Deputy Chief Information Security Officer, Workhuman
D CISO
Cloud-based, human capital management software solutions
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Cloud-based, human capital management software solutions
1001+ employees
Be an early applicant
1001+ employees
Company mission
To make work more human for every person and business on the planet through employee recognition.
Role
Who you are
- 15+ years of experience in information security, with at least 5 years in senior executive leadership roles
- Proven track record of leading across risk, compliance, security operations, and product security functions
- Deep knowledge of security frameworks and global compliance standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, GDPR)
- Experience in securing cloud-first and SaaS environments at scale
- Strong executive presence and communication skills, with the ability to influence at the board and C-level
- Background in high-growth software or automation companies; prior CISO experience and relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM) are advantageous
- Strong technical background in security engineering, incident response, vulnerability management, and cloud security, SIEM, EDR, and SOAR
- Even if you don’t think you “check every single box” above, please still consider applying. We’re looking for a human who is collaborative, innovative with a growth mindset
What the job involves
- This senior leadership role will have a far-reaching impact across our organization
- You'll help lead high-performing teams, integrate security into our product and enterprise infrastructure, and represent our security program to both internal and external stakeholders
- Your expertise will be crucial in keeping Workhuman ahead of emerging threats while driving our growth as a leader in recognition
- The Deputy CISO will also oversee compliance with & certification to security standards and regulations while leading initiatives to enhance the organization's security posture in a rapidly evolving technology landscape
- This is a critical hands-on role that partners closely with the CISO to provide technical leadership and guidance, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of Workhuman's systems and data
- Partner with the CISO to lead the development and execution of Workhuman's global information security strategy, policies, and risk management framework
- Provide strategic guidance across core security domains: Risk Management, Governance, Compliance, Security Operations, and Product Security
- Help build and lead a global security team, promoting a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Product, IT, and Legal, to embed security into our SaaS platform, evolving AI infrastructure and internal systems
- Drive security awareness and training initiatives to strengthen our internal security culture
- Drive process automation and efficiencies in line with the organization's policy on the use of AI and AI enhanced technologies
- Oversee incident response planning and execution to ensure swift detection, containment, and resolution of security incidents
- Lead vendor risk management processes to mitigate supply chain risks
- Represent the security function to executive leadership and customers across all geographies and time zones, communicating our risk posture, key metrics, and strategic priorities
- Assume CISO responsibilities when needed and report to the executive leadership. You'll gain invaluable experience working closely with a CISO and managing a complex security program at a growing and highly dynamic business
Our take
Companies are increasingly recognising the value of data to drive business decisions. Workhuman has highlighted the impact of employee recognition on workforce performance and has developed an SaaS platform to address this.
Workhuman has launched new reporting features in its Admin Hub to enhance recognition program management. These updates provide program managers with improved control and access to insights from their organisation’s Social Recognition program. The new "Manage Reports" feature allows HR leaders to create and customise reports in real-time, making data more actionable and comprehensible. The "Report Access" function enables managers to authorise users to access centralised reports, eliminating the need for complex spreadsheets.
For 25 years, Workhuman has pioneered employee recognition, fostering appreciation, enhancing performance, and promoting inclusivity. The company’s platform captures authentic human moments and turns them into actionable insights, helping businesses make informed decisions and shape their culture. Workhuman continues to innovate, aiming to improve the reporting experience for its customers.
Kirsty
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
-6% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (last 2 of 3 rounds)
Oct 2004
$9.3m
SERIES B
Jan 2003
$5.4m
SERIES A
Total funding: $15m
Company HQ
Framingham, MA
Leadership
Eric Mosley
(Co-Founder & CEO)Co-founder and CEO, leading the company since 1999. Was previously an Internet Consultant at CSK Consultant.
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