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Director of Cyber Security


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Employment Type : Direct Hire


Date Posted : 3/24/2026


Location : Knoxville ,Tennessee


Job Description

Knoxville, TN | Director of Cybersecurity | Full-time

We are actively recruiting a Director of Cybersecurity for our client in Knoxville, TN. This is a hybrid direct placement opportunity that will require some onsite work in Knoxville. This position reports to the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and is responsible for overseeing cybersecurity operations and strategy. This role ensures confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information assets, particularly sensitive data (PHI). This role also involves setting the vision and direction for cybersecurity services, implementing standards and security policies that are maintained, and managing technical implementation projects. The Director of Cybersecurity has financial and budgetary responsibilities, manages a wide range of vendors and external partners, and executes personnel management within the cybersecurity area. The successful candidate will lead and ensure performance management and career development for an extended team of cybersecurity professionals. You will also assist in developing strategic cybersecurity roadmaps and collaborating with other IT and clinical technology teams to secure sensitive data and ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations. A minimum of 7 years of leadership experience in cybersecurity within an enterprise-sized IT organization is required.

Due to client request, candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

"Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled"

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Full time

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