Executive Director - Security, Privacy & Compliance

Organization:

Phenom

Location:

Ambler, PA

Description:

About the job

Job Requirements

At Phenom, our purpose is to help a billion people find the right work through our AI-powered talent experience platform. We are redefining the HR tech space by providing innovative solutions that enable companies to recruit, develop, and manage their employees more effectively. As a rapidly growing global organization with over 1,500 employees across 6 countries, we foster a culture of creativity and continuous innovation. We are looking for a highly motivated, experienced, and curious Executive Director, Security Privacy & Compliance. The ideal candidate would have knowledge of software security, data privacy, information security, application security, and regulatory standards for a SaaS platform.

What You'll Do

In this role, you will manage security programs, refine the current landscape and supervise the security & compliance team. You will also educate our employees and customers on Phenom’s security framework.

• Perform continuous development, manage, and execute the information security and compliance program, the training program, and the internal and customer vulnerability management program
• Ensure Phenom’s security and compliance program is effective, efficient, and remains updated.
• Manage the Information Security and Compliance team
• Monitor security threat and risk management feeds for concerns; evaluate coordination options, determine trusted personnel and perform remediation as necessary
• Monitor internal communication channels for indicators of security events or actions which have a possible security ramification, also enforce policy and procedure adherence
• Manage FedRAMP program and update FedRAMP assessment and authorization documents
• Manage assessments: SOC2, ISO, FedRAMP, NIST, etc.
• Troubleshoot vulnerability scans
• Address customer security survey requirements
• Work with Sales Team – be the Lead in assisting regarding security & privacy
• RFP & Proposals – contribute to technical sections of the RFPs and Proposals
• Able to run application scans for various Phenom applications and work with development to remediate vulnerabilities
• Completing risk assessments
• Conduct Manual Pen Testing on complex applications
• Apply ethical hacking standards to proactively identify issues
• Perform periodic third-party Risk Assessments
• Perform Internal Audits
• Assist in regulatory accreditation processes

Qualifications:

What You've Done

• 8+ years of experience in an information security role
• Strong understanding of security tools, technologies, and policies
• Strong Application Security background
• A bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of information risk concepts and principles as a means of relating business needs to security controls
• Experience with compliance audits such as FedRAMP/FISMA and SOC 2/ISO
• Experience with SSAE-18/SOC 2 and familiarity with ISO control mapping
• Familiarity with security architecture and operational principles
• Solid understanding of network protocols
• Good understanding of GDPR, CCPA, Russia Data Privacy, and other global privacy regulations
• Prior experience in working with C-level individuals on the client's side
• Prior experience in application development (including Mobile) and SDLC processes is preferred
• Professional ethical hacking experience using one or more of the following tools: Fortify On-Demand, Tenable IO, SOAPUI, HIDS, and NIDS, DLP Solutions
• Preferred Certifications (not required) – CISA, Certified Ethical Hacker, others in-app security and/or data privacy domain
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong collaboration skills with the ability to positively influence and motivate teams
• Ability to work in a fast pace environment with minimal supervision

Compensation:

Salary

• Expected salary range $180,000 - $220,000

Please note the Salary range is subject to change in the future in accordance with Phenom’s policies

Benefits

• We want you to be your best self and to pursue your passions!
• Health and wellness benefits/programs to support holistic employee health
• Flexible hours and working schedules, as well as parental leave for new parents
• Growing organization with career pathing and development opportunities
• Tons of perks and extras in every location for all Phenoms!

How to Apply:

Apply Online

URL:

https://careers.phenom.com/global/en/job/P-103966/Executive-Director---Security-Privacy--Compliance

Posted:

09-Dec-2025