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Neros Technologies

Director of Security

Torrance, CA · On-site

$200K - $250K/yr

Who we are Neros is a defense technology company rebuilding America's drone industrial base. We ... What you will be doing The Director of Security is the architect of Neros' defensive posture ...

Unitus Security, LLC

Director of Security

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$58K - $78K/yr

Multiple Director of Security Positions Join Georgia's Premier Security Guard Service - Unitus Security Unitus Security, a leading provider of security services for Class A Commercial and Mixed-Use ...

Neros Technologies

Director of Security

Torrance, CA · On-site

$200K - $250K/yr

Who we are Neros is a defense technology company rebuilding America's drone industrial base. We ... What you will be doing The Director of Security is the architect of Neros' defensive posture ...

Arrow Security

Director of Security

Manhattan, NY

$77K - $87K/yr

With our continued growth and mission focus we are looking to add a Director of Security to support one of our prestigious clients in New York City. Lead a top-performing security team, oversee ...

Nation Security

Director of Security

Miami, FL · On-site

We seek an experienced and highly motivated Director of Security to join our team at one of our clients' luxury properties in Brickell, Florida. In this pivotal role, you will oversee and coordinate ...

Nation Security Services

Director of Security

Miami, FL · On-site

$23 - $25/hr

We are seeking an experienced, proactive Director of Security to lead security operations at an elite, luxury property in the heart of Brickell. In this high-visibility position, you will safeguard ...

Nation Security

Director of Security

Miami, FL · On-site

We seek an experienced and highly motivated Director of Security to join our team at one of our clients' luxury properties in Brickell, Florida. In this pivotal role, you will oversee and coordinate ...

EQT Corporation

Director of Security

Canonsburg, PA · On-site

The Director of Security will lead EQT's enterprise security program, protecting our people, assets, operations, information, and reputation while enabling safe and reliable business performance ...

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for director of security defense in the United States is $104,452.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $85,000.00 and $117,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a director of security defense do?

A Director of Security Defense is responsible for overseeing and managing an organization's security strategies to protect against cyber threats, data breaches, and other security risks. They lead teams in developing, implementing, and maintaining security policies, incident response plans, and defense mechanisms. This role often involves monitoring emerging threats, coordinating with other departments, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Directors of Security Defense play a crucial role in safeguarding both digital and physical assets of a company.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a director of security defense?

To thrive as a Director of Security Defense, you need deep expertise in cybersecurity, risk management, and incident response, typically backed by a bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with industry-standard security frameworks (such as NIST or ISO 27001), security information and event management (SIEM) systems, and certifications like CISSP or CISM are highly valued. Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and communication skills help manage teams and convey complex security issues to stakeholders. These skills are critical for proactively safeguarding organizational assets, ensuring regulatory compliance, and leading effective defense strategies against evolving threats.

What are some common challenges faced by a director of security defense when leading a security team in a large organization?

A Director of Security Defense often faces challenges such as balancing proactive threat mitigation with incident response, managing diverse teams with varying skillsets, and ensuring compliance with evolving regulations. Coordinating across multiple departments to align security strategies with business objectives can also be complex. Additionally, staying ahead of sophisticated cyber threats while maintaining stakeholder communication and training programs requires strong leadership and continuous learning.

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Director of Security

Torrance, CA • On-site

Neros Technologies
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$200K - $250K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

Who we are

Neros is a defense technology company rebuilding America's drone industrial base. We design and manufacture high-performance unmanned systems that are tested in combat, iterated at startup speed, and built at massive scale. Our team culture is fast, hands-on, and obsessed with closing the gap between design and deployment.

As drones transform the character of warfare, Neros is delivering the systems the West needs to compete on the modern battlefield and deter the adversaries of democracy. We're hiring engineers, operators, and builders who want to move fast, take on extreme ownership, and get capability into the hands of warfighters in months, not years.

What you will be doing

The Director of Security is the architect of Neros' defensive posture, unifying physical, digital, and industrial security under a single strategic command. Reporting directly to the CEO, this role will design and operationalize the security infrastructure for all current and future manufacturing facilities while building out a dedicated Security Organization-managing an FSO, CISO, dedicated security personnel, and engaging external security vendors-to ensure our people, IP, and production lines are protected from threats and compliant with DoD standards. This is a high-ownership executive role for an interdisciplinary leader driven by real-world outcomes-protecting defense manufacturing sites, neutralizing deliberate cyber attacks, and managing the operational risk of deploying hardware systems into active war zones.

  • Multi-Domain Security Architecture: Design and implement a unified security strategy that covers all aspects of our organization, including facility hardening, digital network defense, personnel security, and more.
  • Facility & Industrial Protection: Oversee the security build-out of current and upcoming facilities, including access, surveillance, and inventory controls to secure our production lines without stifling throughput.
  • Compliance & Governance: Secure Neros' ability to win prime contracts by driving the roadmap to necessary security clearances, certifications, and accreditations; direct the CISO and FSO to execute technical and physical controls required for DCSA, ITAR/EAR, and other compliances.
  • Team Leadership: Build and run the CSO office-recruiting and managing dedicated security personnel to assist in executing daily operations-while partnering as a peer with Neros Leadership to align corporate infrastructure with security governance.
  • Crisis & Risk Management: Define protocols for emergency response, insider threat detection, and business continuity, ensuring Neros remains operational under pressure.

You should have the following

  • 8+ years of progressive experience in corporate or government security, with at least 2 years in a leadership role (CSO, VP, or Director level)
  • Currently holds or has the ability to obtain TS/SCI Security Clearance
  • Proven experience managing "converged" security (ownership of both physical security and cybersecurity strategy)
  • Deep expertise in physical security system design (access control, CCTV, IDS) and facility hardening, ideally for manufacturing or critical infrastructure
  • Strong working knowledge of government compliance frameworks (NIST 800-171, CMMC, NISPOM, ITAR/EAR)
  • Experience partnering with IT leadership to secure complex network architectures
  • Demonstrated ability to build security teams and programs from scratch in a high-growth environment
  • Willingness to work in-person in Los Angeles, CA

Nice to have

  • Experience obtaining Facility Security Clearances and guiding companies through FCL sponsorship
  • Background in the intelligence community, military intelligence, or other special operations
  • Experience with SCIF/SAPF construction and accreditation
  • Previous experience at a hardware companies 
  • Previous experience scaling companies from Series B+

US Salary Range

$200,000 - $250,000 USD

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are considered part of Neros' total compensation package.

We're an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all applicants without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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