Director of Cybersecurity

TechHuman; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in San Antonio is seeking a Director of Cybersecurity to define and implement a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy. This role involves leading the CrowdStrike Falcon Complete onboarding, establishing training programs, and collaborating with executive leadership. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in cybersecurity with significant leadership background. Candidates should have proven experience in governance and must possess relevant industry certifications. This is a full-time opportunity offering a chance to shape cybersecurity operations.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in cybersecurity or information protection.
• 5+ years in governance, architecture, or leadership roles.
• Experience managing key security vendors.
• Possession of relevant industry credentials (e.g., CISSP, CISM).

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of the cybersecurity strategy.
• Communicate security priorities to executive leadership.
• Onboard and manage the CrowdStrike Falcon Complete platform.
• Establish Security Awareness and Behavioral Training programs.
• Collaborate with the Infrastructure team on security policies.

Skills

Cybersecurity leadership

GRC implementation

Risk management

Vendor management

Effective communication

Job description

Director of Cybersecurity

• Define, develop, and lead the implementation of the entire cybersecurity strategy, establishing Governance, Risk, and Compliance GRC frameworks from scratch.
• Serve as the primary security leader, communicating and advocating for security priorities to Presidents and Vice Presidents.
• Immediately lead the project to onboard and oversee the CrowdStrike Falcon Complete platform, moving the organization into an oversight position.
• Establish mandatory Security Awareness and Behavioral Training programs for all employees.
• Act as the "bridge" to ensure strong collaboration with the Infrastructure team, particularly around and the application of security policies.
• Provide guidance and direction to the current hands-on technical manager.
• Develop and execute a plan for future team expansion (manager and staff), potentially within 12 months.

Must Haves

• 10+ years in cybersecurity or information protection, with at least 5 years in architecture, governance, or program-building leadership roles.
• Proven experience in a senior cybersecurity leadership role (Director, CISO, or equivalent level).
• Exceptional ability to translate security needs into business context and communicate effectively with executive leadership.
• Demonstrated experience in building or standing up or building GRC and security programs from scratch.
• Self‑motivated, highly collaborative, and possessing the decisiveness to push back effectively.
• Experience onboarding and managing key security vendors, specifically MDR services (CrowdStrike knowledge highly beneficial).
• Must be willing to learn quickly and adapt in a high‑stress, fast‑paced environment.

Nice-to-Haves

• Possession of relevant industry credentials (e.g., CISSP, CISM, etc.).
• Experience collaborating on or managing IAM programs using Microsoft‑based tools.

Seniority Level

Director

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Information Technology

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting