Job description
About the Role
Founders Office roles in cybersecurity and defense organizations support the founder in strategic execution across high-stakes environments. They require versatility to handle operations, growth, and threat-focused initiatives.
Responsibilities
Act as the founder's strategic partner by handling critical issues, accelerating decisions with data on cyber threats and defense contracts, and leading projects like new SOC capabilities or partnerships. Oversee cross-functional alignment across R&D, sales, HR, and defense ops to drive execution on priorities such as vulnerability management, fundraising, and regulatory compliance.
Drive growth through fundraising, investor relations, talent acquisition like SOC analysts, and culture-building in cybersecurity settings with defense elements. Monitor industry trends in cybersecurity risks, defense tech, and market opportunities to shape strategy and mitigate threats.
Requirements
Candidates need 5+ years in startups or tech, ideally in cybersecurity or defense, with prior Chief of Staff or strategy roles preferred.
- Key skills include strategic thinking, project management, data analysis using Excel or Python, and knowledge of cyber tools, Zero Trust architectures, and compliance standards like NIST. BE/B.Tech/M.Tech in CS/IS or equivalent is required, with cyber certifications such as CISSP or CEH being advantageous. Essential soft skills encompass high adaptability, discretion, strong communication, and the ability to influence across teams in a fast-paced startup.