At 2U, we are all in on purpose. We are motivated by our mission – to eliminate the back row in education – and connected by our shared passion to deliver world-class digital education at scale. As the parent company of edX, the world’s leading online learning platform, 2U powers more than 4,000 online higher education offerings – from free courses to full degrees. Together with more than 230 colleges, universities, and corporate partners, we are helping to unlock human potential.
What We’re Looking For:
We are seeking an experienced and visionary leader to join 2U as the Senior Vice President of Security and Runtime Operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for establishing, implementing, and overseeing the overall security strategy and runtime operations to ensure the protection and smooth functioning of our systems and infrastructure.
Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To:
- Develop and execute a comprehensive security strategy aligned with the company's goals and objectives. Stay updated on industry trends, emerging threats, and best practices to continuously enhance security measures.
- Lead and manage security operations teams responsible for monitoring, incident response, vulnerability assessments, threat intelligence, and mitigation strategies.
- Oversee the runtime environment, ensuring its stability, scalability, and reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize system performance and minimize downtime.
- Implement industry best practices for Technology Service Management and governance such as Incident Management, Change Management and Problem Management.
- Define a service catalog and implement improved visibility to the quality of service including status pages and dashboards for key incident metrics (ex: Availability, MTTR, Service Impact, etc.)
- Oversee risk assessments and implement measures to mitigate security risks. Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and data protection laws.
- Lead in the development of robust incident response and disaster recovery plans. Lead response efforts during security incidents, ensuring a swift and effective resolution.
- Manage company-wide cybersecurity governance processes, chair the Cybersecurity Steering Committee and ensure the cybersecurity program complements business strategy.
- Coordinate and track all security-related audits including the scope of audits, timelines, auditing agencies, and outcomes. Work with auditors as appropriate to keep audit focus in scope, maintain excellent relationships and provide a consistent perspective. Provide guidance, evaluation, and advocacy on audit responses.
- Examine the impacts of new technologies on 2U’s overall cybersecurity. Establish processes to review the implementation of new technologies to ensure security compliance.
- Build and mentor high-performing teams. Provide guidance, support, and professional development opportunities to enhance the skills and capabilities of the security and runtime operations teams.
- Foster strong collaborations with internal stakeholders, including engineering, IT, legal, and executive leadership. Communicate security and runtime operation strategies, challenges, and achievements effectively.
Things That Should Be In Your Background:
- Proven track record of at least 10 years in security leadership roles, with a focus on both security strategy development and runtime operations management.
- Strong understanding of IT Service Management and Information Technology Information Library framework with experience implementing systems, processes and control associated with the framework.
- ITIL certification preferred.
- Professional security management certification (CISM, CISSP, CISA, etc.) preferred.
- Deep understanding of security principles, technologies, and protocols, including network security, cloud security, encryption, authentication, and access control.
- Strong leadership and managerial skills with experience in building and leading high-performing teams.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to collaborate effectively across different departments and levels of the organization.
- Demonstrated ability to navigate complex technical landscapes, make strategic decisions, and prioritize initiatives effectively.
While this position is open to remote candidates across the U.S., we will prioritize those who live in the Washington-Baltimore metropolitan area and who are available to come into our Headquarters in Lanham, MD two days a week.
Benefits & Culture
Our global employee base is a diverse collection of innovators, dreamers, and doers working together to transform lives through higher education. We believe that every employee can advance our shared purpose, and that life at 2U should be fun and meaningful. If you’re excited by the opportunity to provide over 40 million learners and counting with access to world-class online higher education, then join us – and do work that makes a difference. #NoBackRow
We offer comprehensive benefits (unique per country) and excellent work/life balance. Full-time, U.S. benefits include:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Life insurance, disability, and 401(k) employer match.
- Employee stock purchase plan.
- Free snacks and drinks in-office.
- Generous paid holidays and leave policies, including unlimited PTO.
- Additional time off benefits include: volunteer days, parental leave, and a company-wide winter break.
The anticipated base salary range for this role is $250,000-$300,000, with potential bonus eligibility. Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, budget for the position and cost of labor in the market in which the candidate will be hired.
2U Diversity and Inclusion Statement
At 2U, we are committed to building and sustaining a culture of belonging, respect, and inclusion. We are proud of the steps we’ve taken to bring together an employee base that embodies diverse walks of life, ideas, genders, ages, races, cultures, sexual orientations, abilities and other unique qualities. We strive to offer a workplace where every employee feels empowered by what makes us different, as well as by how we are alike.
2U is committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodations, please reach out to us at: recruitingaccommodations@2u.com.
About 2U Inc. (NASDAQ: TWOU)
For more than a decade, 2U, Inc. has been the digital transformation partner of choice to great non-profit colleges and universities delivering high-quality online education at scale. As the parent company of edX, a leading global online learning platform, 2U provides over 45 million learners with access to world-class education in partnership with more than 230 colleges, universities, and corporations. Our people and technology are powering more than 4,000 digital education offerings — from free courses to full degrees — and helping unlock human potential. To learn more: visit 2U.com.
About EdX
edX is the education movement for restless learners and a leading global online learning platform from 2U, Inc. (Nasdaq: TWOU). Together with the majority of the world’s top-ranked universities and industry-leading companies, we bring our community of over 45 million learners world-class education to support them at every stage of their lives and careers, from free courses to full degrees. And we're not stopping there — we're relentlessly pursuing our vision of a world where every learner can access education to unlock their potential, without the barriers of cost or location. Learn more at edX.org.
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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
2U is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against applicants or employees and ensures equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of their race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship, military or veterans’ status, or any other classifications protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. 2U’s equal opportunity policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, job benefits and pay.
