Director, Information Security

Director, Information Security

 

Location:                      Hybrid, Alpharetta, GA
Employment Type:    Full-Time
Compensation:          $180,000.00 - $228,000.00 (Range applies to US candidates only) + Benefits/Variable Comp/Equity - Range may vary based on experience. 
Benefits Offered:       Vision, Medical, Life, Dental, 401K

 

Summary

OneStream is seeking a Director of Information Security to join its Information Security team. This high-impact leadership role will oversee a team of Information Security Managers and be responsible for designing, implementing, and monitoring a comprehensive information security strategy that safeguards the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of both company and customer data. The Director will play a key role in fostering a secure and efficient IT environment, essential for meeting industry standards and regulatory compliance. Reporting directly to the CISO, this individual will drive cross-functional alignment and help further embed information security into the company’s culture and platform development. The ideal candidate is a results-driven security professional with deep technical expertise, strong leadership capabilities, and a strategic mindset.

 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of Information Security Managers across multiple pillars, including Application Security, Cloud Security, SOC, Solutions, Program Management, and AI.
• Deliver executive-level reporting and key security metrics to the CISO to support strategic decision-making.
• Build and strengthen cross-functional partnerships to align security strategies with organizational goals and drive security maturity across departments.
• Oversee the management, optimization, and strategic use of security technologies such as SIEM, EDR, and related tools to ensure effective and evolving protection.
• Contribute to the development and execution of the Information Security roadmap, including strategies, policies, and procedures, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
• Collaborate with Risk, Audit, and Compliance teams to maintain adherence to regulatory requirements and industry standards (e.g., SOX, NIS2, GDPR, FedRAMP, ISO 27001, NIST).
• Proactively identify security risks and evolving operational needs to inform strategic planning and resource allocation.
• Oversee the detection, investigation, and resolution of security incidents in partnership with the Incident Manager.

 

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in Information Security, including a minimum of 5 years in a leadership or management capacity.
• Proven track record of managing high-performing Information Security teams within global and/or publicly traded organizations.
• Deep understanding of modern threat landscapes, emerging security technologies, and enterprise security architecture.
• Strong knowledge of industry best practices and evolving regulatory requirements.
• Extensive experience in IT Security and infrastructure, risk management, internal audit, security testing and auditing, and the development and implementation of security policies and procedures.
• Familiarity with key compliance and regulatory frameworks such as SOC 2 and FedRAMP.
• Holds one or more industry-recognized certifications, including but not limited to:
• ISC2 Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• ISACA Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
• GIAC Strategic Planning, Policy, and Leadership (GSTRT)
• CompTIA Security+
• Other relevant security certifications

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Highly organized with a strategic approach to managing competing priorities and complex initiatives.
• Committed to continuous professional growth and staying ahead of evolving security trends and technologies.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to support sound judgment and high-impact decision-making.
• Proactive and driven, with a demonstrated ability to take initiative and lead efforts independently.
• Confident, independent thinker with a track record of exercising discretion and sound judgment in high-pressure situations.
• Quick thinker with the ability to adapt and respond effectively in dynamic and fast-paced environments.
• Decisive leader with a well-honed ability to make informed, timely decisions i