VP, Cyber Operations

Adobe•San Jose, CA

5d•$243,500 - $520,500

About The Position

At Adobe, we’re changing the world through digital experiences. We empower everyone, from emerging artists to global brands to design and deliver exceptional digital experiences. At this scale, security is foundational to maintaining customer trust and enabling innovation. We’re seeking a Vice President, Cyber Operations to lead one of Adobe’s most critical global security organizations. This leader will partner with the Chief Security Officer to shape and guide the future of Cyber Operations! They will improve proactive defense, increase detection and response, and enhance a strong, information-based security posture. This role builds on a solid foundation and will develop how Adobe anticipates, detects, and responds to threats globally. It protects our infrastructure, data, and people while supporting ongoing business growth. Role Summary The Vice President of Cyber Operations leads a global organization responsible for end-to-end cyber defense across Adobe’s enterprise and cloud environments. This includes three core pillars: Enterprise Security – Secures Adobe’s workforce and enterprise environment through identity and access management, authentication and authorization, endpoint and device security, and zero trust-aligned infrastructure protections. This team ensures strong foundational controls that safeguard Adobe identities, systems, and data. Adobe Cyber Defense Center – Serves as Adobe’s central threat detection and response function, delivering 24/7 monitoring, incident response, detection engineering, and threat intelligence. This team is responsible for identifying, investigating, and rapidly containing threats across Adobe’s global environment. Security Engineering – Builds and operates the security platforms, data infrastructure, and tooling that power Cyber Operations. This includes security telemetry and advanced capabilities such as data platforms and machine learning that enable scalable, proactive defense. This leader operates at the intersection of strategy, execution, and leadership—setting direction, delivering operational excellence, and building a high-performing organization capable of responding to a rapidly evolving threat landscape.

Requirements

15+ years in information security, with deep Cyber Operations experience
10+ years leading large, global, multi-layer organizations
Experience operating at VP level or with equivalent experience
Experience leading CyberOps in a large-scale cloud or SaaS environment
Track record building and scaling global security organizations
Deep technical depth across security subject areas
Experience leading organizations of 100+ employees
Ability to set enterprise strategy and drive execution
Strong executive presence with C-level influence
Proven track record developing high-performing teams
Ability to operate in ambiguity and drive clarity
Practical and driven by results
Composed under pressure
Passion for protecting customers and enabling secure innovation

Responsibilities

Define and evolve Adobe’s Cyber Operations strategy, building a proactive and resilient cybersecurity framework
Lead transformation across automation, data platforms, and security solutions strengthened by smart technology systems
Align CyberOps priorities to business strategy, enabling customer trust and innovation
Shape a scalable operating model across Enterprise Security, Cyber Defense, and Security Engineering
Own end-to-end cyber defense including detection, response, vulnerability management, identity, and endpoint security
Ensure global consistency and readiness in incident response
Strengthen monitoring, visibility, and real-time response capabilities
Drive operational excellence through metrics, dashboards, and continuous improvement
Lead decisively through high-severity incidents
Lead and scale a global organization
Build a strong leadership bench and succession pipeline
Provide clarity of priorities across a complex organization
Partner across Adobe to align on risk and business priorities
Champion Adobe values: Create the Future, Own the Outcome, Raise the Bar, Be Genuine