CompassMSP is a rapidly expanding, award-winning technology solutions provider in the booming managed services space. Our vision is to be the North American leader in delivering and supporting technology solutions for small and mid-sized businesses. We are driven by our mission and core values to be a great place to work and a great company to work with.
Currently, our organization covers 5 regions with offices from Hartford to Chicago to Miami. We offer a broad portfolio of secure IT services including managed IT, cybersecurity, technical compliance (CMMC, NIST, HIPAA, etc.), cloud solutions, and professional services. We have garnered top industry recognition for our thought leadership, growth, and workplace culture.
What we looking for:
The VP of Security is the general manager of our security business and has full responsibility for the business performance, as measured by revenue growth, margin growth, client retention, and employee retention.
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to join our team as the VP of Security and General Manager for our CompassMSP cybersecurity division. In this pivotal role, the successful candidate will oversee all aspects of security operations while also providing strategic leadership and management for our Cybersecurity business unit. This position requires a unique blend of cybersecurity expertise, business acumen, and leadership skills to drive growth, innovation, and excellence in both security services and business operations.
Who you are:
You are a detail-oriented self-starter who takes ownership of your job responsibilities and can communicate effectively with teammates and clients. You work best in a bold, work-hard, play-hard, environment. You are adept at setting organizational key performance metrics, using analytics for decision making, and enjoy team mentorship, team camaraderie and multitasking, all while working in a fun environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Security Leadership:
Lead a team of security professionals in designing, implementing, and delivering security solutions and services tailored to the needs of our clients.
Foster a culture of customer-centricity, accountability, and continuous improvement within the Netgarde team
Stay abreast of emerging threats, trends, and technologies in cybersecurity, and proactively update security measures and practices to mitigate risks
Provide operations oversight and guidance to enhance the efficiencies and methodologies across the security business lines
Maintain a structured goal-oriented approach for improvements within the security department
Mentor and grow the security managers and leaders in your direct report.
Tactically participate as a steadying hand in client technical or service items when necessary: account strategy, security incidents, general questions from client VIPs, etc.
Represent our company through thought leadership activities in industry events and conferences to promote our security capabilities and MSP solutions
Security Operations:
Provide strategic leadership and direction for our Cybersecurity business unit, driving growth, profitability, and operational excellence.
Develop and execute business plans, budgets, and performance metrics to achieve organizational goals and objectives
Refine and maintain a comprehensive Go-to-Market (GTM) security strategy and a offering catalog for CompassMSP, ensuring alignment of our security catalog with target market and current client needs
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including executive, sales, marketing, operations, and finance, to align strategies and maximize business impact, especially regarding a holistic client journey and knowledge transfer for new products or services
Monitor market trends, competitive landscape, and customer needs to identify opportunities for innovation and differentiation in our service offerings
Proactively and visibly represent the CompassMSP security business among our current customers, new clients, as well as industry events through various client account meetings, interactions, and collaborations
Key Requirements for the Position:
Bachelor's degree in computer science, business administration, or a related field
Advanced degree or professional certifications (e.g., CISSP, MBA) preferred
Proven experience in cybersecurity leadership roles within a managed services environment, with a track record of driving growth and profitability
Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, technologies, and best practices
Hands-on experience in security operations and risk management including working with regulatory frameworks and compliance standards, such as CMMC, SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, HIPAA, etc.
What we offer:
Competitive pay
Quarterly Bonuses
Progressive PTO
Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability available
Tax deferred retirement plan with company match
Career Development and Coaching
Fun work environment!
Seniority level
Executive
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other, Information Technology, and Management
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting
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