Security Director

As a Director, Security at Banyan Software, your role is crucial in overseeing cybersecurity operations at HQ and providing advisory services to Banyan's 95+ OpCos worldwide. You will collaborate with a global team of security experts to ensure consistent risk management, scalable frameworks, and portfolio-wide visibility. **Key Responsibilities:** - **Core Security Functions (HQ Ownership)** - Oversee IAM strategy and operations including Okta SSO, MFA, conditional access, and lifecycle governance. - Ensure managed devices meet zero-trust standards through EDR/XDR, encryption, and patching. - Manage logging, SIEM/MDR integration, and threat detection for HQ systems. - Establish scanning, remediation, and reporting processes for HQ infrastructure and SaaS tools. - Partner with IT to enforce DLP, backup, and data classification policies. - **Incident Response & Risk Management** - Lead HQ's incident response program and ensure readiness through playbooks, simulations, and training. - Coordinate portfolio-wide incident response, align playbooks, facilitate cross-OpCo exercises, and provide escalation pathways. - Work with Corporate Risk to maintain effective cybersecurity insurance. - Serve as a point of contact for regulators, auditors, and insurers on HQ security matters. - **Advisory to Operating Companies (OpCos)** - Act as a regional cybersecurity advisor to OpCos, providing guidance on risk, compliance, and best practices. - Support diligence and integration during acquisitions, assessing OpCo security posture and risks. - Provide frameworks, playbooks, and optional shared services that OpCos can adopt. - Share learnings and coordinate with other Security Directors to improve global practices. - **Banyan Security Leadership** - Contribute to Banyan's enterprise-wide security strategy. - Quantify and communicate the value of cybersecurity initiatives to HQ and OpCos. - Promote a secure-by-default culture and ensure security is embedded in daily operations. - Partner with the Head of IT and peer Directors to build a cohesive, global security function. **Requirements:** - Bachelor's degree plus 6+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity leadership. - Proven success in core cybersecurity functions such as IAM, endpoint protection, monitoring/response, vulnerability management, and data protection. - Experience leading incident response programs and coordinating responses across multiple business units. - Familiarity with cybersecurity insurance, regulatory frameworks, and compliance obligations. - Strong communication skills and ability to explain risk in business terms. - Experience supporting M&A diligence and integration is preferred. - Collaborative, resilient, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment. At Banyan Software, we prioritize the safety and security of our employees and customers. We are committed to building a strong cybersecurity culture and providing top-notch cybersecurity services to our global operations. If you are a seasoned cybersecurity leader looking to make a significant impact in the enterprise software industry, we welcome your application to join our dynamic team.,