Senior Director, Security Operations

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New York City, NY
Hybrid
Consumer Web • eCommerce • Marketing Tech • Payments • Software • Design • SEO
We build products that help entrepreneurs stand out and succeed.
The Role

Squarespace is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented leader to help with the Security team daily operations. You will report directly to the VP of Security / CISO and partner with teams throughout the organization to iteratively improve our security posture and programs. You will also lead the implementation of new security programs.

This role will be based in our NY headquarters and hybrid (3x week).

You'll Get To…Strategic & Programmatic:
  • Contribute to define, collect, and analyze security KPIs and KRIs for the security organization.
  • Mentor and support more associate team members
  • Develop and implement a comprehensive security operations strategy and roadmap aligned with Squarespace's overall our goals and risk appetite. This goes beyond just "implementing new security programs" to encompass a holistic vision.
  • Oversee the Security Operations Center (SOC) activities, including threat detection, monitoring, analysis, and proactive hunting, ensuring 24/7/365 coverage as appropriate.
  • Establish and maintain a robust incident response program, including defining incident playbooks, leading major incident investigations, and conducting post-incident reviews to drive continuous improvement.
  • Manage and enhance the vulnerability management program, from identification and assessment to prioritization and remediation tracking across all Squarespace assets.
  • Lead efforts in security architecture review and design consultation for new products, features, and infrastructure changes to ensure security is built-in from the outset.
  • Identify, evaluate, and implement new security technologies and tools to enhance detection, prevention, and response capabilities.
  • Drive continuous improvement of security operations processes through automation, tooling, and best practices.
  • Stay abreast of emerging security threats, vulnerabilities, and industry trends and proactively advise leadership on necessary adjustments to strengthen Squarespace's security posture.
  • Contribute to the development and enforcement of security policies, standards, and guidelines across the organization.
Leadership & Collaboration:
  • Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing team of security professionals, fostering a culture of continuous learning, collaboration, and accountability. This explicitly states the "building" aspect of a team.
  • Act as a key liaison and trusted advisor to internal stakeholders (e.g., Engineering, Product, Legal, Compliance, IT) on security-related matters.
  • Manage relationships with external security vendors and partners, ensuring effective service delivery and technology adoption.
  • Oversee security compliance activities related to relevant regulations (e.g., GDPR, PCI-DSS) and frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001), ensuring Squarespace's adherence.
  • Promote a culture of security by design by working closely with development teams to integrate security into the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
  • Work with partner teams to implement new security programs and refine existing ones, with an emphasis on driving the team's velocity while also maintaining high customer and employee engagement.
Who We're Looking For
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 12+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with a passion for Authentication and Authorization.
  • Strong knowledge of Linux operating systems and cloud platforms (AWS & GCP).
  • Experience with tools automation tools for automating intake complaints and concerns from customers.
  • Familiarity with frameworks such as NIST, CIS, ISO 27001.
  • Adept and well versed in collaborating with stakeholders across organizational boundaries.
  • Knowledge of all areas of Security: GRC, IR, Vulnerability management, and product security, etc.
  • Knowledge of software development, design and technical operations.
  • Experience with Domain or website abuse processes.
Benefits & Perks
  • A choice between medical plans with an option for 100% covered premiums
  • Fertility and adoption benefits
  • Access to supplemental insurance plans for additional coverage
  • Headspace mindfulness app subscription
  • Global Employee Assistance Program
  • Retirement benefits with employer match
  • Flexible paid time off
  • 20 weeks for parental leave and up to 12 weeks to care for an ill family member
  • Pretax commuter benefit
  • Education reimbursement
  • Employee donation match to community organizations
  • 8 Global Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
  • Dog-friendly workplace
  • Free lunch and snacks
  • Private rooftop
  • Hack week twice per year
Cash Compensation Range: $270,500$435,850 USD

The base salary for this position will vary based on job-related criteria including relevant skills, experience, and location, among other factors.

In addition to the cash compensation above (which includes base salary and, where applicable for eligible roles, may include on-target commissions or overtime pay), Squarespace employees are eligible to be granted an option to purchase our common stock.

About Squarespace

Squarespace is a design-driven platform helping entrepreneurs build brands and businesses online. We empower millions of customers in more than 200 countries and territories with all the tools they need to create an online presence, build an audience, monetize, and scale their business. Our suite of products range from websites, domains, ecommerce, and marketing tools, as well as tools for scheduling with Acuity and creating and managing social media presence with Bio Sites and Unfold. Our team of more than 1,500 is headquartered in bustling New York City, with offices in Dublin, Ireland, Aveiro, Portugal, and coworking spaces in the UK, Netherlands, and Australia. For more information about our company culture, visit https://www.squarespace.com/about/careers.

Our Commitment

Today, more than a million people around the globe use Squarespace to share different perspectives and experiences with the world. Not only do we embrace and celebrate the diversity of our customers, but we also work toward the same in our employees. At Squarespace, we are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, veteran status, or other class protected by applicable law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

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At Squarespace, we celebrate creative possibility. With a culture rooted in curiosity, Squarespace aims to provide its employees with the support to turn possibility into reality – learning from challenges and celebrating progress. At Squarespace we root for customer and employee success, uplifting them with the tools needed to achieve their goals, while also applauding what makes them unique and fulfilled. Our customers and employees alike are imaginative, with the confidence to put their ideas out into the world and welcoming input and iteration. And our people run towards the next frontier to create our success, motivated by the unknown and inspired by “first-ever” opportunities, truly embracing a sense of possibility.

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