Director Cloud Operations & Security (Cybersecurity)

Location: Onsite, primarily working from an hirify.global office

Company

hirify.global is a global edge-to-cloud technology company delivering AI-driven, cloud-native networking solutions through its Mist platform.

What you will do

• Define and lead a unified security operations strategy across Detection & Response, IT Security, IAM, and Cyber Threat Intelligence.
• Build and mature the Cyber Threat Intelligence program, including teams, intelligence processes, and operational integration.
• Own identity and access management strategy across corporate systems and cloud infrastructure.
• Partner with Security, Engineering, IT, Legal, Trust & Safety, and executive leadership to align priorities and measure outcomes.
• Review detection logic, investigate incidents, audit IAM configurations, and prototype solutions when hands-on technical support is needed.
• Advise executives on security risks, threat intelligence, operational health, and major incident response.

Requirements

• 10+ years of cybersecurity experience, including 5+ years leading multiple teams or managers.
• Strong technical background with the ability to read and write code; Python is preferred.
• Experience building or maturing security programs and operational capabilities.
• Deep expertise in Identity & Access Management at scale, particularly in AWS and GCP environments.
• Experience leading teams through major security incidents and making decisive decisions during critical incidents.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to operate with high autonomy and minimal supervision.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health, financial, and emotional wellbeing benefits.
• Personal and professional development programs supporting career growth and expertise development.
• Inclusive work environment that values varied backgrounds and individual uniqueness.
• Flexibility to manage work and personal needs within an onsite role.