Cloud and AI Security Manager

Ascension Executive Recruitment

Lead Cloud & AI Security Strategy for Ascension Technologies, managing high-performing teams and driving technology transformation. Foster secure adoption of cloud and AI technologies across the organization.

Posted 6/26/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $138,258 - $195,187 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudCyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead Cloud & AI Security Strategy: Own and execute the strategic vision, roadmap, and operating model for Ascension's Cloud Security and AI Security programs under the Senior Director, driving secure adoption of cloud and AI technologies through risk-based priorities, measurable outcomes, and alignment with enterprise objectives.
Build and Develop High-Performing Teams: Lead, coach, and inspire Cloud Security and AI Security teams while establishing scalable operating models, conducting capacity and workforce planning, optimizing team processes, and fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, adaptability, and continuous learning.
Drive Security Technology Strategy & Program Transformation: Develop and manage the Cloud Security & AI Security technology roadmap, including capability planning, technology evaluation, vendor selection, and oversight of implementations such as CNAPP, AI security controls, and automation capabilities.
Advance Secure Cloud & AI Enablement: Partner across technology, architecture, engineering, governance, legal, and business teams to establish security standards, risk management practices, and control requirements that enable innovation while protecting Ascension's cloud environments and AI solutions.
Measure, Communicate, and Advance Security Outcomes: Establish program metrics, key performance indicators, executive reporting, and strategic points of view to communicate risk, security posture, priorities, and program value. Develop and deliver presentations to senior management to support decision-making and drive alignment across the enterprise.

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School diploma equivalency with 3 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree with 2 years of cumulative experience OR 7 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required
3 years of leadership or management experience preferred
Prior cybersecurity consulting experience strongly preferred, particularly with a Big Four consulting firm or equivalent strategic advisory experience
8+ years of cybersecurity experience with progressive leadership responsibilities, including direct people management
Experience building or maturing AI security, AI governance, or related programs
Strong understanding of cloud security architectures, security controls, Identity and Access Management (IAM), and enterprise risk management principles
Experience leading enterprise-scale security technology implementations and transformations, such as CNAPP solutions
Relevant industry certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, or equivalent certifications preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid time off (PTO)
Various health insurance options & wellness plans
Retirement benefits including employer match plans
Long-term & short-term disability
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Parental leave & adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Ways to give back to your community

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Hard Skills & Tools

cloud securityAI securitycybersecuritysecurity controlsIdentity and Access Management (IAM)enterprise risk managementCNAPPtechnology evaluationvendor selectionautomation capabilities

Soft Skills

leadershipcoachingteam buildingcollaborationadaptabilitycontinuous learningcommunicationaccountabilitycapacity planningprocess optimization

Certifications

CISSPCCSP