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Are you ready to build America’s energy future? Form Energy is an American manufacturing and energy technology company. We’re revolutionizing energy storage with cost-effective, multi-day technology designed to keep the electric grid secure and reliable, even during extended periods of stress. By strengthening the electric system and reimagining what’s possible, we’re giving clean energy a whole new form!
In recent years, Form Energy has earned a number of accolades, including being named by TIME as a “Best Invention”, MIT Technology Review as a “Top Climate Tech Company To Watch”, and Fast Company as “One of the Next Big Things In Tech”. We are making rapid progress on our mission of delivering energy storage for a better world, and our team is growing just as rapidly to meet demand. We have signed contracts with leading electric utilities across the United States and production of our iron-air batteries is underway at our first high-volume manufacturing facility in West Virginia.
Working for Form Energy is more than just a job, it’s a chance to be part of something extraordinary. And now - right as we significantly scale up battery manufacturing - might be the most exciting moment in the company’s history to join. We are assembling a team of highly talented and driven individuals across the country. Driven by our core values of humanity, excellence, and creativity, our team is determined to deliver on our mission and transform the energy landscape for the better.
Feeling energized to make a meaningful impact on the world? Then keep reading - you’ve come to the right place.
Role Description
Form Energy is hiring an Information Security Engineer. In this role, you will be responsible for implementing and maintaining the security infrastructure of our organization. You will play a critical role in implementing security controls, systems, and procedures to protect our applications, networks, and data from cyber threats. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape and be part of the growth of a fast-moving company with breakthrough technology and an incredible mission!
What you'll do:
- Deploy, configure and maintain security technologies such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), antivirus and endpoint security software
- Monitor the performance and effectiveness of security tools and systems
- Troubleshoot security-related issues and implement appropriate solutions
- Assist in responding to security incidents and breaches by providing technical expertise and support
- Coordinate with system administrators and vendors to ensure timely deployment of security patches and updates
- Assist in answering information security questionnaires and various requests for information about IT information security
What you'll bring:
- 3+ years of experience in hands-on information security engineering (flexible on number of years of experience) with previous experience in desktop, deployment or systems engineering
- Proven experience with security infrastructure, access control, periodic security reviews and incident response
- Experience implementing, managing and migrating to Microsoft M365 cloud including Intune, Azure, EntraID and DLP
- Familiarity with scripting languages to facilitate automation
- Expert problem solving skills required
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
Applications will be accepted until the job is filled.
#LI-Remote
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Humanity is a cornerstone of Form Energy’s culture, and we make sure our compensation and benefits reflect that. Form Energy offers competitive salaries, stock options, and a holistic benefits package to ensure all employees have what they need to thrive while working here.
When it comes to you and your family’s health, we cover 100% of medical, dental, and vision premiums for full-time employees - and 80% of healthcare premiums for dependents. This starts from day one. We also offer at least 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents (up to 20 weeks for birthing parents), and generous vacation policies to give employees time to recharge when needed.
To build America’s energy future, we need everyone at the table. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply to our open jobs.
If you may require reasonable accommodations to participate in our interview process, please contact accommodations@formenergy.com. Requests for accommodations will be treated with discretion.
Form Energy is committed to maintaining the privacy of our applicants. Please be aware that we will never solicit sensitive personal information such as Social Security numbers or bank account details during the recruiting or hiring process.
Compensation Range: $111,826 - $139,777
Are you ready to build America’s energy future? Form Energy is an American manufacturing and energy technology company. We’re revolutionizing energy storage with cost-effective, multi-day technology designed to keep the electric grid secure and reliable, even during extended periods of stress. By strengthening the electric system and reimagining what’s possible, we’re giving clean energy a whole new form!
In recent years, Form Energy has earned a number of accolades, including being named by TIME as a “Best Invention”, MIT Technology Review as a “Top Climate Tech Company To Watch”, and Fast Company as “One of the Next Big Things In Tech”. We are making rapid progress on our mission of delivering energy storage for a better world, and our team is growing just as rapidly to meet demand. We have signed contracts with leading electric utilities across the United States and production of our iron-air batteries is underway at our first high-volume manufacturing facility in West Virginia.
Working for Form Energy is more than just a job, it’s a chance to be part of something extraordinary. And now - right as we significantly scale up battery manufacturing - might be the most exciting moment in the company’s history to join. We are assembling a team of highly talented and driven individuals across the country. Driven by our core values of humanity, excellence, and creativity, our team is determined to deliver on our mission and transform the energy landscape for the better.
Feeling energized to make a meaningful impact on the world? Then keep reading - you’ve come to the right place.
Role Description
Form Energy is hiring an Information Security Engineer. In this role, you will be responsible for implementing and maintaining the security infrastructure of our organization. You will play a critical role in implementing security controls, systems, and procedures to protect our applications, networks, and data from cyber threats. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape and be part of the growth of a fast-moving company with breakthrough technology and an incredible mission!
