The Director of Compliance will lead compliance activities, ensuring regulatory adherence, overseeing compliance programs, audit management, risk assessments, and team leadership.
DTEX is looking for a Director of Compliance to lead and manage all compliance activities across the organization. This role will ensure that DTEX maintains a robust and proactive compliance posture, meeting regulatory, customer, and internal requirements. The Director will oversee the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of compliance programs, policies, and controls, and will serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors, customers, regulatory bodies, and internal stakeholders on all matters related to compliance.Key Responsibilities
Why Join Us?
About DTEX Systems
DTEX Systems is the global leader in Workforce Cyber Intelligence & Security. Our mission is to safeguard the digital workforce by detecting and mitigating insider risks, preventing data loss, and enabling secure innovation.
We empower organizations to protect their most valuable assets—their people, their data, and their intellectual property—without compromising privacy or trust. Our solutions provide unmatched visibility and context into workforce behaviors, helping enterprises stop insider threats, achieve regulatory compliance, and accelerate digital transformation securely.
Our ideal customers include large, security-conscious organizations across financial services, critical infrastructure, technology, defense, and healthcare—where protecting sensitive data and ensuring compliance are mission-critical.
Joining DTEX means joining a passionate team working at the intersection of cybersecurity, intelligence, and trust. Together, we’re redefining how organizations protect their future.
Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.
Base salary range (SF Bay Area): $150k-$200k + equity
- Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive compliance programs covering compliance frameworks such as FedRAMP, PCI, E8, ISM, HIPAA, and others as required.
- Lead internal and external audit management, including coordination of evidence collection, audit responses, and remediation activities.
- Oversee third-party risk management (TPRM) activities, including vendor risk assessments, ongoing monitoring, due diligence, and remediation of third-party risks.
- Oversee customer assurance processes, ensuring timely and accurate responses to customer security reviews and compliance questionnaires.
- Manage internal risk management activities, including risk assessments, mitigation planning, and ongoing monitoring.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and standards, and ensure organizational policies and controls are aligned accordingly.
- Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors, regulatory agencies, and customers on compliance matters.
- Collaborate with business, engineering, and security teams to ensure compliance requirements are integrated into operational and technical processes.
- Drive business continuity planning and privacy program management, ensuring readiness for regulatory changes and incident response.
- Report regularly on compliance status.
- Lead and mentor a team of compliance professionals, fostering a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Law, Business, Information Security, or related discipline).
- 8+ years of experience in compliance, risk management, or audit roles within technology or highly regulated industries.
- Deep expertise in compliance frameworks such as SOC 2, FedRAMP, PCI DSS, E8, ISM, HIPAA, and privacy regulations.
- Demonstrated experience managing audits, regulatory assessments, and third-party risk programs.
- Strong understanding of risk management methodologies and business continuity planning.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
- Proven leadership experience, including building and developing high-performing teams.
- Professional certifications such as CISA, CISM, CRISC, or similar are highly desirable.
- U.S. citizenship required; must be based in the United States.
Why Join Us?
- Impact at Scale – Drive the growth of a market-leading cybersecurity company.
- Thriving Company Culture – DTEX fosters a values-driven environment prioritizing respect, inclusion, and collaboration.
- Growth & Development – Opportunities for professional advancement and lifelong learning.
- Flexibility – Hybrid or remote work options.
- Comprehensive Benefits – Competitive compensation, equity participation, health and wellness benefits, and generous time-off policies
About DTEX Systems
DTEX Systems is the global leader in Workforce Cyber Intelligence & Security. Our mission is to safeguard the digital workforce by detecting and mitigating insider risks, preventing data loss, and enabling secure innovation.
We empower organizations to protect their most valuable assets—their people, their data, and their intellectual property—without compromising privacy or trust. Our solutions provide unmatched visibility and context into workforce behaviors, helping enterprises stop insider threats, achieve regulatory compliance, and accelerate digital transformation securely.
Our ideal customers include large, security-conscious organizations across financial services, critical infrastructure, technology, defense, and healthcare—where protecting sensitive data and ensuring compliance are mission-critical.
Joining DTEX means joining a passionate team working at the intersection of cybersecurity, intelligence, and trust. Together, we’re redefining how organizations protect their future.
Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.
Base salary range (SF Bay Area): $150k-$200k + equity
Top Skills
E8
Fedramp
Hipaa
Ism
Pci
Soc 2
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