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Tomball, TX 77377

Posted: 10/31/2025 Employment Type: Direct Hire Job Function: Technology/IT Job Number: 24643 Pay: $200-225,000 Remote / Hybrid Jobs: Hybrid

Job Description

A leading inspection services company is seeking a VP of Cybersecurity to design and lead a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy that safeguards enterprise systems, data, and operations. The ideal candidate is a strategic and technically proficient leader with deep expertise in cybersecurity frameworks, risk management, and incident response, complemented by strong executive presence and collaboration skills. Working cross-functionally, the new leader will strengthen the organization’s security posture by developing scalable security programs, managing risks and incidents, and fostering a culture of resilience while aligning cybersecurity initiatives with broader business objectives and digital transformation goals.

Salary + Additional Benefits:

$200,000-$225,000 + STIP
Medical, Dental Insurance
401K - company match

Location: Houston, TX
Type of Position: Direct Hire

Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership
- Develop and execute a company-wide cybersecurity strategy aligned with business and risk priorities.
- Advise executive leadership and the Board on emerging cyber threats, regulatory trends, and security posture.
- Build and lead a multi-year roadmap that balances risk reduction, operational capability, and cost efficiency.
- Serve as a trusted advisor across IT, Operations, and Legal to embed security into systems and processes.
- Lead cybersecurity due diligence and integration for M&A activity, ensuring both tuck-in and transformational acquisitions are securely and efficiently brought into the company’s environment.
Operational Execution
- Act as a hands-on leader for cybersecurity operations, including vulnerability management, incident response, and monitoring.
- Implement and manage core security technologies (SIEM, EDR, IAM, etc.) and coordinate SOC services.
- Oversee and improve threat detection, response, and recovery capabilities across on-premises and cloud environments.
- Drive continuous improvement through metrics, automation, and root cause analysis of security events.
Governance, Risk, and Compliance
- Maintain compliance with cybersecurity standards such as NIST 800-171, ISO 27001, and applicable data protection laws (e.g., GDPR).
- Lead cybersecurity audits, assessments, and third-party risk management processes.
- Establish and enforce security policies, procedures, and awareness programs across all levels of the organization.
- Partner across IT and internal audit teams to strengthen SOX and other regulatory control environments.
Team Development
- Recruit, coach, and develop a small but scalable cybersecurity team, over time, encompassing security operations, governance, and architecture.
- Foster a collaborative, business-aligned security culture that empowers teams while maintaining accountability.
- Manage external vendor and partner relationships to extend security capabilities efficiently.
Incident Response and Reporting
- Serve as the executive lead during significant cyber incidents, ensuring rapid containment, remediation, and communication.
- Maintain and lead incident response plans.
- Report to senior leadership on cybersecurity posture, trends, and risk exposures.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field required
Master’s degree or MBA preferred
CISSP required
Additional credentials such as CISM, CRISC, or CEH preferred
12+ years of progressive cybersecurity experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership capacity
Proven ability to scale cybersecurity capabilities in a mid- to large-scale enterprise environment
Experience balancing strategic leadership with hands-on technical execution
Demonstrated success building and leading cybersecurity programs in hybrid (on-prem/cloud) environments
Experience with SOC management, threat intelligence, and cloud security frameworks
Strategic thinker who can translate business objectives into actionable security outcomes
Strong communicator capable of influencing at the executive and operational levels
Hands-on proficiency with modern security tools and frameworks
Decisive, pragmatic, and comfortable with ambiguity in a fast-paced environment
Commitment to continuous improvement, learning, and collaboration
Flexibility for travel (10-15%)

Due to the high volume of applications we typically receive, we regret that we are not able to personally respond to all applications. However, if you are invited to take the next step in the process, you will typically be contacted within one week of submitting your application.

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Saxon Huckell
Associate Search Director - Murray Technical

Specializing in matching talent with exciting opportunities in Engineering, Technical Sales, Manufacturing, Operations, Project Management Supply Chain, and IT.

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