Sr. Director, Cybersecurity Services

NexusTek is anchored by a long-established core business that delivers unparalleled managed IT services to a wide range of clients. We are embarking on a new chapter, expanding our offerings with three strategic initiatives: Professional and managed services for hybrid cloud, cybersecurity, generative AI and data. Our ambition is to cultivate a premier service organization recognized nationally for its leadership in these areas.Our mission is to take away technology headaches allowing our clients to focus on their core business.  

NexusTek’s 375 employees span 43 states to service our growing client base. We have physical offices in Denver, CO, Irvine, CA, New York, NY, and Monroe, CT.  

 
 
Working hours 

8:00 am - 5:00 pm local business hours  

Some afterhours as needed to accommodate clients   

Location requirements 

Remote, work from home in the United States with some travel 

 
Why this job is exciting 

This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead and innovate NexusTek's cybersecurity managed services, driving growth and success in areas like patching as a service, managed detection and response, and vulnerability management. You'll be at the forefront of integrating cybersecurity across Nexustek Managed Services, including the Hybrid Cloud Operations Center, while leading a talented team of security analysts. As a member of the senior management team, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of NexusTek's cybersecurity offerings, making a significant impact on the company's success. 

Who you are 

You are a dynamic leader ready to take charge of our Managed Security Services (MSS) division. Your focus is on delivering an exceptional customer experience, responsiveness, and value. You excel at setting the vision, strategy, and goals for security services, ensuring they align with both organizational objectives and client needs. You thrive in collaboration, partnering with sales, product, and customer success teams to expand MSS offerings and provide strategic advice on potential enhancements. 

You know how to:  

• Leadership and Strategy: Develop and lead the MSS division, focusing on customer experience and value delivery. Set vision and goals for security services, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
• Service Architecture and Delivery: Architect and implement scalable Managed Detection and Response (MDR) services. Design and manage end-to-end vulnerability and patch management programs. Develop service standards, SLAs, and processes for proactive security support.
• Customer Advisory and Consulting: Act as the senior security advisor, consulting with clients on risk management and compliance. Oversee client-facing workshops and strategic planning sessions.
• Operations and Management: Lead a skilled team of security analysts, engineers, and consultants. Manage MSS operations, including resource planning, budget management, and vendor relationships. Define and implement performance metrics for continuous improvement.
• Continuous Improvement and Innovation: Stay current on security threats, vulnerabilities, regulatory changes, and technology trends. Drive innovation by integrating new security tools and methodologies. Regularly evaluate and refine services to maintain competitive positioning.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; Master's degree or relevant professional certifications preferred.
• Relevant security certifications (CISSP, CISM, CEH, etc.).
• Expertise in security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001) and compliance standards (HIPAA, GDPR, etc.).
• Strong technical skills with familiarity across SIEM, SOAR, EDR, vulnerability management, and patching platforms.
• Excellent client-facing skills with the ability to provide strategic advice and deliver presentations.
• Strong project management skills and experience working in a collaborative team environment with cross-functional stakeholders.

Pay and Benefits:    

This is a full-time position located in the United States and performed remotely with some travel.  

In addition to legally-required benefits, NexusTek offers a generous benefit package to eligible full-time employees, which currently includes the following:  

• Four weeks of annual accrued PTO  
• Seven paid national holidays 
• Medical, dental, vision options  
• Company-paid life insurance, short and long-term disability 
• Voluntary benefits such as critical illness and accident 
• Voluntary Legal Shield and identity theft protection  
• Discretionary annual 401k match plan 
• Generous employee referral bonus plan 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Access to over 90,000+ courses in ADP My Learning  
• StandOut employee engagement tools
• Eligible to apply for a Pluralsight license 
• Eligible to apply for NexusTek Technical Academy or Leadership Academy 

We’re happy to provide our comprehensive benefits guide. Each benefit is subject to eligibility requirements as specified in plan documents, and the Company reserves the right to modify the benefits it offers from time to time. 

Interview Process - Typical interview process for this role: 

     Application Stage - Thanks for showing interest! 

• Submit your application and complete the Culture Index Survey offered in the application steps (link to survey also provided below)
  • Culture Index Link:  https://surveys.cultureindex.com/s/UFfhWqnV5S/71403

      Screening Stage - Let's get to know each other! 

• Our recruiters carefully consider each application. If you are selected to move forward, we will contact you for the introductory screening 
• 20 min Recruiter screening to introduce you to NexusTek and get to know what motivates you

      Interview Stage - We’ll dive into your experience more in depth 

• One-hour technical interview with the hiring manager (virtual) 
• One-hour follow-up interview with team member (virtual)
• Additional interviews may be requested based on availability
• References – 3 professional references at least one direct supervisor 
• You are welcome to request additional conversations with team members you didn’t get to meet during the process 

NexusTek provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws 

NexusTek participates in E-Verify for all US Employees 

Please be aware of potential recruitment fraud and fake social media pages. NexusTek will never ask you to pay a fee as part of the interview process. Additionally, we will not ask for your personal banking information until you have signed an employment offer and completed virtual onboarding training and paperwork provided by our HR team.  

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