Global CISO & Security Strategy Leader (Hybrid: SF/DC)

Planet Labs PBC; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 229,000 - 286,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision

HSA with company contribution

Paid Time Off

16 weeks parental leave

Equity

Home Office Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Volunteering Paid Time Off

Job summary

Planet Labs PBC, a leading space and data company, seeks a visionary VP & CISO to architect enterprise-wide information security that aligns with business goals and anticipates AI threats. You will govern cloud and on-premises defenses, lead risk management, and mentor a team of security leaders across functions.

The role is full-time and hybrid, requiring presence in SF or DC three days per week, with a focus on proactive risk forecasting, incident response, and external audits.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant work experience and 8+ years of leadership experience.
• Deep industry awareness with thought leadership, public speaking, and published work in information security.
• Ability to forecast risk years in advance by soliciting external and internal perspectives.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead multi-year security plan, integrating predictive AI defense strategies.
• Collaborate with business and tech teams to exceed security and compliance postures.
• Lead enterprise security direction with business objectives and governance.

Job description

Planet Labs PBC, a leading space and data company, seeks a visionary VP & CISO to architect enterprise-wide information security that aligns with business goals and anticipates AI threats. You will govern cloud and on-premises defenses, lead risk management, and mentor a team of security leaders across functions.

The role is full-time and hybrid, requiring presence in SF or DC three days per week, with a focus on proactive risk forecasting, incident response, and external audits.