Cloud and AI Security Manager

Ascension•Remote,

1d•$138,258 - $195,188•Remote

About The Position

This role is responsible for leading the Cloud and AI Security Strategy for Ascension. The manager will own and execute the strategic vision, roadmap, and operating model for Ascension's Cloud Security and AI Security programs. This includes driving the secure adoption of cloud and AI technologies through risk-based priorities, measurable outcomes, and alignment with enterprise objectives. The position also involves building and developing high-performing teams, driving security technology strategy and program transformation, advancing secure cloud and AI enablement, and measuring, communicating, and advancing security outcomes.

Requirements

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.
8+ years of cybersecurity experience with progressive leadership responsibilities, including direct people management.
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.

Nice To Haves

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.
Experience building or maturing AI security, AI governance, or related programs.
Relevant industry certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, or equivalent certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

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. Develop talent, strengthen organizational capabilities, and ensure the teams are positioned to effectively support evolving business, technology, and security needs.
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.