Vice President of Cyber Risk Research, Safe Security
$250-300k
Salary benchmarked for candidates based in US, may vary in other locations
Cyber risk quantification for enterprises
Open for applications
Cyber risk quantification for enterprises
201-500 employees
Open for applications
$250-300k
Salary benchmarked for candidates based in US, may vary in other locations
201-500 employees
Company mission
To become the de-facto industry standard to measure, manage, and transfer cyber risk.
Role
Who you are
- Minimum 10 years of experience in cyber risk research, threat intelligence, or a relevant domain
- Demonstrated expertise in cyber risk quantification methodologies
- Strong understanding of the current threat landscape and emerging cyber risks
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills
- Passion for translating research findings into practical solutions
- Bonus Point: Experience in developing and deploying machine learning models for cyber risk analysis
- Bonus Point: Experience working in the cybersecurity industry, particularly with CRQ solutions
- Bonus Point: Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals and industry conferences
What the job involves
- As VP of Cyber Risk Research, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our industry by leading a world-class research team and spearheading innovative research initiatives
- Develop and oversee a comprehensive cyber risk quantification research strategy that aligns with the organization's objectives and the evolving threat landscape
- Lead a team of quantitative analysts and cybersecurity researchers in developing models that accurately assess cyber threats' financial and operational impacts
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including risk management, cybersecurity operations, and product development, to integrate quantitative risk analysis into decision-making processes
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions, industry groups, and technology partners to advance research initiatives and stay at the forefront of cyber risk quantification methodologies
- Drive the adoption of advanced analytics, machine learning, and statistical modeling techniques to enhance the accuracy and effectiveness of risk quantification
- Communicate complex quantitative concepts and research findings to a broad audience, including senior executives, clients, and external stakeholders, to influence risk management strategies and practices
- Represent the company as a thought leader in cyber risk quantification at industry conferences and in professional publications
Our take
Safe Security's platform is designed to provide actionable insights and recommendations to help businesses manage their cybersecurity risks more effectively.
Its flagship product, the SAFE Platform, is designed to help businesses manage and mitigate cyber risks in real time. As an API-First platform, it offers seamless integration with existing systems and infrastructures. Leveraging the latest in machine learning technology, the platform is able to provide comprehensive and accurate assessments of cyber risks, enabling businesses to stay one step ahead of potential threats.
Safe Security has shown impressive growth despite challenging economic conditions, and is now poised to enter the next phase of its journey. With support from a number of investors, the company is well-positioned to continue innovating and stay ahead of the curve in the cybersecurity industry, exemplified by its acquisition of cyber risk quantification pioneer RiskLens in 2023. As the only real-time, data-driven platform for managing and mitigating cyber risk, Safe Security is set to lead the charge in this critical area.
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Company
Funding (last 2 of 4 rounds)
Apr 2023
$50m
SERIES B
Jul 2021
$33m
EARLY VC
Total funding: $90.2m
Company values
- Customer First - We put the customer at the center of everything we do
- We strive for the highest talent density and diversity, ever!
- We are always candid with each other
- We are uncomfortably transparent
- Everyone operates with autonomy & accountability
Company HQ
Palo Alto, CA
Articles
Leadership
Saket Modi
(CEO & Co-Founder)Graduated from the LNM Institute of Information Technology with a B.Tech in Computer Science Engineering and co-founded Safe Security while in their final year of education. Also part of Fortune's 40-under-40, Entrepreneur's 35-under-35, and Forbes 30-under-30.
Vidit Baxi
(Co-Founder)Featured in Fortune's 40-under-40 twice and has been awarded the Entrepreneur of the Year (2019) by Entrepreneur Magazine.
Rahul T.
(Co-Founder)Graduated from the Lovely Professional University with a Masters degree in Computer Science. Has also been featured in Fortune's 40-under-40.
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