Thesis SM
Director of IT & Information Security
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Thesis SM is looking for a Director of IT & Information Security to lead the charge in safeguarding our technology, data, and infrastructure while keeping a globally distributed team moving fast, securely, and without friction. This isn't a back-office IT role. You'll own the strategy, set the bar for security and compliance (including how we govern AI), and be the trusted voice that helps the business grow with confidence. If you love building resilient systems, solving hard risk problems, and leading with both technical depth and people skills, we want to talk.
About Us
At Thesis SM, we’re redefining how higher education institutions manage the student journey. Our mission is simple: remove administrative complexity so universities can focus on what matters most, which is delivering exceptional education and student outcomes. Our platform is a modern, purpose-built Student Information System designed to replace the limitations of legacy technology. As a true SaaS solution, Thesis SM enables institutions to scale, adapt, and evolve in line with changing demands across the higher education landscape.
We work with mid-market higher education institutions across the US, Canada, Ireland, and the UK, partners who are ready to modernise from the inside out. Through our core SIS platform, supported by expert implementation and world-class support, we help institutions deliver more efficient, connected, and student-centric experiences. At our core, we’re a relationship-driven business. Collaboration shapes everything we do within our teams and with our customers. We succeed by working together to create meaningful, lasting impact in Higher Education.
What you'll do
- Lead and execute Thesis SM's IT and information security strategy, policies, and roadmap
- Lead all aspects of IT operations, including infrastructure, end-user computing, and IT service management
- Build and manage a comprehensive information security programme, including threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability management
- Implement and enforce Thesis's AI security and acceptable use policies, governing shadow AI risk, data classification in AI workflows, and third-party AI vendor assessment
- Evaluate AI-augmented threat detection and AIOps capabilities to improve security monitoring efficiency and IT operational reliability
- Report on AI risk posture to senior leadership and ensure compliance with GDPR, ISO 27001, SOC 2, and emerging AI regulation across Thesis's operating jurisdictions
- Ensure compliance with applicable security and data privacy regulations, including GDPR, ISO 27001, and SOC 2
- Conduct and oversee regular security risk assessments, audits, and penetration testing
- Collaborate with Engineering and Product teams to embed security best practices (DevSecOps) into the SDLC
- Lead security awareness and training programmes across the organisation
- Manage vendor relationships for security tools, IT services, and managed security providers
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What you'll bring
- Proven track record managing enterprise IT operations and cybersecurity programmes in a SaaS or technology environment
- Demonstrable experience with compliance frameworks such as ISO 27001, SOC 2, GDPR, and NIST
- Strong background in identity & access management, endpoint security, and cloud security
- Experience managing and scaling IT functions for a remote-first, globally distributed organisation
- Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or equivalent strongly preferred
- Deep knowledge of cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP), Zero Trust architecture, and data privacy regulations
What's in it for you
- Competitive base salary
- Work-from-home allowance to contribute towards your monthly bills
- Annual discretionary bonus/commission plan
- Salary exchange pension scheme — 8% contribution from Thesis, 3% minimum employee contribution
- Flexible, trust-based time off to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance
- Private medical insurance
- BHSF Health Cash Plan — claim back the excess on private medical, plus dental, optical, and private prescription costs
- Yu Life long-term health insurance & 4x base salary life insurance
- Mortgage benefit
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Enhanced family leave policies
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Why Thesis SM
Join a global, fast-moving team where your expertise directly shapes how we protect and scale our business. You'll have real ownership, real impact, and the trust to lead. Ready to be part of something bigger? Come join a team that’s rewriting the future of the Student experience for Higher Education.
We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to making Thesis a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe in continuous improvement and are making changes to ensure that all voices are heard, supported, and celebrated. Our work doesn't stop at hiring, we provide every employee with training, support, and development throughout their career. We have a family first culture with enthusiastic colleagues who like to support and learn from each other. This is supported by our unlimited annual leave/vacation policy in addition to our very competitive benefits package. We work fully remotely around the globe and support flexible working in terms of hours and patterns. This opportunity is a chance to participate in the development of an international software firm. At Thesis, you genuinely have the freedom and autonomy to be successful, whilst we also invest in your personal and professional growth.
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