VP of Cyber Security
Genius SportsNew York, New York, United States
Posted January 13, 2026
225000 - 265000 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
Genius Sports is a company that enables a new era of sports for fans worldwide, delivering experiences that are more immersive, interactive and personalized than ever before.
Job Description
Genius Sports is seeking a VP of Cyber Security to design and execute a multi-year program transforming its global security foundation. The role involves leading the transformation of controls, processes, and trust model, shaping a future-ready security strategy, and embedding security as an invisible, intuitive, and empowering part of how teams work.
Requirements
- Proven track record leading multi-year security modernization programs in global, fast-moving environments.
- Deep understanding of zero-trust architectures, cloud-native security, identity management, endpoint protection, and DevSecOps.
- Experience aligning to NIST and ISO 27001 frameworks while integrating automation and UX metrics.
- Strong communicator who can translate complex risks into clear, actionable narratives for engineers and executives alike.
- Calm, empathetic crisis leader with experience guiding transparent, well-managed incident responses.
- Demonstrated success in building, mentoring, and retaining diverse, high-performing security teams.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Range of benefits
- Support for employee wellbeing
- Opportunities for career growth and development
