Dallas, TX USA
Job Description:
This position requires office presence of a minimum of 5 days per week and is only located in Dallas, Texas. No relocation is offered.
The Director (Chief Security Office M&A) will lead a team comprised of highly skilled cybersecurity professionals dedicated to evaluating and enhancing security for key software and hardware components, including consumer as well as employee mobile experiences. Our mission is to support both internal and external customers by ensuring the timely, cost-effective, and operationally cybersecure delivery of products and services.
What You Will Do:
Partner with corporate development, legal, and business unit leaders to evaluate and integrate cybersecurity risk management throughout the M&A lifecycle.
Conduct comprehensive cybersecurity due diligence on target companies, including assessment of software, hardware, infrastructure, and operational practices.
Identify, analyze, and document cyber risks and vulnerabilities associated with mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures, and recommend remediation strategies.
Develop and implement integration plans to align acquired assets with security standards, policies, and controls.
Oversee secure data migration, access control, and protection of intellectual property during transitions.
Lead cross-functional teams to ensure seamless and cybersecure integration of people, processes, and technology post-transaction.
Establish and enforce cybersecurity requirements in M&A contracts and partner agreements.
Drive continuous improvement by capturing lessons learned from each transaction and updating M&A cybersecurity playbooks and protocols.
What You Will Bring:
Master’s in Information Systems, Engineering, Mathematics or Cybersecurity preferred.
10 years of related experience.
Experience managing a technical team.
Proven ability to evaluate, implement, and oversee enterprise-grade security controls across software and hardware platforms.
Advanced skills in conducting threat modeling, vulnerability assessments, and risk analysis for large-scale technical environments.
In-depth knowledge of security standards and frameworks such as NIST, ISO/IEC 27001, CIS Controls, and industry-specific compliance (e.g., SOX, PCI-DSS, GDPR, HIPAA).
Ability to assess and manage the security posture of third-party vendors and partners.
Strong skills in developing detailed security policies, procedures, and technical documentation for cross-functional teams.
Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:
Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
401(k) plan
Tuition reimbursement program
Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 28 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Caregiver Leave
Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
Adoption Reimbursement
Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
Life and Accidental Death Insurance
Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
Extensive employee wellness programs
Restricted Stock
If you’re ready to make an impact on our business and your career, bring your bold ideas to a world of possibility.
Weekly Hours: 40, Time Type: Regular
Location: Dallas, Texas
TO APPLY:
Please forward resume and compensation requirements to Paul Martin at pmartin@pailingroup.com
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