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About the Role

UpGuard is seeking a leader to own the entire enterprise technology stack, including security and infrastructure, identity, end-user compute, networking, and cloud platform. This role is unique as security is integrated into the foundation of the technology stack, rather than being a separate function. The ideal candidate will have a background in running infrastructure or operations at scale with security layered over it. You will lead a team across IT Operations, Security Operations, Cloud Platform Engineering, and GRC, with a focus on maturing security operations and leveraging automation. As customer zero, you will use UpGuard's Cyber Risk Posture Management platform extensively, providing valuable feedback to Product, Sales, and Customer Success teams.

Responsibilities

Own the full technology and security remit, including enterprise infrastructure, security, identity, applications, and workplace technology.
Lead and grow IT & Security Operations, Cloud Platform Engineering, and GRC functions.
Mature security operations by building detection, analytics, orchestration, and response capabilities.
Own identity management (IAM) and identity governance and administration (IGA) across the global workforce.
Own the network and cloud perimeter, implementing Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA).
Own end-user compute globally, managing a predominantly macOS fleet and enterprise managed browser services for BYOD.
Own workspace technology and physical security services for offices.
Own the compliance program, including SOC-2 Type II and ISO 27001.
Act as customer zero, utilizing and providing feedback on UpGuard's platform.
Communicate effectively at the executive level, including to the Steering Committee and the Board.

Requirements

Proven track record of personally building and operating technology at scale, with security layered over it.
Experience running a data center, infrastructure function, or substantial operations function where security became a remit.
Demonstrated ability to achieve significant results with limited resources, prioritizing automation over headcount.
Genuine comfort owning infrastructure, security, applications, and identity concurrently.
Hands-on credibility with the ability to architect controls, review code, and lead incidents.
Substantial Google Cloud Platform (GCP) experience strongly preferred; deep AWS or Azure experience considered.
Experience with zero trust access, identity-centric security models, and modern SaaS estate management.
Accountable ownership of a compliance program (e.g., SOC 2, ISO 27001) through audit.
Ability to absorb context quickly and operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-growth, remote-first environment.
High-energy, self-directed, and relentless personal drive.

Skills

Infrastructure operations
Security operations
Cloud platform engineering
GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance)
Identity and Access Management (IAM)
Identity Governance and Administration (IGA)
Network security
Cloud perimeter security
Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA)
End-user compute management
Compliance program management (SOC 2, ISO 27001)
Automation
GCP
AWS
Azure
Risk management
Vendor management
Procurement
Executive communication

Location

Remote

Work Type

Fully remote

Experience Level

Leader who has personally built and operated technology at scale

Benefits

Monthly Lifestyle subsidy
WFH set-up allowance
$1500 USD annual Learning & Development allowance
Annual leave (PTO plus two additional UpGuardian leave days)
18 weeks paid Parental Leave
Personal Leave Allowance (sick & carer’s leave)
Top-spec hardware
Generative AI subsidy

About the Company

UpGuard is replacing manual security bottlenecks with AI-driven precision.
They have recently secured US$75M in Series C funding and are scaling their infrastructure to process 100 billion risk signals daily.
UpGuard builds the Cyber Risk Posture Management (CRPM) platform, integrating security ratings, threat intelligence, and agentic AI.
The company is defining a category in cyber risk management.
UpGuard is a Certified Great Place to Work® in the US, Australia, UK, and India.

Equal Opportunity

As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.
For positions in the United States, hiring is supported only in the following states: CA, MD, MA, IL, OR, WA, CO, TX, FL, PA, LA, MO, or DC.
Candidates will need to undertake a national police history check and reference checks.
Visa sponsorship or relocation is not supported at this time.