Head of Information Security

Overview

Hi, we’re Influx, the global leader in pay-as-you-go support teams.

We’re a global company with clients in 15 countries, including Australia, the US, Canada, the UK, and Europe, and a workforce of 1000+ staff distributed globally.

Companies like Linktree, Meshki, Blenders Eyewear, and Saturn partner with Influx to make their support teams fast, flexible, and scalable while maintaining or improving their customer service.

Our service is month-to-month (think AWS for customer service), with approachable service models for startups, scaleups, and Enterprise clients.

About the role:

This is a global role, with Influx looking to hire a Head of Information Security.

At a high level, we want to;

• Enhance Influx’s cyber security
• Increase clients' confidence through Influx information & data security.
• Create new value through added cybersecurity products and/or services.

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer (COO), this is a unique opportunity to join a small, but mighty executive and leadership group, with a large, global impact.

What We Bring to The Table

• Make an impact: You’ll have the chance to shape our security infrastructure for the now and the future. If you’re into building stuff, want to create novel solutions to solve problems, and have an impact on the organization, this opportunity is for you!
• A hybrid opportunity: This role requires 4 days per week in our office in Cremorne, sharing space with the CEO and other executives based in Melbourne.
• Global Role: Collaborative culture in servicing international clients, working alongside talented individuals providing high-quality customer experience with your expertise.

What We’re Looking For

• 8+ years of working experience in the information security industry.
• 5+ years of executive or management-level experience in systems security in consulting or operations.
• Strong understanding of IT governance, risk management, and compliance.
• Exceptional written and verbal skills in English.
• Able to lead policy development and implementation across the organization.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to interact effectively with clients & stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong systemizer.
• Serve as an expert advisor to promote company-wide information security design practices, policies, and control frameworks.
• Open-mindedness, and the ability and willingness to work with people from various cultures and ways of life.

Bonus Points

• Additional Cybersecurity certification (e.g., CISSP, GSEC, CCISO) is highly regarded.
• Experience with governance and compliance frameworks such as ISO27001 and SOC2.
• Familiarity with data protection laws such as GDPR and HIPAA.

How We Operate / Our Values

• Treat others as you would like to be treated.
• Do what you say you’re going to do. Show don’t tell.
• Prioritize the listener.
• Focus on the facts.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• Influx never asks candidates to make any payment throughout the entire recruitment process.
• Successful candidates will be contacted only through email ending with @influx.com.