Information Security Director

We are looking for an experienced Information Security Director to lead and strengthen enterprise security efforts in San Antonio, Texas. This role will guide security strategy, partner with cross-functional teams to reduce risk, and help ensure compliance with applicable standards and regulations. The ideal candidate brings deep cybersecurity expertise, strong leadership capability, and the judgment to communicate complex security priorities clearly across technical and executive audiences.

Responsibilities:
• Lead the organization’s information security program by setting direction, establishing priorities, and aligning security initiatives with broader business objectives.
• Partner with operational and technical teams to evaluate risk, close security design weaknesses, and support compliance obligations across the enterprise.
• Create, maintain, and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures that promote a resilient and well-governed security environment.
• Measure the performance of security controls, prepare reports on program effectiveness, and recommend practical improvements based on findings and emerging threats.
• Oversee coordination across teams to ensure resources are used effectively, security goals remain aligned, and major initiatives progress on schedule.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to team members and other leaders, supporting career growth and strengthening management capability within the organization.
• Foster an environment of trust, open communication, and accountability so teams can raise concerns, share ideas, and resolve issues constructively.
• Communicate security strategies, risks, and recommendations to stakeholders at multiple levels, including peers, leadership, vendors, and end users.
• Support troubleshooting and incident-related efforts involving firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention tools, and broader security architecture as needed.
• Perform other related duties necessary to support the organization’s cybersecurity and IT leadership objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• At least 6 years of cybersecurity experience in an enterprise environment, K-12 setting, or higher education organization, including 2 or more years in a lead or leadership capacity.
• Demonstrated expertise in cybersecurity governance, cyber risk management, security architecture, and configuration management.
• Hands-on knowledge of firewall and network security technologies, including platforms such as Check Point, Cisco ASA, intrusion detection systems, and intrusion prevention solutions.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make sound decisions that carry organizational impact.
• Ability to communicate effectively with technical teams, business partners, and executive leadership while translating complex topics into clear action.
• Experience coaching, mentoring, and developing team members across multiple functions or workgroups.
• Preferred: senior-level security certification such as CISSP or a comparable credential, current or obtained within the last five years.