Overview ImagineX is a software services firm whose goal is to help our clients transform their businesses by embracing emerging technologies such as AI, Data, Cybersecurity, and Mobile. Through experimentation techniques and modern delivery methods, we assist our clients in driving higher quality solutions to market faster.
We’re looking for a Senior Director, Cyber Architecture and Engineering to join our growing team. This is a 100% remote role with 25-30% travel for internal and/or client meetings as needed. We offer an aggressive salary and bonus packages, unlimited PTO, 401K matching and much more.
Duties Internal CISO Responsibilities
Lead the firm’s cybersecurity program, covering governance, risk management, resilience, and compliance
Oversee incident response, vulnerability management, and disaster recovery planning
Ensure compliance with leading frameworks and standards: NIST CSF, ISO 27001 (most relevant for IX), SOC 2, CIS Controls, CMMC, and others
Provide regular reporting to executive leadership and the board on risk posture, threats, and required investments
Client-Facing Responsibilities
Deliver billable cybersecurity leadership and advisory services, including acting as interim/fractional CISO for clients (~25% billable)
Architect secure, scalable solutions across cloud, hybrid, and on-prem environments
Integrate AI-enabled security capabilities related to ImagineX’s cyber domains (threat detection, SOC automation, anomaly detection, adversarial AI defenses) into solutions
Align client programs with recognized frameworks (NIST, ISO, CIS Controls, Zero Trust, MITRE ATT&CK, CMMC)
Support business development through solution design, client presentations, RFP/RFI contributions, and executive-level relationship building
Leadership & Practice Development
Define and evolve our cybersecurity architecture and engineering strategy within the Digital Services portfolio
Mentor and grow a team of architects and engineers, fostering expertise in resilience and AI-enabled security
Collaborate across practices (cloud, AI/ML, data, digital engineering) to build integrated client offerings
Drive delivery excellence with reusable playbooks, reference architectures, and governance models
Drive thought leadership within the cybersecurity team (e.g., brown bags, technical IP, speaking engagements)
Qualifications Experience acting as or supporting a CISO function, ideally in both internal and client-facing contexts
Broad technical and functional expertise across:
Cyber resilience (incident response, crisis management, disaster recovery, continuity planning)
Cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Application and DevSecOps security
Identity and access management
Network and infrastructure security
Data protection and privacy
Threat management and detection engineering
AI/ML in cybersecurity (SOC automation, anomaly detection, behavioral analytics, adversarial AI, model security)
Deep familiarity with frameworks: NIST CSF, NIST 800-53, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, Zero Trust, MITRE ATT&CK, CMMC
Proven success leading large, cross-domain security programs and delivering billable consulting engagements
Strong executive presence with the ability to influence and communicate with CxOs and boards
Relevant certifications (CISSP, CISM, CCSP, SABSA, TOGAF, or AI/ML certifications) strongly preferred
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