Director, Information Security
Kandji
IT
Miami, FL, USA
Posted on Dec 13, 2024
About Kandji
Kandji is the Apple device management and security platform that empowers secure and productive global work. With Kandji, Apple devices transform themselves into enterprise-ready endpoints, with all the right apps, settings, and security systems in place. Through advanced automation and thoughtful experiences, we’re bringing much-needed harmony to the way IT, InfoSec, and Apple device users work today and tomorrow.
Some of the smartest money in tech has partnered with Kandji to realize our vision, including Tiger Global, Felicis, Greycroft, First Round Capital, and Okta Ventures. In July 2024, Kandji raised $100 million in capital from General Catalyst, bringing Kandji’s valuation to $850 Million.
Since Kandji’s Series C in 2021, the company has seen a 600%+ increase in annual recurring revenue, and its customer base has grown nearly 4X across 40+ industries. Notable customers include Allbirds, Canva, and Notion, and the company has partnerships with such industry giants as ServiceNow, AWS, and Okta.
Kandji was also named to Forbes’ Next Billion Dollar Startup List 2023 and recognized as a top venture-backed startup with the potential to reach unicorn status.
The Opportunity
Kandji is seeking a Director of Information Security to develop and implement Information Security strategy, programs, and activities for the company. Reporting to the COO, this leadership position offers the opportunity to ensure that processes, controls, and documentation are adequate to protect Kandji from existing risks, as well as from potential new threats. This is an exciting role for a high-performer with a passion for Information Security and someone who can work collaboratively with staff to execute Kandji’s Information Security program.
How You’ll Make a Difference Day-to-Day
- Develop and implement a comprehensive Information Security strategy to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information assets across the Kandji platform for Kandji’s customers, as well as internally for our employee base.
- Monitor emerging threats and continuously improve the company’s defenses through proactive threat management.
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive incident response plan, including forensic investigations, reporting, and recovery efforts.
- Be accountable for the incident response team in preparing for, responding to, and recovering from security breaches or threats.
- Advocate for security awareness and drive cultural change within the organization.
- Provide guidance, mentorship, and career development opportunities for Information Security team members.
- Regularly report on the status of the organization's security posture and risks to Kandji’s executive leadership team and board via the ISMS and AIMS committee.
- Conduct calls with current and prospective Kandji customers to provide transparency and trust on Kandji’s security posture.
We’d love to hear from you if you have
- 10+ years of experience in Security, with 5+ years in a leadership role.
- Ability to align Security with business goals.
- Strong leadership and team management abilities, with a track record of mentoring and developing talent.
- Ability to communicate complex Security issues to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Experience operating in a hyper-growth startup environment.
- Required to work on-site 5x a week in our Miami office (Coral Gables).
Nice to have, but not required
- In-depth experience with (1) or several of the following disciplines: security architecture, application security, infrastructure security, network security, incident response, or security operations.
- Demonstrated ability to champion a program and drive successful completion while delivering.
- Experience with Incident Response process leadership and SIEM, Threat Intelligence, and Forensics tooling.
Benefits & Perks
• Competitive salary
• 100% individual and dependent medical + dental + vision coverage
• 401(k) with a 4% company match
• 20 days PTO
• Health and wellness days
• Kandji Wellness Week the first week in July
• Equity for full-time employees
• Up to 16 weeks of paid leave for new parents
• Paid Family and Medical Leave
• Modern Health - Mental Health Benefits - Individual and Dependents
• Fertility Benefits
• Working Advantage Employee Discounts
• Free onsite fitness center
• Free parking
• Lunch 5 days/week
• Exciting opportunities for career growth
• An outstanding, inclusive culture
We are excited to be serving a significant need for a fast-growing market, and are proud of the high-performing team we have brought together so far. If you’re someone who wants to engage in new, exciting projects that will challenge your skills in the best way possible, we would love to connect with you.
At Kandji we believe in fostering an inclusive environment in which employees feel encouraged to share their unique perspectives, leverage their strengths, and act authentically. We know that diverse teams are strong teams, and welcome those from all backgrounds and varying experiences.
Kandji is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, protected veteran or military status or any other status protected by applicable law.