Director of Security (SaaS)

TL;DR

Director of Security (Cybersecurity): Leading and implementing hirify.global's comprehensive security program across product security, governance, risk, compliance, and platform security with an accent on driving secure by design principles and continuous control monitoring. Focus on executive leadership, scaling a global security team, and bridging the gap between robust governance and rapid software development.

Location: Hybrid in Amsterdam, The Netherlands (required to come to the office two days a week)

Company

hirify.global is revolutionizing how the world moves by engineering the first-ever real-time map, the smartest and most useful map on the planet.

What you will do

• Lead, mentor, and scale a global team of over twenty security professionals and oversee their career development.
• Drive the Secure by Design program, shaping an SSDLC aligned with industry standards and continuous improvement.
• Ensure organizational compliance with certifications such as ISO27K, ISO21434, and TISAX.
• Lead the shift from spreadsheet-based governance to continuous control monitoring.
• Oversee the bug bounty program and internal penetration testing, ensuring fast triage and remediation.
• Ensure detection capabilities offer complete coverage and lead the Security Operations Response capability.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or master's degree in a related field preferred.
• 12+ years in Information Security leadership, with at least 5+ years in a senior leadership role managing people managers.
• Deep experience in SaaS / Software Development is required.
• Understanding of modern cloud architecture (AWS/Azure) and agile development.
• Track record of managing both technical teams (SOC, Product Security) and process teams (Audit/Risk).
• Deep understanding of NIST CSF, ISO 27001, and GDPR frameworks.

Nice to have

• Experience with ISO 21434 Un155/156.
• Familiarity with modern development stacks (Kubernetes, Containers, Microservices, APIs).
• Knowledge of Enterprise platforms (Microsoft technologies, Windows, Linux, Apple technology) security.
• Certifications: CISSP, CISM, CISA, CSSLP.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive compensation package and a personal development budget with paid learning leave.
• Enhanced parental leave, paid leave for caring for loved ones, and volunteer days.
• Work flexibility with two days in the office and three days remote per week.
• Home office setup budget and a monthly allowance.
• Option to work from your home country and abroad for a set number of days each year.
• Competitive holiday plan plus an extra birthday day off.
• Inclusive global culture with over 80 nationalities and opportunities for collaboration.

Hiring process

• Application screening by the recruitment team.
• Assessments and interviews.
• Thorough onboarding process.