What you'll do:
- Deploy, configure and maintain security technologies such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), antivirus and endpoint security software
- Monitor the performance and effectiveness of security tools and systems
- Troubleshoot security-related issues and implement appropriate solutions
- Assist in responding to security incidents and breaches by providing technical expertise and support
- Coordinate with system administrators and vendors to ensure timely deployment of security patches and updates
- Assist in answering information security questionnaires and various requests for information about IT information security
What you'll bring:
- 3+ years of experience in hands-on information security engineering (flexible on number of years of experience) with previous experience in desktop, deployment or systems engineering
- Proven experience with security infrastructure, access control, periodic security reviews and incident response
- Experience implementing, managing and migrating to Microsoft M365 cloud including Intune, Azure, EntraID and DLP
- Familiarity with scripting languages to facilitate automation
- Expert problem solving skills required
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
Applications will be accepted until the job is filled.
#LI-Remote
#LI-CB1
Humanity is a cornerstone of Form Energy’s culture, and we make sure our compensation and benefits reflect that. Form Energy offers competitive salaries, stock options, and a holistic benefits package to ensure all employees have what they need to thrive while working here.
When it comes to you and your family’s health, we cover 100% of medical, dental, and vision premiums for full-time employees - and 80% of healthcare premiums for dependents. This starts from day one. We also offer at least 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents (up to 20 weeks for birthing parents), and generous vacation policies to give employees time to recharge when needed.
To build America’s energy future, we need everyone at the table. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply to our open jobs.
If you may require reasonable accommodations to participate in our interview process, please contact accommodations@formenergy.com. Requests for accommodations will be treated with discretion.
Form Energy is committed to maintaining the privacy of our applicants. Please be aware that we will never solicit sensitive personal information such as Social Security numbers or bank account details during the recruiting or hiring process.
Compensation Range: $111,826 - $139,777
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Who's Hiring
- Affirm28
- Akumin13
- Kastle Systems11
- DigitalOcean9
- Pinterest8
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software108
- Banking & Financial Services42
- Healthcare & Medical Services28
- Electronics & Hardware18
- Consulting & Professional Services14
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote director of information security jobs.
- Seven or more years of progressive information security leadership experience
- Active CISSP, CISM, or equivalent professional security certification
- Demonstrated experience managing security operations, incident response, and vulnerability management programs
- Deep knowledge of compliance frameworks including NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2, or sector-specific regulations
- Experience building and leading cross-functional security teams and managing security budgets
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related technical field
Tips for Your Remote Director Of Information Security Job Search
Quantify your risk reduction outcomes
Your resume needs measurable impact, not a list of tools you've managed. Hiring committees for director of information security roles respond to statements like reduced incident response time or cut audit findings, tied to a specific program you led.
Align certifications to the posting requirements
CISSP is nearly universal, but many postings also screen for CISM, CRISC, or FedRAMP experience depending on the sector. Read each listing carefully and move the most relevant credential to the top of your resume's certification section.
Target openings by compliance framework
Director of information security roles in healthcare, defense, and finance are often scoped around specific frameworks like HIPAA, CMMC, or SOX. Filtering openings by these terms surfaces roles where your existing compliance experience is a direct match.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists director of information security openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a board-level communication example
Interviewers at the director level almost always ask how you present security risk to non-technical executives. Prepare one concrete story where you translated a technical threat into business impact language and influenced a budget or policy decision.
Negotiate scope before negotiating title
Before accepting an offer, clarify whether the role includes ownership of the security budget, headcount authority, and a direct reporting line to the CISO or CTO. Misaligned scope is the leading reason directors of information security leave roles within the first year.
Remote Director Of Information Security Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote director of information security job?
Target companies that already run distributed teams, since they hire remotely by default and know how to onboard someone they never meet in person. Remote director of information security employers screen hard for self-direction and clear written communication on top of the core skills, so show evidence you can own work without someone over your shoulder. Apply to the openings above that match your experience.
Which companies hire remote director of information securitys?
Remote director of information security roles are posted by Affirm, Akumin, and Kastle Systems and others right now, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Remote-first firms and large companies running distributed teams post the most remote director of information security roles.
Can you get a remote director of information security job with no experience?
Yes, but it is harder than an on-site role, because remote work expects you to operate independently from the start. Entry-level remote director of information security openings do exist, especially at remote-first companies, and a portfolio of real work helps more than a long resume. Applying broadly to the roles that fit improves your odds.
Do you need a degree for remote director of information security jobs?
Not always. Many employers hire remote director of information securitys on demonstrated skills and prior work rather than a specific degree, though some larger companies still prefer one. Showing relevant results matters more than a credential for most remote director of information security roles.
Which industries hire the most remote director of information securitys?
The sectors hiring the most remote director of information securitys are Technology & Software, Banking & Financial Services, and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. These sectors run distributed teams and hire director of information securitys remotely most consistently.
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