Director, IT - Cyber Security (Information Technology)

At Vector Security We Think Big, Do the Right Thing, and Make a Difference Every Day! If this is how you like to work, we'd like to invite you to join our team as our Director, IT - Cyber Security! 

We offer great benefits, a competitive salary, and growth opportunities. We think you'll find what you want here because what we do matters - to us, our customers, and most of all, our team members. 

Location:  Greater Pittsburgh Region - Warrendale  (Hybrid work schedule)

Executive Summary:

The Director of IT Cyber Security is a senior leader responsible for defining, executing, and continuously evolving the enterprise-wide cyber security strategy. This role ensures the protection of digital assets, regulatory compliance, and operational resilience across all business units. As a key member of the IT leadership team, the Director serves as a trusted advisor to the CIO and executive leadership, driving security governance, risk management, and innovation in a rapidly evolving threat landscape.

What You'll Do:

Executive Leadership & Strategy:

• • Develop and champion a forward-looking cyber security vision aligned with enterprise risk appetite and business strategy.
  • Advise the CIO, executive team, and Board on cyber risk posture, emerging threats, and investment priorities.
  • Represent the organization in external forums, regulatory engagements, and industry partnerships.
• Enterprise IT Governance:
  • Lead the development and enforcement of enterprise-wide security policies, standards, and controls.
  • Integrate cyber security into IT governance frameworks, enterprise architecture, and digital transformation initiatives.
  • Chair the Cyber Security Steering Committee and contribute to enterprise risk and compliance councils.
• Risk Management & Compliance:
  • Oversee the enterprise risk management program for cyber, including threat modeling, risk quantification, and mitigation planning.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks (e.g., NIST CSF, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, SOC 2, HIPAA).
  • Lead internal and external audit engagements and drive remediation of findings.
• Vendor & Third-Party Risk Oversight:
  • Own the third-party cyber risk program, including due diligence, contract negotiation, and continuous monitoring.
  • Collaborate with Legal, Procurement, and Business Units to ensure secure and compliant vendor relationships.
  • Conduct executive-level reviews of critical vendor performance and risk exposure.
• AI & Emerging Technology Risk:
  • Establish governance for AI/ML systems, including model validation, ethical use, and regulatory compliance.
  • Partner with innovation and data science teams to embed security and privacy by design.
  • Monitor and respond to evolving risks from generative AI, IoT, and cloud-native technologies.
• Operational Excellence:
  • Lead enterprise-wide programs in threat detection, incident response, vulnerability management, and identity governance.
  • Oversee security operations center (SOC) performance and threat intelligence integration.
  • Define and track key risk indicators (KRIs) and security metrics for executive reporting.
• Talent & Culture:
  • Build and lead a high-performing cyber security organization with deep technical and strategic capabilities.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous learning.
  • Sponsor enterprise-wide security awareness and training programs.

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or related field; Master's or MBA - Preferred.
• 10–15 years of progressive experience in IT and cyber security, including 5+ years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven track record of leading enterprise security programs in complex, regulated environments.
• Deep expertise in IT governance, third-party risk, and AI risk management.
• Executive presence and ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
• Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, CCISO, or CRISC strongly - Preferred.

What You'll Get:

We offer a “Total Rewards” package including:

• Competitive compensation with incentive eligibility
• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Company paid life and AD&D insurance.
• Company paid short- and long-term disability.
• Voluntary benefit products
• 401k retirement savings plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

About Us:

We are one of the largest security integrators in the country and have proudly been installing innovative security and smart automation solutions in homes and businesses for more than 50 years. Our purpose is to make our world more secure, connected and empowered, one customer at a time.

Our Values: 

• Win as a team.
• Do the right thing.
• Make a difference every day.
• Get it done.
• Think big.

If you share these ideas, we'd love to hear from you!

Vector Security is a Drug-Free Workplace

Vector Security is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

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