Director, Security
Overview:
Nerdy is seeking an experienced Director of Security to lead our information security strategy and enterprise IT operations. This senior leader will build and scale security programs, protect company and customer data, and ensure reliable, efficient IT infrastructure across the organization. The role partners closely with Engineering, Legal, and executive leadership to balance risk management with business velocity.
About Nerdy:
At Nerdy (NYSE: NRDY) - the company behind Varsity Tutors - we’re redrawing the blueprint of learning. Our Live + AI™ platform fuses real-time human expertise with proprietary generative-AI systems, setting a new bar for measurable academic impact at global scale.
We recruit the kind of technologists and operators you’d bet on as solo founders - people who turn ambiguous problems into shipping code, iterate faster than markets move, and compound their advantage with every data point. In an era where great employees can deliver 10-times the leverage of the merely good, we back those who play to win.
Fortune favors the bold. Join us.
How we compete:
AI-Native at every levelFrom the CEO to day-one hires, everyone builds and ships with generative AI. If you’re not wielding AI, you’re not done.
Entrepreneurial velocityMove at founder speed, prototype in hours, and measure in real user outcomes. Slow teams die.
Free-market rigor Ideas rise or fall on merit and results - no committees, no politics, no cap on upside.
Full-stack ownership You design, build, and run what you ship; accountability is a feature, not a bug.
Reward for contributionPay rises with impact, not years. Outstanding results earn outsized rewards. We evaluate both what you achieve and how you achieve it: living our leadership principles and using AI effectively are formally measured and rewarded.
Relentless explorationPush the frontier of generative AI in live learning and - because only the paranoid survive - questioning every legacy assumption along the way.
Is ApoliticalYou stay focused on mission-aligned outcomes, not distractions or unrelated causes.
If you’re a technically minded builder who thrives on open competition, personal responsibility, and the chance to redefine how the world learns - while continually stretching the limits of what generative AI can do - come do the most ambitious and rewarding work of your career here. Learn more at nerdy.com.
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Qualifications:
10+ years of experience in information security, with 5+ years in leadership roles
Proven track record building and scaling security programs in a fast-paced technology environment
Deep knowledge of security frameworks and compliance standards (SOC 2, ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, CCPA)
Strong understanding of cloud security (AWS, GCP, or Azure), identity management, and modern IT operations
Experience leading incident response and managing security risk
Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, vendors, and cross-functional stakeholders
Excellent communication skills, including the ability to present to executives and the board
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field, or equivalent experience
Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CISA) are a plus
Responsibilities:
Define and execute the company's overall security strategy, roadmap, and governance framework
Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing team across information security
Establish and maintain security policies, standards, and incident response procedures
Oversee enterprise IT operations including endpoint management, identity and access management, and SaaS administration
Lead security compliance efforts and audits (e.g., SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, CCPA)
Manage vulnerability management, threat detection, and security monitoring programs
Partner with Engineering to embed security best practices into the software development lifecycle
Own vendor relationships and budget for security and IT tools and services
Report on security posture, risk, and key metrics to executive leadership and the board
Drive security awareness training and a culture of security across the organization
Unleash Your Potential at Nerdy:
At Nerdy, you'll earn your success through meritocracy and exceptional outcomes. Our benefits reward performance and initiative:
Competitive Compensation & Advancement: Market-leading salary paired with clear promotion pathways and equity (RSUs) - become an owner in our success.
Retirement Made Simple: 401(k) plan with company match and immediate vesting.
A Remote-First Culture: We embrace flexibility across time zones and working styles to attract top talent and meet learners where they are.
Flexible Time Off: Recharge on your terms, ensuring maximum productivity.
Continuous Learning: Access an all-inclusive learning membership for you and your household, including 1:1 tutoring hours, unlimited on-demand classes, and our full suite of learning products and services.
Supercharge with AI: Leverage cutting-edge AI tools to accelerate your workflow.
You’re Covered: Medical, dental, vision, life, STD & LTD plans plus strong maternity, paternity, and adoption leaves - numerous options for you and your family.
The Bottom Line:
If you're driven by impact, energized by ownership, and excited to help shape what’s next, you’ll thrive here. We move fast, think big, and reward those who deliver. This isn’t a traditional corporate environment - it’s a place to do the most meaningful work of your career.
