Head of Cybersecurity
Location: On-site – Santa Monica, CA
Employment Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $140,000 – $150,000
PTO: Flexible
Benefits: Comprehensive Health Package
About Hidonix Industries
Hidonix Industries is a fast-growing, innovation-driven company focused on building secure, scalable technology solutions. As we expand our infrastructure and product footprint, security is a foundational priority, not an afterthought.
We are looking for a hands-on, strategic cybersecurity leader to join us as our Head of Cybersecurity This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a startup environment and is excited to build and scale a security program from the ground up.
Role Overview
As Head of Cybersecurity, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and leading Hidonix’s entire security program. This is a builder role: you will define the strategy, select tools, establish processes, and execute alongside a lean team.
You will work cross-functionally with Engineering, Product, Legal, and Leadership to embed security into every layer of the business while preparing the organization for key compliance milestones.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead or support implementation of cybersecurity frameworks including CMMC, NIST 800-171, NIST 800-53, and ISO 27001
- Conduct gap assessments and remediation planning to achieve compliance targets
- Ensure compliance with DFARS 252.204-7012 requirements, including safeguarding CDI and incident reporting
- Design and maintain controls to protect Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) in nonfederal systems
- Support development and continuous improvement of the ISO/IEC 27001 ISMS
- Perform security configuration assessments aligned with STIGs
- Establish and maintain a centralized compliance tracking / GRC system (CMMS or equivalent)
- Collaborate with Engineering, IT, and Legal teams to align security with evolving regulatory and customer requirements
- Support audits, internal assessments, and incident response processes with strong documentation and traceability
- (CISO Track) Define and execute overall cybersecurity strategy, tooling, and roadmap
- (CISO Track) Build and scale the security function, including tools, processes, and future team
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field
- 3+ years (Compliance Track) or 8–12+ years (CISO Track) of experience in cybersecurity, compliance, or risk management
- Hands-on experience with NIST 800-171 and/or 800-53 frameworks
- Familiarity with DoD regulations, including DFARS and CMMC
- Strong understanding of ISO/IEC 27001 governance and implementation
- Experience working with or implementing STIGs
- Excellent communication, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Experience or exposure to AWS GovCloud (AWS Gov) environments
Preferred
- Certifications such as CISSP, CISA, CISM, CRISC, or ISO 27001 Lead Implementer
- Experience with GRC / compliance management tools (CMMS or similar)
- Background in federal contracting or Defense Industrial Base (DIB) environments
- Experience building or scaling security programs in startups or high-growth companies
Other Requirements
- Must be a U.S. Citizen or valid Green Card holder
- Must be within commuting distance of Santa Monica, CA or willing to relocate
- Must be comfortable working on-site
Why Join Hidonix Industries?
- Opportunity to build and shape the company’s entire security and compliance program
- Direct exposure to executive leadership and strategic decision-making
- Fast-paced, high-ownership startup environment
- Competitive compensation aligned to experience
- Flexible PTO and comprehensive health benefits
- Work on meaningful security challenges in regulated and high-impact environments
