VP, Chief Information Security Officer

Discovery Education is seeking an experienced and strategic VP, Chief Information Security Officer to lead the continued maturation, implementation, and continuous improvement of our enterprise‑wide information security and compliance programs. The person in this role will be responsible for protecting our corporate systems, customer‑facing products, data assets, and brand reputation in an increasingly complex global environment.

The ideal candidate will bring a balanced blend of strategic leadership, technical expertise, and business acumen, ensuring security is both a foundation of trust and an enabler of innovation at Discovery Education.

In This Role You Will :

Security Strategy & Governance

• Develop and execute a comprehensive information security strategy aligned with business goals and regulatory requirements.
• Establish governance frameworks and policies to ensure consistent and effective security practices.
• Oversee IT security operations, including network security, endpoint protection, identity and access management, and disaster recovery.
• Integrate security principles across the product development lifecycle, including secure coding, vulnerability management, and incident response.

Risk & Compliance Management

Vendor & Third‑Party Management

Incident Response & Crisis Management

Data Privacy & Protection

Security Awareness & Education

Core Competencies for Success

Credentials and Experience

This role will sit in our Charlotte HQs with a hybrid work schedule.

About Discovery Education

At Discovery Education, we are fulfilling our mission of preparing learners for tomorrow by creating innovative classrooms connected to today’s world. Serving more than 4.5 million educators and 45 million students, available in approximately half of U.S. classrooms and primary schools in the UK, and more than 140 countries around the globe, we are on a journey to transform teaching and learning through innovative partnerships with school districts, states, ministries of education, and other like‑minded organizations.

We have built an award‑winning and highly reputable organization because of talented and driven people who work together to accelerate student achievement by tapping into students’ natural curiosity and desire to learn by capturing their minds and imagination through the fascination of Discovery.

Why Join Discovery Education?

Discovery Education believes empowering each team member is vital to cultivating high performing, highly engaged teams. Being a part of our team means we partner together to achieve mutual goals. To this end, Discovery Education offers a robust and comprehensive insurance package. You can find a complete listing on our Career Page.

Along with traditional insurance offerings, our inclusive offerings center around :

Team Member Wellness – When you feel great, you do great work!

This opportunity is perfect for people interested in joining a high‑performing, collaborative team, who enjoy a dynamic industry, and are excited about high‑impact, project‑based work.

Inspired? We would love the opportunity to review your candidacy! Select the blue “Apply Now” button at the bottom left of the screen to begin your application.

Discovery Education is an equal opportunity employer. Discovery Education is committed to being an employer of choice, not just a good place to work, but a great and inclusive place to work. To that end, we strive to recruit and maintain a workforce that meaningfully represents the communities we serve. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, protected veteran status or disabled status, or genetic information.

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