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Chief Information Security Officer

UpGuardSydneyIT
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Salary
Not listed
Job type
Full-time
Work mode
Remote
Posted
18 Aug 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Role Overview

UpGuard is seeking a Chief Information Security Officer to lead the entire enterprise technology stack, combining security, infrastructure, identity, and workplace technology into a single accountability. This full-time leadership position is based in Sydney with remote-friendly work options, suiting an experienced operations and infrastructure expert who thrives in a lean, high-growth environment. Candidates will report directly to the CEO, overseeing a talented team and serving as customer zero for UpGuard's Cyber Risk Posture Management platform.

Key Responsibilities

Own the full technology and security remit spanning enterprise infrastructure, security, identity, applications, and workplace technology without handoffs.
Lead and grow three core functions consisting of IT Operations, Security Operations, Cloud Platform Engineering, and GRC.
Mature security operations by driving investment into Google SecOps and n8n automation platforms to enhance detection, analytics, and response.
Manage end-to-end identity access management across GCP projects, enterprise governance, and global workforce administration.
Oversee the network and cloud perimeter using Zero Trust Network Access and GCP perimeter security.
Direct global end-user compute operations, managing a predominantly macOS fleet alongside ChromeOS and managed browsers for BYOD.
Supervise technology and physical security services for current and future office workspaces.
Guide the compliance program, maintaining SOC-2 Type II standards while targeting ISO 27001 for European growth.
Act as customer zero by utilizing the UpGuard platform heavily and feeding operating experiences back into Product, Sales, and Customer Success teams.
Communicate regularly at the executive level, briefing the Steering Committee and Board while representing security to customers.

Requirements

Strong infrastructure and operations foundation with extensive background running data centers or substantial operations functions.
Process discipline gained from consequential environments where failure carried real consequences.
Demonstrated ability to achieve results with lean resources, preferring automation over expanding headcount.
Comfort maintaining joint ownership of infrastructure, security, applications, and identity.
Hands-on technical credibility to architect controls, review Terraform changes, or lead incident responses directly.
Cloud-native depth with substantial GCP experience or deep architectural instincts in AWS or Azure.
Prior accountability for leading a compliance program such as SOC 2 or ISO 27001 through audits.
Ability to absorb context rapidly, operating with high self-direction, personal drive, and energy in a fast-paced setting.

Skills and Tools

AWS
GCP
Azure
Terraform
Google SecOps
n8n Automation
Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA)
Identity and Access Management (IAM)
SOC-2 Type II and ISO 27001 Compliance

Salary and Benefits

Monthly Lifestyle subsidy for financial, physical, and mental well-being.
WFH set-up allowance provided within the first three months.
$1,500 USD annual Learning and Development allowance.
Annual leave including PTO plus two additional UpGuardian leave days.
18 weeks of paid parental leave regardless of parenting role.
Personal leave allowance covering sick and carer’s leave.
Fully remote working environment with optional physical offices in Sydney and Hobart.
Top-spec hardware laptop provided for the role.
Generative AI subsidy providing paid subscriptions to AI tools.

About the Company

UpGuard is replacing manual security bottlenecks with AI-driven precision, fresh off a US$75M Series C funding round. The company scales its infrastructure to process 100 billion risk signals daily and builds the Cyber Risk Posture Management platform used by security teams worldwide. Recognized as a Certified Great Place to Work in the US, Australia, UK, and India, UpGuard empowers organizations to stay ahead of evolving attack surfaces.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply directly on the official UpGuard careers page.

Skills and tech stack

AWSGCPAzureTerraform

Questions candidates ask

Where is this job located?

This role is based in Sydney with a fully remote-friendly working environment and optional physical offices in Sydney and Hobart.

Who does the Chief Information Security Officer report to?

The CISO reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer.

What team size will the CISO manage?

The CISO leads a team currently consisting of nine full-time employees across four functions: IT Operations, Security Operations, Cloud Platform Engineering, and GRC.

What cloud platform experience is preferred?

Substantial Google Cloud Platform experience is strongly preferred, though deep background in AWS or Azure with transferable architectural instincts is also considered.

What does 'customer zero' mean in this role?

It means the CISO and their team must use UpGuard Cyber Risk software harder than any customer does, applying real operating insights to help Product, Sales, and Customer Success.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official UpGuard careers page.

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