Head of Information Security and IT

About Kandji
Kandji is the Apple Device Management and Security Platform. Kandji empowers companies to manage and secure Apple devices in the enterprise and at scale. By centrally securing and managing Mac, iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV devices, IT and InfoSec teams can save countless hours of manual, repetitive work with features like one-click compliance templates and more than 150 pre-built automations, apps, and workflows.
Backed by world-class investors such as General Catalyst, Tiger Global, Greycroft, B Capital Group, Okta Ventures, the Spruce House Partnership, and First Round Capital, Kandji has raised over $200M in capital to date.
Trusted by industry leaders, Kandji’s rapidly growing customer base includes companies like Ramp, Notion, Netskope, Noom, Turo, Groupon, VoxMedia, and more.
Recognized for its award-winning products, Kandji was recently named the #1 fastest-growing app in Okta’s 2023 Businesses at Work Report and a G2 Best Software 2023 Award Winner for Fastest Growing Products.
The Opportunity
Kandji is seeking a Head of Information Security and IT to develop and implement Information Security and IT 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 threats, as well as from potential new threats. This position will also oversee our IT operations, and ensure that IT is able to seamlessly support our business objectives as we scale. This is an exciting role for someone passionate about leveraging technology to drive business success while leading high-performance Security and IT Teams.

Security

• Lead security initiatives and implement technology, process, and procedures across endpoint protection, cloud infrastructure protection, event monitoring, vulnerability management, configuration management, and incident response.
• Conduct regular security audits, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing to identify and mitigate risks.
• Establish and lead incident response protocols in the event of data breaches or cybersecurity incidents. Ensure compliance with industry regulations.

Governance & Compliance

• Implement governance frameworks to align with the organization’s goals and objectives.
• Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to ensure adherence to relevant laws and industry standards.
• Develop policies for data privacy and protection, ensuring robust protection measures are in place.

IT

• Develop and execute a comprehensive IT strategy aligned with the company's business objectives and growth plans.
• Ensure the reliability, security, and scalability of all IT systems.
• Collaborate with other department heads to identify and implement technology solutions that enhance productivity and efficiency.
• Develop and enforce IT policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards.

Team Leadership

• Manage and mentor the Security and IT Teams, fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture.
• Work closely with leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure that Security and IT initiatives support overall company objectives.
• Provide regular updates to executive leadership on the status of Security and IT initiatives, challenges, and advancements.

We’d love to hear from you if you have

• 10+ years of experience in Security and IT, with 5+ years in a leadership role.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities, with a track record of mentoring and developing talent.
• Deep technical knowledge across Security, Risk Management, and IT.
• Ability to communicate complex Security and IT issues to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of governance, compliance, and incident response.
• Experience operating in a hyper-growth startup environment.

Benefits & Perks
 • Competitive salary • 100% individual and dependent medical + dental + vision coverage • 401(k) with a 4% company match • 20 days PTO • 14 paid holidays per year • 10 health and wellness days per year • Kandji Wellness Week off July 1 - July 5, 2024 • Equity for full-time employees • 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents • Paid Family and Medical Leave • Modern Health - Mental Health Benefits - Individual and Dependents • Monthly utilities stipend • Free onsite fitness center • Free parking • Lunch 4 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.