Accertify, Inc. · 21 hours ago
Director of Information Security
Itasca, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$160K/yr - $175K/yr
8+ years expAccertify, Inc. is a leading digital platform assessing risk across the customer journey. They are seeking a Director of Information Security to lead and strengthen the security posture of the Accertify ecosystem, overseeing compliance and driving a secure culture across their environments.
Credit CardsE-CommerceFraud DetectionInternetPaymentsSecurity
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead threat intelligence, incident response, and vulnerability management
Own end-to-end delivery of FedRAMP, PCI‑DSS, and SOC 2 compliance
Serve as the primary point of contact for client security assessments and external audits
Partner with the CTO to secure Java microservices and a distributed storage architecture
Oversee incident response readiness, execution, and communication
Provide security guidance on system design, architecture, and technical implementations
Lead and mentor the Information Security team to ensure consistent, high-quality practices
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Demonstrated success with FedRAMP authorization and PCI‑DSS Level 1 compliance
Strong experience securing containerized (Kubernetes) and Linux-based SaaS environments
8+ years of information security leadership in Fintech or SaaS organizations
8+ years of experience in information security, risk management, or cybersecurity
Excellent communication and stakeholder‑influencing skills
High level of ownership, with the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives in a dynamic environment
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative setting
Benefits
Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
Time Off: Paid time off, holidays, and personal days to maintain work-life balance.
Financial Growth: We offer competitive compensation, performance-based rewards, and local retirement or savings plans where applicable, along with financial education resources.
Career Development: Training programs, mentorship opportunities, and growth potential within the company.
Wellness Support: Mental health resources and wellness programs.
Family-Friendly Perks: Parental leave, flexible work arrangements.
Extras & Perks: Commuter benefits, employee discounts, and company-sponsored events.
Company
Accertify, Inc.
Expertise. Experience. Trust.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$7.13MKey Investors
Intel Capital
2024-01-16Acquired
2010-05-04Series Unknown· $0.7M
2009-06-06Series B· $2.43M
Leadership Team
Michael Mallon
Director - Global Product Management
Thomas Doner
Director - Solution Consulting
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