Company Description
Palmetto is a leading clean tech company on a mission to accelerate the transition to a clean energy future. With a belief that consumers can have it all, we are an uncompromising energy company that makes coming clean a no brainer. Our award-winning technology platform empowers homeowners, businesses, and entrepreneurs to adopt renewable energy through simple, scalable, and innovative solutions. Operating at the intersection of B2B and D2C, we offer software, financial products, and services that drive real environmental impact—without compromising value. We deliver end-to-end solutions for whole home electrification that put clean energy within reach for all.
Our employees are our most valuable resource. We foster a promote-from-within culture that prioritizes talent development, career growth, and purpose-driven work. Palmetto offers a comprehensive benefits package—including unlimited PTO, medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid parental leave, retirement plans, and more—so you can have it all both personally and professionally. Palmetto prioritizes people, planet, and profit—backed by a culture that values collaboration, impact, and balance. Join us in building a brighter, cleaner world.
Location
This position will be based in Charlotte, NC (preference) or remotely.
Summary of Role
As Palmetto continues to scale across its Capital and Consumer businesses, cybersecurity is mission-critical. We are seeking a Director of Cybersecurity to own our information security strategy, safeguard sensitive data, and ensure regulatory compliance. Reporting to the CTO, this leader will build and drive Palmetto’s proactive security program while working closely with Legal, Technology, and Operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and lead Palmetto’s enterprise security strategy and framework
- Build and scale a security function aligned with company growth
- Safeguard digital assets, including consumer data and IoT devices
- Ensure compliance with NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2, GDPR, and CCPA
- Partner with executives, board members, and external stakeholders to strengthen confidence in Palmetto’s security posture
- Foster a security-first culture through training, awareness, and proactive defenses
Qualifications
- 10+ years of progressive experience in information security or cybersecurity leadership
- Proven ability to design and execute enterprise-wide security programs
- Strong knowledge of compliance frameworks and regulatory standards
- Experience in consumer finance or other highly regulated sectors preferred
- Strong professional cybersecurity network to stay ahead of emerging threats and evolving best practices
- Ability to communicate complex security concepts clearly to executives and non-technical audiences
- Entrepreneurial, high-EQ leader who thrives in fast-growth environments
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Palmetto embraces diversity and is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
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