Cyber Security Entrepreneur in Residence

Human Agency is hiring a Cyber Security Entrepreneur in Residence in Chicago, Cook County. This is a full-time opportunity to lead security strategy and innovation for a rapidly scaling organization.

About the Role

As a Cyber Security Entrepreneur in Residence, you'll shape the security foundation and culture of a fast-growing company. You'll balance strategic security leadership with hands-on problem-solving, driving initiatives that protect our assets while enabling business growth. This role sits at the intersection of entrepreneurial thinking and cybersecurity expertise—ideal for someone who thrives on building security solutions from the ground up and mentoring teams through complex challenges.

What You'll Do

• Develop and execute cybersecurity strategy aligned with business objectives
• Identify security gaps and lead cross-functional initiatives to address them
• Build a security-first culture across the organization
• Advise leadership on risk management and compliance requirements
• Mentor technical teams on security best practices and emerging threats
• Evaluate and implement security tools and technologies
• Respond to security incidents and drive continuous improvement

What We're Looking For

• Deep expertise in cybersecurity with hands-on technical knowledge
• Proven entrepreneurial mindset—you've built, launched, or scaled security initiatives
• Strong leadership and communication skills to influence across teams
• Strategic thinking paired with attention to operational detail
• Experience in risk assessment, threat modeling, and incident response
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks and security standards
• Passion for innovation and staying ahead of emerging security trends

About Human Agency

Human Agency is a rapidly scaling organization attracting exceptional talent across creative, technical, and leadership disciplines. We're building a pipeline of transformative opportunities and seeking experienced professionals who can help us achieve our next phase of growth.

How to Apply

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