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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Director of Information Security - **Company:** Opensity Solutions - **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $150,000.0 - $200,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Software Vulnerability Management, Microsoft InTune, Information Technology, Hardware Infrastructure, CIS Benchmarks, Cisco, Servicenow - **Published:** July 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=663b0e6d5c27f052 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in IT, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or equivalent experience * 7+ years in cybersecurity, security operations, or infrastructure security, including 3+ years leading technical security teams * MSP, MSSP, or client-facing technology services background * Strong grasp of SOC operations, incident response, vulnerability management, and cloud/on-prem infrastructure (Azure, networking, Active Directory, Entra ID, Intune) * Hands-on or leadership experience with platforms like Rapid7, Microsoft 365 security tools, Defender, Cisco Umbrella, or Mimecast * Comfort communicating with executives, clients, and technical teams alike Nice to have * Experience leading managed SOC or MDR services * Familiarity with NIST CSF, CIS Controls, or ISO 27001 * CISSP, CISM, Security+, CySA+, or equivalent * ServiceNow experience * Background supporting legal, financial services, or other regulated industries ## Description We're looking for a Director of Information Security to lead and scale our client-facing managed security operations. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who can run a high-performing security team, own the tools and processes behind it, and act as a trusted security advisor to our clients. You'll report to the EVP of Technology Enabled Solutions. Full time/Permanent role Remote across the USA Salary range: USD $150,000 to $200,000 + 15% annual bonus What you'll do Lead the team * Manage a team of security engineers delivering managed security operations, incident response support, and security tooling for clients * Set clear operating standards for escalations, documentation, and service quality * Build career paths and technical development plans for your team Own security operations * Oversee daily SOC-supporting services: alert triage, investigation, escalation, remediation tracking, and client reporting * Lead major incident response, including executive communication, containment coordination, and post-incident reporting * Coordinate with Legal, Corporate InfoSec, cyber insurance, and external DFIR partners when needed Own the tooling * Manage the operational effectiveness of platforms like Rapid7, Microsoft Defender, Cisco Umbrella, and Mimecast * Evaluate new security technologies and automation opportunities * Partner with Engineering to improve integrations across security, monitoring, and ticketing systems Be a client advisor * Act as a trusted advisor on risk reduction, security posture, and incident readiness * Lead QBRs, service reviews, and executive briefings * Translate complex security issues into clear business language for client and internal leadership * Support RFPs, proposals, and security-related solution design with Account Management and Sales Drive process and reporting * Build service delivery processes aligned to ITIL and SOC best practices * Develop KPIs and reporting on alert volumes, incident trends, response times, and tool health * Identify and close gaps in staffing, tooling, and client coverage ## Related Videos - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [Applying Agile Principles to Incident Management ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/101-applying-agile-principles-to-incident-management) - [Thinking Differently - How to Make Money from Cyber Attacks & Cheats](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/745-thinking-differently-how-to-make-money-from-cyber-attacks-cheats) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Computer Vision from the Edge to the Cloud done easy](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/263-computer-vision-from-the-edge-to-the-cloud-done-easy) ## Related Articles - [Events like RSAC Get You CISOs. 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