Director, MSP Security

About the Role

Visual Edge IT is seeking a strategic and results-driven Director, MSP Security to lead and grow our Managed Security Services practice. This executive-level leader will be responsible for driving the vision, strategy, and operational excellence of our security offerings while ensuring scalable, customer-focused security solutions. The ideal candidate brings a combination of cybersecurity leadership, managed services experience, business acumen, and a strong understanding of modern security operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic direction and growth of the Managed Security Services practice.
• Drive the development and evolution of security service offerings and capabilities.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to security leaders and technical teams.
• Oversee the performance, scalability, and profitability of managed security services.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to align security initiatives with business objectives.
• Guide Security Operations Center (SOC) strategy and service delivery excellence.
• Evaluate emerging cybersecurity technologies and market trends to identify growth opportunities.
• Establish governance standards for security technologies and service delivery.
• Develop operational plans, workforce strategies, and organizational structures to support growth.
• Serve as a senior escalation point for complex customer and security-related matters.

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 8+ years of progressive cybersecurity experience.
• 5+ years of leadership experience managing cybersecurity, managed services, consulting, security operations, or related technical teams.
• Demonstrated experience managing budgets, operational performance, vendor relationships, and service profitability.
• Strong business and financial acumen with the ability to balance technical and customer-focused priorities.
• Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and influencing executive stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within an MSP or MSSP environment.
• Experience leading or supporting Security Operations Center (SOC) programs.
• Experience supporting regulated industries and compliance-focused security programs.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST, CIS Controls, ISO 27001, or similar standards.
• Experience leading organizational transformation, process improvement, or large-scale technology initiatives.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and PTO, plus nine paid holidays per year.
• Medical, HSA, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, voluntary life insurance, employee assistance program, and wellness programs.
• $50k life insurance policy provided at no cost to employees.
• 401(k) program with employer match: 100% match on the first 3% of contributions, plus 50% match on the next 2%.