Director, ProdSecOps

Own threat detection and telemetry fidelity end-to-end — high-fidelity signals into SIEM, log source coverage across endpoint, SaaS, cloud, and network.

Own incident management — ensure the incident response plan is defined, tested, and executable, with clear escalation paths and playbooks.

Drive detection engineering — use case development, correlation rules, alert tuning, and measurable noise reduction.

Manage the MSSP relationship — enforce SLAs, drive false-positive reduction, and define L1 alert handling procedures.

Deliver the 24/7 coverage model — on-call structure, follow-the-sun planning, SOAR automation of Tier 1 triage.

Consolidate the security stack — one signal, one view, less noise. Drive down cost and eliminate coverage gaps.

Own the security tooling lifecycle — evaluation, vendor management, implementation, and adoption to production maturity across both functions.

Communicate at the executive level — concise, compelling, business-risk framing. Influence decision-making at senior level.

Lead collaborative initiatives across the organization. Navigate complex stakeholder relationships to drive decisions and outcomes.

Champion security culture across engineering and the wider business. Inspire others to care about security.

Coach and mentor the team. Drive a culture of learning, quality, and accountability.

Anticipate emerging risks, including AI-related risk, and shape security strategy accordingly.

10+ years in cybersecurity with significant depth in both product/application security and security operations.

Proven leadership of security engineering or SOC teams — including distributed, multi-region teams.

Expert-level knowledge of secure SDL frameworks (OWASP SAMM, NIST SSDF), threat modelling, and security architecture.

Deep experience with detection engineering, SIEM/XDR platforms, incident response, and MSSP management.

Strong cloud security expertise — AWS required; container and Kubernetes security experience.

Track record of translating technical risk into business impact for executive audiences.

Experience building or maturing vulnerability management programs with engineering ownership models.

Experience in tech and regulated environments — betting, gaming, or sports data.

Experience integrating acquired companies into an existing security program.

Security certifications — CISSP, OSCP, GIAC, or equivalent.

Experience with SOAR implementation and security automation at scale.

Experience operating follow-the-sun or 24/7 security coverage models.

We enjoy an ‘office-first’ culture and maximize opportunities to collaborate, connect and learn together. Our hybrid working models differ depending on your role and location. Occasional travel may be required.

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