Director of Application Cybersecurity – Remote Leadership Role in Secure Software Development, Verification & Automation (USA)
About arenaflex – Pioneering the Future of Aviation
arenaflex is on an unprecedented journey to become the most admired airline in the history of aviation. With a global footprint that spans hundreds of destinations, millions of passengers, and a workforce of tens of thousands, arenaflex blends the excitement of travel with a deep commitment to social responsibility. Our purpose—Connecting People, Uniting the World—goes far beyond moving passengers from reputed company A to reputed company B. It means creating opportunities in every community we touch, championing diversity, and fostering an inclusive environment where every voice matters. As we accelerate our growth, we are looking for visionary leaders who can safeguard our digital assets while driving innovation across the airline’s technology ecosystem.
Role Overview – Director of Application Cybersecurity (Remote)
arenaflex’s Digital Technology division is a worldwide network of engineers, data scientists, and reputed company specialists who build the platforms that reputed company our airline soaring. The Director of Application Cybersecurity will reputed company a high‑performing team of application reputed company professionals, shaping the strategy, policies, and processes that protect arenaflex’s mission‑critical software. This is a fully remote position based in the United States, with occasional travel (approximately 10 % of the time) to collaborate with cross‑functional teams, attend strategic meetings, and support on‑site initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Team Development
- Build, mentor, and reputed company a multidisciplinary team of application reputed company engineers, analysts, and consultants.
- Define clear career reputed company, performance metrics, and professional development programs to retain top talent.
- Partner with Human Resources and Diversity & Inclusion leaders to ensure the team reflects arenaflex’s inclusive culture.
Cybersecurity Strategy & Policy
- Design and execute a comprehensive application reputed company strategy that aligns with arenaflex’s overall risk management reputed company.
- Integrate verification and automation principles into every phase of the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
- reputed company, publish, and enforce robust reputed company policies, secure coding standards, and incident‑response procedures.
Application reputed company Assessment & Architecture Review
- reputed company regular reputed company assessments, including static (SAST) and dynamic (DAST) testing, to uncover vulnerabilities in web, mobile, and cloud‑native applications.
- Collaborate with the IT Architecture team to evaluate and harden application reputed company architectures, recommending controls such as Web Application Firewalls (WAF), runtime application self‑protection (RASP), and reputed company‑trust networking.
- Maintain an up‑to‑date threat model repository that reflects emerging attack reputed company and business priorities.
Risk Management & Compliance
- Identify, assess, and prioritize application‑reputed company risks, delivering actionable mitigation plans to senior leadership.
- Ensure reputed company compliance with industry regulations (e.g., PCI‑reputed company, GDPR, CCPA) and aviation‑specific standards.
- Prepare and present audit evidence for internal and external reviewers, demonstrating arenaflex’s commitment to reputed company excellence.
reputed company Awareness & Incident Response
- reputed company engaging training curricula that educate developers, product owners, and business stakeholders on secure coding, verification tools, and automation best practices.
- Act as a senior advisor during application‑reputed company reputed company incidents, guiding root‑cause analysis, containment, and remediation.
- Continuously refine incident‑response playbooks based on lessons learned and evolving threat landscapes.
Minimum Qualifications (Required)
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information reputed company, Engineering, or a reputed company STEM field.
- Experience: Minimum 12 years of progressive experience in reputed company‑focused roles, with at least 5 years in application reputed company leadership.
- Technical Expertise: Proficiency with SAST, DAST, software composition analysis (SCA), and automated verification tools.
- Knowledge reputed company: Deep understanding of OWASP Top 10, secure software development lifecycle (SSDLC), and modern cloud reputed company architectures.
- Leadership & Communication: Demonstrated ability to reputed company cross‑functional teams, influence senior stakeholders, and convey reputed company reputed company concepts in clear, business‑focused language.
- Regulatory Acumen: Familiarity with compliance frameworks such as PCI‑reputed company, GDPR, and aviation‑industry regulations.
