STARK is a new kind of defence technology company revolutionizing the way autonomous systems are deployed across multiple domains. We design, develop and manufacture high performance unmanned systems that are software-defined, mass-scalable, and cost effective. This provides our operators with a decisive edge in highly contested environments.
We’re focused on delivering deployable, high-performance systems - not future promises. In a time of rising threats, STARK is bolstering the technological edge of NATO Allies and their Partners to deter aggression and defend Europe - today.
Head of Security
Kyiv
Full-time
Permanent employee
About Us
Your mission
Build and lead a comprehensive security function covering physical, corporate, information, and personnel security. Establish unified standards, ensure effective risk management, and develop a scalable security system aligned with international practices.
Responsibilities
- Build and lead the end-to-end security function (physical, corporate, information, personnel).
- Conduct security risk assessments and develop the company risk map.
- Design and implement security policies, procedures, and access control systems.
- Establish and oversee incident response and crisis management processes.
- Ensure protection of critical assets, data, and confidential information.
- Maintain compliance with regulatory requirements and conduct due diligence.
- Build, manage, and develop the security team, including budgeting and KPIs.
- Partner with internal stakeholders (IT, HR, leadership) on security and investigations.
- Provide regular reporting on risks, incidents, and security performance.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in corporate or industrial security.
- Proven experience in building or transforming security functions.
- Team management experience.
- Strong understanding of physical and information security principles.
- Experience in risk management and incident response.
- Experience working in regulated environments.
- Experience interacting with government or regulatory authorities.
- Upper-Intermediate English level or higher.
- Willingness to relocate to Kyiv in case Kyiv is not the homebase.
About us
LEGAL DISCLAIMER
We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Due to the nature of our work in the defense sector, candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance required for the position.
We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Due to the nature of our work in the defense sector, candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance required for the position.