Head of Information Security

About us:Pixis is a US-based codeless technology company that develops accessible AI to empower brands to scale their performance marketing efforts and augment their decision-making seamlessly. Since its inception, Pixis has been on a mission to develop powerful AI infrastructure that equips marketers across countries with robust plug-and-play AI products, 200+ proprietary, self-evolving AI models without having to write a single line of code.The company has raised a total funding of $209M across Series A, B, C and C1 , and is backed by recognized investors including SoftBank Vision Fund 2, Touring Capital, Grupo Carso, General Atlantic, Celesta Capital and Chiratae Ventures.Our customer base includes global brands such as DHL Express, Joe & The Juice, Claroshop, Allbirds, L'Oreal, HDFC Bank, Skoda, Swiggy, Clar and SmartAsset, to name a few Today Pixis' talented and diverse team of 300+ spread across over 14 geographies is focused on building incredibly transformative AI products to help customers get the most out of their marketing and demand generation efforts.Get ready to embark on an AI venture at Pixis?We at Pixis believe that nothing is impossible, when you fail fast you learn faster, zero hierarchy, put the team above everything else, get constructive feedback that helps you build better products, and disagree if you disbelieve. These values guide us in everything we do, and is reflected in our employees and the products we build together.As the Head of Information Security at Pixis, you will be responsible for establishing and maintaining the enterprise vision, strategy, and program to ensure information assets and technologies are adequately protected. You will lead efforts to safeguard Pixis' information systems, networks, and data against internal and external threats, while also ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards.Key Responsibilities:Develop and implement Pixis' information security strategy, policies, standards, and procedures to protect against potential threats and vulnerabilities.Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of security architectures, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, encryption solutions, and other security technologies.Lead the development and execution of security awareness and training programs for all employees to foster a culture of security awareness throughout the organisation.Direct the identification, assessment, and mitigation of security risks across all aspects of Pixis' operations, including applications, infrastructure, and third-party vendors.Monitor and analyse security incidents and breaches, and coordinate incident response activities to minimise impact and prevent recurrence.Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, legal, compliance, and business units, to integrate security requirements into business processes and systems development life cycles.Stay abreast of emerging threats, industry trends, and best practices in cybersecurity, and assess their potential impact on Pixis' security posture.Serve as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies, auditors, and other external stakeholders on matters related to information security and compliance.Prepare and present regular reports to executive leadership and the board of directors on the state of Pixis' information security program, including key metrics, risks, and initiatives.Requirements & Skills:Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, cybersecurity, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.At least 7+ years of experience in information security roles, with a minimum of 2+ years in a leadership capacity.Proven track record of developing and implementing comprehensive information security programs in a complex, multi-platform environment.Deep understanding of security frameworks, standards, and regulations, such as NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO/IEC 27001, GDPR, HIPAA, etc.Strong knowledge of network security, encryption, identity and access management, security operations, and incident response.Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organisation.Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or equivalent are highly desirable.