[Remote] Global Head of Cyber Defense and Security Operations

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. UST is a mission-driven technology company that transforms lives through innovation. They are seeking a Global Head of Cyber Defense and Security Operations to lead their 24x7 Security Operations Center and oversee various security functions, ensuring the security posture of both the organization and its clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead the global 24x7 SOC, detection engineering, threat hunting, threat intelligence, malware analysis, digital forensics, and incident response functions
• Drive measurable improvements in MTTD, MTTR, ATT&CK-aligned detection coverage, and analyst efficiency through automation, orchestration, and continuous tuning
• Own Security Posture Management as a continuous discipline -translating control gaps, detection coverage, and threat exposure into prioritized remediation actions aligned to UST's risk appetite
• Own the security operations technology stack - SIEM, SOAR, EDR/XDR, NDR, email security, DLP, deception, and threat intelligence platforms and the roadmap that keeps it ahead of the threat
• Drive the Breach and Attack Simulation (BAS) program to continuously validate detection coverage and control effectiveness against real-world attack patterns
• Own Digital Risk Monitoring and Brand Protection - covering external threat surface, dark web exposure, credential leakage, and brand impersonation targeting UST and its clients
• Own the end-to-end Vulnerability and Penetration Testing findings lifecycle from intake and prioritization through remediation coordination, closure validation, and reporting- partnering with Engineering, Architecture, and application teams to drive accountability and measurable risk reduction
• Govern the Responsible Disclosure program, serving as the operational owner for vulnerability intake, security researcher engagement, and remediation coordination
• Partner with Security Engineering and Architecture to operationalize controls and scale detection-as-code practices across the environment
• Serve as the senior US-resident security leader and primary escalation point for US executive leadership on all cyber defense matters
• Partner with the Global CISO on quarterly Board of Directors and Audit Committee materials, executive risk reporting, and governance deliverables - owning the underlying metrics, narrative, and analysis
• Represent UST's cyber defense program in client-facing engagements with CIO, CXOs, and CISO teams - security reviews, assurance discussions, joint tabletop exercises, post-incident debriefs, and strategic roadmap conversations
• Translate client expectations and regulatory pressure (FFIEC, NYDFS, HIPAA, HITRUST, PCI, SOX, NAIC, NIST CSF, ISO 27001) into operational requirements for the global team
• Build trusted peer relationships with CISOs in UST's client base and with industry ISACs and government partners, including CISA, FBI, and sector-specific ISACs
• Lead the Insider Risk and Insider Threat program in partnership with HR, Legal, Employee Relations, and Privacy - covering monitoring strategy, investigation protocols, case management, and offboarding controls
• Coordinate with Legal and Privacy on incident response notification, regulatory engagement, litigation holds, eDiscovery support, and law enforcement liaison
• Own US-specific compliance and assurance activities requiring domestic presence - client audits, regulatory engagements, and federal and state-level inquiries
• Lead, mentor, and grow a global Cyber Defense organization headquartered in India - building a high-trust operating model that bridges time zones and cultures
• Establish clear operating cadences, KPIs, and decision rights that empower India-based leadership while maintaining alignment with US executive priorities
• Sponsor talent development, succession planning, and a culture of technical excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Maintain a regular travel cadence to India and client sites to build presence and reinforce one global team

Skills

• At least 12 years in cybersecurity, with at least 5 years leading security operations, cyber defense, or incident response at enterprise scale
• Demonstrated success running a 24x7 SOC and modern detection and response stack -SIEM, SOAR, EDR/XDR, and threat intelligence
• Experience leading globally distributed teams across multiple time zones, ideally including India or a major offshore delivery hub
• Executive presence and the ability to communicate credibly with CIOs, CTOs, CISOs, auditors, and regulators - and to produce Board-quality reporting in partnership with the Global CISO
• Hands-on command of the MITRE ATT&CK framework, detection engineering, threat hunting methodology, and the NIST 800-61 incident response lifecycle
• Strong track record partnering with HR, Legal, and Privacy on insider risk and personnel security
• US-based, with the ability to travel internationally (~15-25%)
• Prior Security Leadership Experience, or Global Head of Cyber Defense / SecOps experience
• Active relationships with US law enforcement and federal cyber agencies - FBI, USSS, CISA, DHS -with demonstrated experience engaging them in incident response, investigations, or threat intelligence coordination
• Background in or serving regulated industries (financial services, healthcare, government, critical infrastructure) and fluency with relevant frameworks (FFIEC, NYDFS, HIPAA/HITRUST, PCI DSS, SOX, NIST CSF, ISO 27001)
• Field CISO, client-facing security advisory, or consulting leadership experience
• Active participation in ISACs, sector partnerships, or government-industry forums (CISA, FBI InfraGard, sector ISACs)
• Industry certifications: CISSP, CISM, GCIH, GCFA, GCIA, or equivalent
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field - equivalent experience considered

Benefits

• Full-time, regular employees accrue a minimum of 10 days of paid vacation per year
• Receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year)
• 10 paid holidays
• Are eligible for paid bereavement leave and jury duty
• Eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching
• They and their dependents residing in the US are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid Employee Only benefits: basic life insurance, accidental death and disability insurance, and short- and long-term disability benefits
• Regular employees may purchase additional voluntary short-term disability benefits
• Participate in a Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for healthcare, dependent child care, and/or commuting expenses as allowable under IRS guidelines
• Benefits offerings vary in Puerto Rico
• Part-time employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year)
• Eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching
• Full-time temporary employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year)
• Eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) program with employer matching
• They and their dependents residing in the US are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Part-time temporary employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year)
• All US employees who work in a state or locality with more generous paid sick leave benefits than specified here will receive the benefit of those sick leave laws

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