Director, Trust and Assurance

About the role

This leader will guide the organization’s trust, governance, risk, and compliance efforts across IT and security functions. The role is responsible for strengthening security assurance, advancing audit readiness, and building confidence with customers, auditors, and internal stakeholders. It also requires close partnership with legal, IT, InfoSec, and business teams to support a risk-informed approach that enables growth and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Develop and communicate a vision for the trust and assurance function aligned with IT and security goals.
• Innovate governance, risk, and compliance processes using AI and creative problem-solving.
• Oversee security certification and audit programs, ensuring effective controls.
• Establish KPIs, SLAs, and risk metrics for resource optimization and impactful results.
• Collaborate with IT, InfoSec, Legal, and business teams to build trusted relationships.
• Lead the risk management program, focusing on third-party and vendor risk assessments.
• Respond to customer security inquiries and audit findings, positioning security as a business advantage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, information technology, or related field; equivalent experience may substitute for degree.
• 10+ years in information security, IT risk, compliance, or audit.
• 5+ years of leadership experience with a proven track record.
• US Citizenship required.
• Strong knowledge of security frameworks like SOC 2, ISO 27001, NIST CSF, and CMMC.
• Experience managing risk and vendor risk programs, collaborating with auditors and clients.
• Relevant certifications preferred: CISSP, CISA, CRISC.

Benefits

• Health (Medical & Prescription), Dental, and Vision Care.
• Onsite Health Centers, Employee Assistance Program, and Wellness program.
• Competitive Pay, Profit Sharing, and 401k Plan with Company Matching.
• Paid Time Off, including holidays and parental leave.
• Family Planning Benefits, Nursing Mothers Benefits, and Employee Discount Program.

Pay

$154,000 – $231,000 annually

Location & Schedule

Remote — US-based candidates only; no visa sponsorship available.