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DirectorFull-timeRustGo
Salary Range
$40,800 - $55,200 /year
This salary is estimated based on similar roles. The actual salary may vary.
About the Role
We are looking for a Director of Information Security to lead HackerRank’s global information security function. This senior leadership role will own the security strategy, build and lead the team, and partner with Engineering, Product, and Go-To-Market teams to ensure security is embedded into all operations.
Key Responsibilities
- →Own HackerRank’s information security strategy across application security, cloud security, data protection, and incident response
- →Set clear priorities, standards, and expectations for how security operates across the company
- →Act as a senior, customer-facing security leader in sales cycles, renewals, and security reviews
- →Lead and grow the information security team, including hiring, mentoring, and performance management
- →Own and evolve compliance programs (e.g., SOC 2, ISO 27001 / 42001, GDPR)
- →Ensure strong day-to-day security operations, including monitoring, vulnerability management, and incident response
Requirements
- ✓10+ years of experience in information security, with experience leading security programs or teams
- ✓Strong background in SaaS, cloud-native, or product-led companies
- ✓Experience in setting up security frameworks and compliance standards (SOC 2, ISO, GDPR, NIST)
- ✓Experience partnering closely with Engineering, Product, and GTM teams
- ✓Calm, clear communication - especially in high-stakes or ambiguous situations
- ✓summaryBullets":["Own information security strategy across application, cloud, data protection, and incident response
