Associate Director, Information Security – DLP

Associate Director of Information Security

Job Type: Direct Hire

Job Location:

Waltham, MA | On-Site, Hybrid

Our client is seeking a hands‑on Associate Director of Information Security to lead key enterprise security initiatives with a strong focus on Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Data Security Posture Management (DSPM), and Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM).

This is a senior technical leadership role combining strategy, program ownership, and hands‑on security expertise. The Associate Director will lead a small security team and partner closely with IT, Architecture, Legal, Compliance, and other business stakeholders.

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of security professionals.
• Own the strategy, implementation, and ongoing improvement of enterprise DLP and DSPM programs across on-prem, cloud, and SaaS environments.
• Oversee the Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) program and vendor security assessments.
• Develop and maintain security policies, standards, and best practices.
• Partner with IT, Legal, Compliance, and Architecture teams to identify and mitigate security risks.
• Lead security incident response, investigations, and root‑cause analysis.
• Conduct security architecture reviews for applications, platforms, and infrastructure.
• Monitor emerging threats, data protection technologies, and regulatory requirements.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 8+ years of Information Security experience, including 3+ years in a leadership/management capacity.
• Strong experience leading DLP programs, with hands‑on experience using solutions such as Microsoft Purview or Proofpoint.
• Hands‑on experience with DSPM platforms in hybrid environments.
• Broad knowledge of network, cloud, and application security.
• Experience with vulnerability management, SIEM, and security monitoring.
• Experience building or managing a TPRM/vendor security program.
• Knowledge of GDPR, CCPA, NIST CSF, ISO 27001, and data governance frameworks.
• CISSP, CISM, or equivalent certification preferred.

We’re looking for a security leader who is equally comfortable developing strategy, leading a team, and diving into technical details. Strong communication, problem‑solving, organization, initiative, and the ability to influence stakeholders across an organization are critical.

• Base Salary: $180,000–$200,000
• Annual performance bonus
• Competitive benefits package
• Hybrid schedule — Waltham, MA

Gravity IT Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.