Vice President, Security & Information Technology at CarGurus

This executive role is designed for a seasoned leader with over 15 years of experience at the intersection of Information Security and Corporate IT. The ideal c

Work type: hybrid

Location: Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Salary: $240,000 – $300,000/yr

Type: Full-time

Summary

This executive role is designed for a seasoned leader with over 15 years of experience at the intersection of Information Security and Corporate IT. The ideal candidate has transitioned from a deep technical background in security engineering/cloud architecture into a strategic powerhouse capable of reporting directly to a CTO. You should be comfortable leading large-scale security transformations, specifically within high-growth, cloud-native environments (AWS). The compensation is highly competitive, offering up to $300,000 in base salary plus RSUs and discretionary bonuses. You will join the Senior Management Team (SMT) at a profitable, public company while maintaining a hybrid work-life balance in Boston. Standout perks include equity for all employees, daily free lunch, and comprehensive commuting coverage. **You might be a good fit if you:** * Have a proven track record of managing both Information Security and Corporate IT departments simultaneously. * Can "go deep" on technical architecture reviews of critical cloud infrastructure and Infrastructure as Code (IaC). * Are experienced in navigating complex compliance frameworks and risk management within a public company. * Prioritize people mentorship and enjoy building high-performing, cross-functional engineering teams.

Job Description

Who we are

At CarGurus (NASDAQ: CARG), our mission is to give people the power to reach their destination. We started as a small team of developers determined to bring trust and transparency to car shopping. Since then, our history of innovation and go-to-market acceleration has driven industry-leading growth. In fact, we’re the largest and fastest-growing automotive marketplace, and we’ve been profitable for over 15 years.

What we do

The market is evolving, and we are too, moving the entire automotive journey online and guiding our customers through every step. That includes everything from the sale of an old car to the financing, purchase, and delivery of a new one. Today, tens of millions of consumers visit CarGurus.com each month, and ~30,000 dealerships use our products. But they're not the only ones who love CarGurus—our employees do, too. We have a people-first culture that fosters kindness, collaboration, and innovation, and empowers our Gurus with tools to fuel their career growth. Disrupting a trillion-dollar industry requires fresh and diverse perspectives. Come join us for the ride!

Role overview

We are seeking a technical and business leader to lead our Security and IT teams and join our Senior Management Team (SMT), reporting directly to the CTO. This role is responsible for ensuring the security, reliability, and scalability of our systems and infrastructure. The teams under this role solve a variety of challenges, from designing scalable security frameworks to implementing robust IT solutions. Our teams focus on providing a secure environment for engineering and business teams and with our significant AWS footprint, this role provides unique opportunities to drive security maturity and operational excellence across the organization.

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Position Pay Range
$240,000—$300,000 USD

Working at CarGurus

We reward our Gurus’ curiosity and passion with best-in-class benefits and compensation, including equity for all employees, both when they start and as they continue to grow with us. Our career development and corporate giving programs, as well as our employee resource groups (ERGs) and communities, help people build connections while making an impact in personally meaningful ways. A flexible hybrid model and robust time off policies encourage work-life balance and individual well-being. Thoughtful perks like daily free lunch, a new car discount, meditation and fitness apps, commuting cost coverage, and more help our people create space for what matters most in their personal and professional lives.

We welcome all

CarGurus strives to be a place to which people can bring the ultimate expression of themselves and their potential—starting with our hiring process. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation. We foster an inclusive environment that values people for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. That’s why we hope you’ll apply even if you don’t check every box listed in the job description. We also encourage you to tell your recruiter if you require accommodations to participate in our hiring process due to a disability so we can provide the appropriate support. We want to know what only you can bring to CarGurus. #LI-Hybrid

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