Cyber and Security Director

We are looking for a Field CISO to help scale and grow our UK and Ireland business, with a strong focus on business and market development. This customer-facing, strategic role combines Cyber Security expertise with commercial acumen to deliver measurable business value. Acting as Rapid7’s Cyber Security Subject Matter Expert across the region, you’ll bridge cyber strategy with customer outcomes, collaborating closely with Sales, Solutions Engineering, Customer Success, Product, and CISO teams.
The UK & I region is a core driver of Rapid7’s EMEA growth, comprising around 60 Go-to-Customer professionals across Sales, Channel, Solutions Engineering, Customer Success, and Marketing - all within a 100% channel-focused organisation. Alongside this, the region is home to one of Rapid7’s largest technical and research hubs, with over 600 colleagues across security research, engineering, global support, and our EMEA Managed SOC operations.
Combining strong go-to-market capability with deep technical expertise, our Belfast and Reading hubs support product innovation, security research, and 24/7 Managed Detection and Response services. The team operates in a hybrid working model, collaborating closely with global product and threat research teams to deliver world-class detection, response, and cloud security solutions.
As a Field CISO, your primary responsibility will be to scale and grow business and market development across UK & Ireland, collaborating across teams to drive revenue growth. Act as Rapid7’s senior cyber strategy ambassador, engaging with CxO-level stakeholders to shape security strategy, influence outcomes, and position Rapid7 as a trusted cybersecurity partner.
In partnership with the UK&I Leadership Team, you’ll define and execute regional strategy, aligning Rapid7’s Command Platform to customer objectives, maximizing value across key accounts, and ensuring exceptional customer experiences.
Collaborate closely with Sales, Solutions Engineering, Product, and Labs teams to guide market strategy, represent the voice of the customer, and mentor technical talent.
Acting as a key presence in the UK&I cybersecurity community, you’ll represent Rapid7 at industry events, build peer relationships with CISOs and CTOs, and stay ahead of emerging threats and trends to inform both customer strategy and Rapid7’s roadmap.
The Skills And Qualities You’ll Bring Include
~10+ years proven experience in Cyber Security and 4+ years in a similar senior cybersecurity leadership, architecture, or advisory role, responsible for revenue growth.
~ Knowledge of Rapid7's Platform and its components, including Managed Detection and Response (MDR), Exposure Management (Surface Command, Exposure Command, Exposure Command ADVANCED), Attack Surface Management, Next-Gen SIEM, Cloud Security, Vulnerability Management, and Threat Intelligence.
~ Strong understanding of the Microsoft Security Stack and how to drive business value alongside this through partnering.
~ Exceptional executive communication and presentation skills, with a natural talent for public speaking to simplify complex technical topics for business leaders and win audiences and build enthusiasm
~ The ideal candidate will possess consulting experience and a proven ability to lead cross-functional virtual teams, effectively guiding members even without direct managerial authority.
~ An insatiable curiosity for cybersecurity and a commitment to continuous learning and staying ahead of emerging threats.
~ Fluent in English; additional Central European or Nordic languages are a plus.

At Rapid7, our vision is to create a secure digital world for our customers, our industry, and our communities. We’re building a dynamic and collaborative workplace where new ideas are welcome.
If you ’re ready to solve some of the toughest challenges in cybersecurity, we’re ready to help you take command of your career.