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Director of Cyber Security - Ziply Fiber
Software Engineer
Lead the organization’s cyber security strategy, overseeing network protection, incident response, and risk management while driving secure cloud adoption and compliance across a rapidly expanding fiber network.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a comprehensive cyber security strategy aligned with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
- Lead incident response, threat hunting, and vulnerability management programs to protect critical infrastructure.
- Architect secure network and cloud environments, ensuring robust access controls, encryption, and monitoring.
- Collaborate with engineering, operations, and executive teams to embed security best practices into product development and deployment.
- Oversee security governance, risk assessments, and compliance initiatives (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, PCI-DSS).
Requirements
- 10+ years of progressive cyber security experience, with 5+ years in a leadership role.
- Deep expertise in network security, cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP), and incident response.
- Strong understanding of risk management frameworks, compliance standards, and security architecture principles.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to influence cross‑functional teams.
- Relevant certifications (CISSP, CISM, CCSP, or equivalent) preferred.