Head of Information Security

Reporting directly to the executive leadership team, the Head of Information Security will be responsible for establishing and maintaining a robust cybersecurity framework tailored to the unique challenges of the AI industry. This individual will play a pivotal role in safeguarding our proprietary technologies, data assets, and intellectual property while fostering a culture of security awareness and best practices throughout the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement comprehensive information security policies, procedures, and protocols aligned with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and vulnerability scans to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities, and proactively mitigate security risks.
• Lead incident response and forensic investigations in the event of security breaches, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to contain and remediate incidents swiftly.
• Provide guidance and oversight to internal teams on security best practices, secure coding principles, and data protection strategies.
• Foster a culture of security awareness and accountability across the organization through ongoing training, education, and communication initiatives.
• Serve as a subject matter expert and trusted advisor on security-related matters, both internally and externally, representing the company's interests with clients, partners, and regulatory bodies.

Qualifications:

• 8+ years of experience in information security, with a focus on technical cybersecurity roles.
• Proven track record of designing and implementing effective security controls in complex, technology-driven environments.
• Strong proficiency in network security, cryptography, secure coding practices, and cloud security principles.
• Hands-on experience with industry-leading security tools and technologies, such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, endpoint protection platforms, etc.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders effectively.