Remote Security Leader: AI & Vendor Risk

Socket.dev; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a hands-on Security Manager to own day-to-day security posture across people, endpoints, software, and vendors. This role sits at governance, technical security operations, and AI risk, requiring a balance of policy work and hands-on technical review.

You will review vendor SOC 2, scope vulnerability scans, and assess AI tool safety for approval. The role reports to VP of IT in a Chicago/Remote setting, with full-time employment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in information security with 1–2 years in a security management, GRC, or senior role.
• Familiarity with NIST, ISO 27001, GDPR, and CCPA/CPRA requirements.
• Experience with vulnerability scanning tools (Nessus, Qualys, Tenable) and SOC/MSSP workflows.
• Knowledge of endpoint management and SaaS/vendor risk processes.
• Strong communication skills to translate risk to non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee employee and endpoint security, device compliance, and policy adherence.
• Manage IAM, MFA, offboarding, and privileged access reviews.
• Coordinate vulnerability scanning and security testing.
• Assess AI tool risks and enforce acceptable-use policies.
• Conduct vendor security assessments and maintain third-party risk register.
• Report security posture and metrics to leadership.

Skills

Information security

Security management

GRC

NIST

ISO 27001

GDPR/CCPA

Vulnerability scanning

SOC & MSSP

Endpoint security

Policy governance

Tools

Nessus

Qualys

Tenable

Job description

Socket.dev is seeking a hands-on Security Manager to own day-to-day security posture across people, endpoints, software, and vendors. This role sits at governance, technical security operations, and AI risk, requiring a balance of policy work and hands-on technical review.

You will review vendor SOC 2, scope vulnerability scans, and assess AI tool safety for approval. The role reports to VP of IT in a Chicago/Remote setting, with full-time employment.