VP of Cybersecurity Operations

Summary

Join UltraViolet Cyber as Vice President of Cybersecurity to lead three key functions: Threat & Vulnerability Management, Security Operations & Incident Response, and Security Engineering. Translate NIST cybersecurity framework analysis into actionable project plans, setting measurable objectives, and driving execution across teams. This strategic role requires building operating models, establishing OKRs, and delivering large-scale security initiatives within Fortune 500 environments. The position is primarily remote with occasional travel. A 3-6 month contract with an external UltraViolet Cyber customer is anticipated. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional leadership skills and extensive experience in cybersecurity.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• 10+ years of progressive cybersecurity leadership experience, including at least 5 years at the senior executive level
• Demonstrated experience in leading Threat & Vulnerability Management, Security Operations, Incident Response, and/or Security Engineering functions
• Proven success in turning cybersecurity framework assessments (e.g., NIST CSF) into actionable multi-year project plans
• Experience establishing OKRs, operating models, and performance tracking mechanisms in large, complex organizations
• Exceptional leadership and people management skills, with experience leading leaders
• Strong strategic planning and execution abilities
• Excellent communication skills, including executive reporting and stakeholder management
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid/virtual leadership capacity

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the activities of the three cybersecurity functions: Threat & Vulnerability, Security Operations & Incident Response, and Security Engineering
• Translate final NIST analysis findings into comprehensive project plans with clear priorities, milestones, and deliverables to be completed before 2026
• Develop OKRs and formal operating models for each of the three functional areas in collaboration with their respective Directors
• Ensure alignment of all security initiatives with corporate objectives, compliance requirements, and industry best practices
• Monitor and track progress against KPIs (already established) and report regularly to the CISO
• Implement risk tracking, progress dashboards, and executive-level updates to ensure leadership visibility
• Foster strong relationships with Directors, cross-functional leaders, and senior executives to ensure buy-in and alignment
• Travel periodically to company sites for workshops, reviews, and strategic planning sessions

Preferred Qualifications

Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or equivalent strongly preferred

Benefits

• 401(k), including an employer match of 100% of the first 3% contributed and 50% of the next 2% contributed
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (available on the 1st day of the month following your first day of employment)
• Group Term Life, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life, Hospital Indemnity, Accident, and/or Critical Illness
• Participation in the Discretionary Time Off (DTO) Program
• 11 Paid Holidays Annually