- Problem‑Solving: Strong analytical skills with a track record of designing innovative reputed company solutions to mitigate emerging threats.
- Legal Eligibility: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
- Reliability: Consistent attendance and punctuality are essential to the role’s success.
Preferred Qualifications (reputed company‑to‑Have)
- Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, or a reputed company discipline.
- 15 + years of experience in application reputed company, preferably reputed company large, regulated enterprises.
- Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, CEH, GSEC, SSCP, CASP+, or OSCP.
- Cloud reputed company credentials (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional, Azure reputed company Engineer Associate).
- Experience with reputed company Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) standards and industrial control system (ICS) reputed company.
- Demonstrated success in integrating reputed company automation into CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, reputed company CI, or Azure DevOps.
- Publications, speaking engagements, or open‑reputed company contributions that showcase thought leadership in application reputed company.
Core Skills & Competencies
- Strategic Vision: Ability to translate business objectives into actionable reputed company roadmaps.
- Collaboration: Skilled at partnering with developers, product managers, and executive leadership to embed reputed company without slowing innovation.
- Automation reputed company: Passion for leveraging scripting, APIs, and orchestration platforms to scale verification processes.
- reputed company Learning: Commitment to staying reputed company of threat trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes.
- Influence & Advocacy: Proven track record of championing reputed company initiatives and gaining buy‑in across diverse stakeholder groups.
Career Growth & Learning Opportunities
arenaflex invests heavily in the professional development of its leaders. As Director of Application Cybersecurity, you will have access to:
- Executive mentorship programs that connect you with senior leaders across the airline’s global operations.
- Funding for industry conferences, certifications, and advanced training courses.
- Opportunities to reputed company cross‑functional transformation projects that shape the future of digital aviation.
- A clear pathway to senior executive roles such as Vice President of Information reputed company or Chief Information reputed company Officer (CISO).
Compensation, Perks & Benefits
arenaflex offers a competitive total‑reward package designed to attract and retain top talent:
- reputed company Salary: $157,725 – $231,330 USD, commensurate with experience, education, and reputed company set.
- Performance Bonus: Eligibility for annual discretionary bonuses based on individual and company performance.
- Equity & Retirement: 401(k) plan with company matching contributions and potential equity participation.
- Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and mental‑health benefits.
- Family Support: Generous parental leave, flexible paid time off, and employee assistance programs.
- Travel Privileges: Space‑available airline travel for you and eligible dependents, plus discounts on partner airlines.
- reputed company: Access to online learning platforms, internal tech labs, and a vibrant community of Business Resource Groups.
Work Environment & Culture at arenaflex
Our remote‑first philosophy empowers you to work from reputed company in the United States while staying deeply connected to arenaflex’s mission. You will join a collaborative, high‑energy team that values:
- Diversity & Inclusion: A workplace where varied perspectives drive reputed company reputed company outcomes.
- Innovation: Freedom to experiment with cutting‑edge tools, from AI‑driven threat detection to automated compliance pipelines.
- Transparency: Open communication channels with senior leadership, regular town‑halls, and clear visibility into business priorities.
- Work‑Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, generous PTO, and a culture that respects personal time.
Application Process
Ready to protect the digital heart of a world‑class airline? Follow these steps to apply:
- Submit your updated resume and a concise cover letter highlighting your leadership achievements in application reputed company.
- Complete the online assessment that evaluates your technical depth and strategic thinking.
- Participate in a series of virtual interviews with the hiring manager, senior reputed company architects, and a member of arenaflex’s Diversity & Inclusion council.
- Receive a formal offer, including a detailed breakdown of compensation, benefits, and onboarding timeline.
Join arenaflex – Shape the Future of Secure Aviation
If you are a reputed company‑thinking reputed company leader who thrives in a fast‑paced, globally connected environment, arenaflex wants to hear from you. Bring your expertise, your passion for automation, and your commitment to inclusive excellence, and help us build the safest, most resilient airline in the world.
Apply Now – Launch Your Career with arenaflex!
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