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# Director of IT Security

- **Company:** IBA InfoTech Inc.
- **Location:** Morrisville, NC, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Software System Penetration Testing, Cyber Security, Computer Engineering, Computer Data Storage, PCI Data Security Standards, Software Systems, Privacy Controls, Information Technology, Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** June 14, 2026
- **Apply:** https://ibainfotech.com/director-it-security

## About the Role

* 8+ years of experience in a technical leadership role
 * 5+ years of experience working/ focusing on information security
 * Experience implementing web-based solutions in a real-world environment
 * Familiarity with a variety of security and privacy standards (e.g. ISO 27000 series, PCI-DSS, FERPA, HIPAA)
 * Ability to routinely demonstrate initiative and an ability to work autonomously
 * Desire to operate and thrive in a fast-paced environment
 * Multi-task effectively
 * Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and data gathering skills
 * Degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field

## Description

* Identifying vulnerabilities in our current network, software solutions, and information storage
 * Develop and maintain the Company's information security comprehensive plan
 * Directs an ongoing, proactive risk assessment program for all new and existing systems
 * Ensures familiarity with Company's goals and business processes so effective controls can be put in place for those areas presenting the greatest information security risk
 * Perform/manage regular vulnerability assessments (e.g. penetration tests, vulnerability scans)
 * Support 3rd party security audits
 * Coordinate security incident response including triage, remediation, documentation, and notifications
 * Communicates risks and recommendations to mitigate risks to the senior leadership
 * Participate in Leadership Team activities
 * Shape the direction of the organization's technology focus with an emphasis in sound security practices
 * Recruit, mentor and potentially manage staff members
 * Participate in the budget review and oversight activities as requested
 * Evaluate and recommend improvements in existing software solutions in order to ensure optimal security
 * Promote and reinforce security best practices throughout the Company
 * Research and evaluate potential 3rd party security-related technologies
 * Other duties as assigned by the department


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