Head of Information Security

Head of Information Security

Hybrid (2 days onsite) | Los Angeles, CA

We are seeking a Head of Information Security to lead and evolve enterprise-wide cybersecurity strategy, risk management, compliance, and security operations for a globally recognized organization. This role will oversee information security initiatives across the organization, including governance, incident response, cybersecurity operations, and security architecture, while fostering a strong security-first culture.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement enterprise-wide information security strategy aligned with business objectives
• Lead security risk management, compliance, governance, and cybersecurity operations
• Oversee threat intelligence, vulnerability management, and incident response initiatives
• Ensure alignment with security frameworks and regulations including NIST, ISO 27001, GDPR, CCPA, and SOC2
• Guide security architecture and technology decisions across infrastructure and cloud environments
• Partner closely with executive leadership, engineering, IT, legal, and compliance teams
• Manage third-party/vendor security risk programs
• Lead crisis response efforts related to information security incidents
• Mentor and develop security team members

Qualifications

• 15 years of experience in information security or cybersecurity leadership
• 8 years of leadership/management experience
• Strong technical background across infrastructure, networking, cloud, SIEM, IAM, and enterprise security technologies
• Experience leading incident response and security operations within complex environments
• Background within highly regulated industries preferred (finance, healthcare, government, etc.)
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Experience with security frameworks including NIST and ISO standards
• CISSP, CISM, CISA, CCISO, or similar certifications preferred
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or related field