Director, IT & Cybersecurity

About the role

Revamp Engineering is looking for a senior leader to own its information security program and overall IT architecture. Reporting to the VP of Finance & Operations, the Director will guide technology risk, protect client data, and ensure secure, reliable access for engineers and partners.

Key responsibilities

• Serve as the technical authority for information security and IT architecture across on‑premises and cloud environments, setting standards and approving designs.
• Define and enforce the firm’s AI security posture and manage identity, endpoint, networking, backup, and recovery solutions.
• Assess and mature the security program against the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) 2.0, creating a roadmap and leading high‑priority remediation.
• Develop, test, and lead disaster recovery, business continuity, and incident response plans, acting as the hands‑on incident lead.
• Commission independent assessments, audits, and penetration tests, prioritize findings, and ensure compliance with industry and client requirements.

Required profile

• 10+ years of IT experience with recent focus on information security, security architecture, or infrastructure leadership.
• Hands‑on expertise in on‑premises and cloud environments, including identity, endpoint, networking, and backup systems.
• Proven ability to build and run an information security program, report to executives, and lead real security incidents.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of translating technical risk into plain‑language recommendations for leadership.
• Willingness to work on‑site in Oakland 3–5 days per week.

Required skills

• NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) 2.0
• AI security controls and risk management
• Identity and access management
• Endpoint protection
• Network security and segmentation
• Backup and disaster recovery technologies
• Cloud architecture (public and private)
• Incident response and tabletop exercises
• Security assessments, audits, and penetration testing
• Vendor and managed‑service provider management

What we offer

• Employee Ownership ESOP program
• Competitive salary with bonus
• 99% employer‑paid health, vision, dental, and life insurance
• Medical, dependent care, and commuter FSAs
• Monthly health and wellness stipend
• Generous vacation, sick, holiday, and parental leave
• 401(k) with 100% match up to 6% (immediate vesting)
• Paid volunteer time off and charitable donation matching