ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks, managing risk, and building a resilient and secure technology environment. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in enterprise IT, cybersecurity, and compliance, combined with leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills.
The Director of IT & Information Security is responsible for protecting Thesis SM’s technology assets, data, and infrastructure while enabling seamless IT operations for a globally distributed workforce. This leader will execute the company’s IT and security strategy, ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks, managing risk, and building a resilient and secure technology environment. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in enterprise IT, cybersecurity, and compliance, combined with leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Requirements
- Proven track record managing enterprise IT operations and cybersecurity programmes in a SaaS or technology environment.
- Demonstrable experience with compliance frameworks such as ISO 27001, SOC 2, GDPR, and NIST.
- Strong background in identity & access management, endpoint security, and cloud security.
- Experience managing and scaling IT functions for a remote-first, globally distributed organisation.
- Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or equivalent strongly preferred.
- Deep knowledge of cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP), Zero Trust architecture, and data privacy regulations.
