Technical Lead Cybersecurity

Technical Lead – Cybersecurity

Lake Forest, CA (Onsite)

Job Description

·         Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information
Security, or related field.

·         5+ years in software engineering, DevOps, or information security
roles.

·         2+ years in a leadership, technical lead, or project coordination
role.

·         Solid understanding of cybersecurity concepts, standards, and
practices

·         Familiarity with cloud security (AWS/Azure/GCP).

·         Experience with secure development practices, vulnerability
management, and risk assessment.

·         Ability to review technical designs and propose improvements from
a security perspective.

·         Management & Soft Skills:

·         Proven track record of coordinating cross-functional teams.

·         Strong project management skills (Agile/Scrum/Kanban
methodologies).

·         Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

·         Problem-solving mindset with the ability to make balanced
decisions under pressure.

·         Strong documentation and reporting skills.

Preferred to Have:

·         Professional certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CISA, AWS Security
Specialty).

·         Any previous experience in automotive cybersecurity or regulated
industries.

·         Knowledge of any compliance frameworks (GDPR, HIPAA,
automotive-specific security standards).

·         Hands-on experience with security tools (SIEM, IDS/IPS, SAST/DAST,
penetration testing).

Requirements

Job
Responsibilities

·         Act as the primary coordinator for all activities related to the
cybersecurity direction.

·         Collaborate with multiple engineering, QA, and infrastructure
teams to ensure timely delivery of cybersecurity-related tasks.

·         Translate project requirements into clear technical tasks and
ensure proper prioritization.

·         Provide technical leadership and guidance to engineers, ensuring
cybersecurity best practices are followed.

·         Monitor project progress, identify risks, and proactively resolve
issues.

·         Communicate status, challenges, and achievements to stakeholders
and management.

·         Support planning, estimation, and resource allocation for
cybersecurity projects.

·         Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory
requirements, and security frameworks.

·         Serve as a bridge between technical teams and project/product
management.