Sr. Director, Technical Risk & Compliance

LinkedIn is the world's largest professional network, connecting professionals globally and creating economic opportunities for every member of the workforce.
$209,000 - $343,000
Security
Principal Software Engineer
Hybrid
1,000 - 5,000 Employees
12+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS

Description For Sr. Director, Technical Risk & Compliance

LinkedIn is seeking an experienced Senior Director to lead the Engineering Compliance & Governance team within Information Security. This key leadership position will drive the development and implementation of robust compliance and governance programs, ensuring system and data security integrity across the organization.

The role involves leading risk management strategies, overseeing various compliance audits (PCI, NIST, SOC 2, ISO, etc.), and serving as a trusted advisor to R&D teams on security and compliance matters. The position requires collaboration with cross-functional partners including Engineering, Product, Legal, and Financial compliance teams to enhance governance frameworks.

Key responsibilities include maintaining multiple audit regimes, evolving security policy governance, maturing risk management frameworks, and operationalizing business continuity programs. The ideal candidate will have 12+ years of information security experience, with at least 10 years in senior leadership managing engineering teams at scale.

The position offers a hybrid work arrangement, competitive compensation ($209,000-$343,000), plus bonus and equity opportunities. Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k, and more. This is an opportunity to shape security and compliance strategy at one of the world's largest professional networks.

LinkedIn provides an inclusive work environment and is committed to diversity and equal opportunity employment. The company offers reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the application and interview process.

The role combines technical expertise, leadership skills, and strategic thinking to drive LinkedIn's security and compliance initiatives forward while supporting the company's mission of creating economic opportunities for the global workforce.

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Responsibilities For Sr. Director, Technical Risk & Compliance

  • Lead the development and implementation of risk management strategies
  • Oversee internal and external audits to assess security and compliance controls
  • Be a trusted advisor to R&D teams on security and compliance
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance governance and compliance frameworks
  • Support enterprise customers through security and privacy consultation

Requirements For Sr. Director, Technical Risk & Compliance

  • 12+ years of experience in information security & risk governance
  • 10+ years in senior leadership managing engineering teams at scale
  • Experience managing data systems at scale
  • Expertise in compliance frameworks (PCI, NIST, SOC 2, ISO, etc.)
  • Experience leading compliance teams at similar scale
  • Strong technical acumen in engineering risk and compliance frameworks
  • Excellent communication skills

Benefits For Sr. Director, Technical Risk & Compliance

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Equity
  • Annual performance bonus
  • Stock options
  • Comprehensive benefits package

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