Team Lead – Security Governance & Forensics :: Remote

Team Lead – Security Governance & Forensics

Location: Remote
Department: Information Security

Position Overview

The Team Lead – Security Governance & Forensics is responsible for driving enterprise cybersecurity governance, leading incident response efforts, and overseeing digital forensic investigations. This role plays a critical part in strengthening the organization’s security posture by ensuring effective implementation of access controls, data protection strategies, and risk management frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end security incident response activities, including investigation, containment, eradication, and recovery

• Direct digital forensic investigations and support e-discovery initiatives

• Oversee and enhance Identity and Access Management (IAM) and Privileged Access Management (PAM) programs

• Drive vulnerability management processes, including identification, assessment, prioritization, and remediation tracking

• Implement and manage Data Loss Prevention (DLP) controls to protect sensitive information

• Develop, enforce, and maintain cybersecurity policies, standards, and governance frameworks

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify risks and implement mitigation strategies

• Provide leadership, mentorship, and performance management for security team members

• Prepare and present security reports, metrics, and risk briefings to senior leadership

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

• 8+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on governance, incident response, and forensics

• Proven experience leading security teams and managing enterprise security programs

• Strong expertise in IAM, PAM, DLP, and vulnerability management

• Hands-on experience with digital forensics and incident investigation tools

• Solid understanding of security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, CIS)

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, GCFA, or CEH

• Experience in healthcare or regulated industries

• Familiarity with AI/ML security risks and controls