Director of Cyber Security

IdeaTek is a cutting-edge telecommunications company dedicated to bringing fast, reliable internet to underserved communities. We're a passionate team of innovators and problem-solvers committed to making a difference in the lives of our customers. At IdeaTek, we value our employees and foster a culture of collaboration, growth, and community involvement.

We are seeking a proactive and skilled Director of Cyber Security to join our team, serving both Socket Fiber and IdeaTek. In this vital role, you will be responsible for protecting our network infrastructure, customer data, and internal systems from evolving cyber threats. You will partner with other company leaders to build a culture of security awareness. You will be a key part of a dedicated team committed to providing secure and reliable fiber internet services to our communities.

Location : Open to Remote location if best fit for the position, Wichita,KS / Kansas City, KS / MO, Columbia, MO / St. Louis, MO, with travel up to 30% of the time to key office locations as business requires.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Oversight

Design, implement, and manage security architecture, ensuring resilience of networks, systems, and applications.

Develop and enforce cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures aligned with industry frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Controls).

Provide guidance and training to employees on cybersecurity best practices, fostering a culture of security awareness.

Requirements

Preferences

Why work at IdeaTek :

IdeaTek offers a culture where employee strengths are highlighted and recognized. A few of the key ways we strive to make employees feel valued include :

This role is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

This role is not eligible for relocation.

Salary and benefits commensurate with experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer.