Keyfactor · 13 hours ago
Chief Information Security Officer
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
15+ years expKeyfactor, Inc. is on a mission to build a connected society with identity-first security. The Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) will define and execute the enterprise-wide security strategy to safeguard customer data and corporate assets, providing leadership in governance, risk management, and compliance.
Enterprise SoftwareIdentity ManagementInformation ServicesInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Develop and implement a comprehensive enterprise security strategy that protects internal systems, operations, and corporate assets while reinforcing customer trust externally
Serve as the executive authority on information security, risk management, and security compliance, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and regulatory requirements
Collaborate with product, engineering, and business teams to embed security design principles and practices across all Keyfactor offerings
Represent Keyfactor externally to customers, partners, industry forums, and regulators to strengthen trust, demonstrate compliance, and communicate security commitments
Lead enterprise security operations, including threat detection, incident response, vulnerability management, and proactive risk mitigation
Maintain and continuously improve the Information Security Management System (ISMS), driving adherence to ISO 27001, SOC 2, FedRAMP, and emerging standards such as ISO 42001 for AI
Define and enforce security policies, procedures, and standards that ensure both internal resilience and external assurance for clients and partners
Conduct enterprise-wide risk assessments, audits, and reviews to identify, quantify, and mitigate security threats internally and across customer-facing services
Partner with Compliance and Legal teams to maintain adherence to global data protection, privacy, and regulatory standards (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, FedRAMP, AI)
Act as the executive sponsor for security certifications, audits, and customer assurance initiatives that validate Keyfactor's external trust posture
Provide Keyfactor senior leadership periodic assessments on current and emerging threats and the organizations posture to remediate those threats
Ensure that Keyfactor's corporate security training and awareness program is optimized to engage employees and improve security culture
Collaborate with product and engineering teams to integrate security into the full product lifecycle, including design, development, deployment, and maintenance
Champion secure software development practices, cryptographic innovation, and identity management solutions that protect customer data and enhance trust
Serve as the point of contact for customers and partners regarding security concerns, audits, and assurance programs, strengthening Keyfactor's reputation as a trusted provider
Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing global security organization focused on both internal protection and external assurance
Establish clear objectives, performance metrics, and professional development pathways for security, risk, and compliance teams
Foster a culture of proactive risk management, operational excellence, and cross-functional collaboration
Qualification
Required
Extensive experience (approximately 15+ years) in information security, including senior leadership or CISO-level roles
Deep expertise in cryptography, PKI, identity management, cloud security, and enterprise security architecture
Demonstrated experience leading enterprise security strategy in SaaS or cloud-native organizations
Strong knowledge of regulatory and compliance frameworks, including ISO 27001, SOC 2, FedRAMP, GDPR, and emerging AI governance standards
Proven ability to communicate complex security concepts to executives, boards, customers, and regulators
Exceptional leadership, collaboration, and strategic planning skills
Benefits
Second Fridays (a company-wide day off on the second Friday of every month minus November and December of 2025 due to the Holiday schedule). Please note that this benefit is subject to change.
Comprehensive benefit coverage globally.
Generous paid parental leave globally.
Competitive time off globally.
Dedicated employee-focused ambassadors via Key Contributors & Culture Committees.
DIVERSE Commitment, a call to action for a more inclusive and diverse future in business, society, and technology.
The Keyfactor Alliance Program to support DEIB efforts.
Wellbeing resources, wellness allowance, mindfulness app free membership, Wellness Wednesdays.
Global Volunteer Day, company non-profit matching, and 3 volunteer days off.
Monthly Talent development and Cross Functional meetings to support professional development.
Regular All Hands meetings – followed by group gatherings.
Company
Keyfactor
Keyfactor offers secure digital identity management solutions and empowers global enterprises to master every digital identity.
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2023 (1)
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$211.85MKey Investors
Sixth StreetInsight PartnersGeneral Motors Ventures
2023-10-24Private Equity
2021-04-15Private Equity· $125M
2019-01-22Private Equity· $77M
Leadership Team
Kevin von Keyserling
Co-Founder & Chief Strategy Officer
Ted Shorter
Chief Technology Officer
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