Managing Director, Investment Banking - Semiconductors & Hardware

Wedbush Morgan Securities•New York, NY

72d

About The Position

Wedbush Securities is one of the largest securities firms and investment banks in the nation. We provide innovative financial solutions through our Wealth Management, Capital Markets, Futures and Advanced Clearing & Prime Services divisions. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California with over 100 offices and more than 80 correspondent offices, our commitment to providing relentless, customized service is the foundation of our consistent growth. Where Market Leadership Meets Sector Mastery Wedbush Securities is one of the largest and most respected securities firms and investment banks in the nation, with a 70-year legacy of excellence. We provide cutting-edge financial solutions across Wealth Management, Capital Markets, and Prime Services. Headquartered in Los Angeles, with a national footprint of 100+ offices, we are building the future of finance - and we want top-tier dealmakers to build it with us. This Is Not a Learning Role, it's a Launchpad We are seeking a Managing Director - Investment Banking with deep expertise in Cybersecurity & Software. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for an established banker ready to own a vertical, drive high-profile deals, and build a franchise from the ground up. You'll be empowered with full platform support, institutional firepower, and the compensation structure to reap the rewards of your origination success. The Opportunity: Shape the future of cybersecurity and enterprise software investment banking at a time when the market is hungry for capital, consolidation, and innovation. From next-gen SaaS to AI-driven security infrastructure, this vertical is exploding - and we're ready to lead it. Why This Role is Different (and Lucrative): A Greenfield Opportunity, Backed by Gravitas: Build and lead your own cybersecurity & software vertical under the umbrella of a full-service investment bank with decades of market credibility Elite Deal Autonomy: Originate and execute sophisticated M&A and capital raise transactions ($50M-$500M+) across a dynamic and capital-thirsty sector Compensation That Reflects Results: Competitive base salary + aggressive payout on originated and closed business. No caps. No ceiling. Real equity Full-Stack Institutional Platform: Leverage deep research, trading, sales, and capital markets infrastructure to deliver end-to-end client solutions Legacy-Defining Leadership: Shape the go-to team in cybersecurity and software IB. Build, mentor, and scale a practice that will define your career

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution
10+ years of investment banking experience at a leading global or boutique IB platform required
Demonstrated ability to originate and close complex, high-profile transactions - M&A, capital raises, strategic advisory
Direct experience or deep interest in cybersecurity, software, or enterprise IT
A strong personal network of institutional investors, VCs, PE firms, and fintech operators
Advanced expertise in corporate finance, valuation, modeling, and transaction structuring
FINRA Series 79 and 63 required; Series 24 a plus
Highly entrepreneurial mindset, leadership presence, and the drive to build something industry-defining

Responsibilities

Lead the origination and execution of M&A and private placement transactions in cybersecurity, SaaS, infrastructure software, DevSecOps, and cloud-native platforms
Act as a trusted strategic advisor to founders, CEOs, boards, and institutional investors navigating growth, capital strategy, and exits
Cultivate and expand a robust network of relationships with venture capital firms, growth equity funds, PE sponsors, and corporate development teams
Build and mentor a high-performing junior team to support transaction execution, modeling, and pitch development
Represent Wedbush at major industry conferences and media outlets as a thought leader in software and security banking
Collaborate with our internal research, sales, and trading desks to deliver holistic, cross-platform solutions to clients

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with multiple health plan options for you and your family
Health Savings Account with company-sponsored contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) traditional and dependent care
Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
401(k) plan with discretionary, competitive company matching and profit-sharing contributions
Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year
3 weeks of Paid Time Off
2 weeks of Paid Sick Time (may vary by location)
10 Paid Holidays
Charitable Donation Matching Contributions
Paid Leave (Military, Jury Duty, Volunteer Time Off, Disability, etc.)
FINRA License Sponsorship
Travel & Employee Assistance and Employee Discount Programs