Director of Cybersecurity

Charlotte, VT - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 13 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Company Description

Palmetto is a leading clean tech company on a mission to accelerate the transition to a clean energy future. With a belief that consumers can have it all we are an uncompromising energy company that makes coming clean a no brainer. Our award-winning technology platform empowers homeowners businesses and entrepreneurs to adopt renewable energy through simple scalable and innovative solutions. Operating at the intersection of B2B and D2C we offer software financial products and services that drive real environmental impactwithout compromising value. We deliver end-to-end solutions for whole home electrification that put clean energy within reach for all.

Our employees are our most valuable resource. We foster a promote-from-within culture that prioritizes talent development career growth and purpose-driven work. Palmetto offers a comprehensive benefits packageincluding unlimited PTO medical dental and vision coverage paid parental leave retirement plans and moreso you can have it all both personally and professionally. Palmetto prioritizes people planet and profitbacked by a culture that values collaboration impact and balance. Join us in building a brighter cleaner world.

Location

This position will be based in Charlotte NC (preference) or remotely.

Summary of Role

As Palmetto continues to scale across its Capital and Consumer businesses cybersecurity is mission-critical. We are seeking a Director of Cybersecurity to own our information security strategy safeguard sensitive data and ensure regulatory compliance. Reporting to the CTO this leader will build and drive Palmettos proactive security program while working closely with Legal Technology and Operations.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and lead Palmettos enterprise security strategy and framework
Build and scale a security function aligned with company growth
Safeguard digital assets including consumer data and IoT devices
Ensure compliance with NIST ISO 27001 SOC 2 GDPR and CCPA
Partner with executives board members and external stakeholders to strengthen confidence in Palmettos security posture
Foster a security-first culture through training awareness and proactive defenses

Qualifications

10 years of progressive experience in information security or cybersecurity leadership
Proven ability to design and execute enterprise-wide security programs
Strong knowledge of compliance frameworks and regulatory standards
Experience in consumer finance or other highly regulated sectors preferred
Strong professional cybersecurity network to stay ahead of emerging threats and evolving best practices
Ability to communicate complex security concepts clearly to executives and non-technical audiences
Entrepreneurial high-EQ leader who thrives in fast-growth environments

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Palmetto embraces diversity and is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment is decided on the basis of qualifications merit and business need. We do not discriminate based upon race religion color national origin gender sexual orientation gender identity gender expression age status as a protected veteran status as an individual with a disability or any other status protected under federal state or local law.

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Company DescriptionPalmetto is a leading clean tech company on a mission to accelerate the transition to a clean energy future. With a belief that consumers can have it all we are an uncompromising energy company that makes coming clean a no brainer. Our award-winning technology platform empowers ho...