Director of IT & Security

About Draganfly :

Draganfly Inc. (the “Company”) has been a recognized technology leader within the commercial UAV space for over two decades. We helped establish the commercial market & adoption of multi-rotor helicopters for public safety, agriculture, aerial imaging, & more. As a leader who helped shape the industry, Draganfly’s focus is on the sale of drone products and services, contract engineering & custom integration product development, and health monitoring products and services.

About The Role :

Draganfly Innovations is on the lookout for a Director of IT & Security. This senior, hands‑on leadership role is responsible for defining and executing the organization’s technology strategy, IT operations, cybersecurity posture, and data governance. It’s an ideal fit for an SME environment where strategic vision must balance with daily operational execution across infrastructure, cloud systems, cybersecurity programs, vendor management, and governance.

You’ll be joining Draganfly at a pivotal time, where you’ll help build and scale our IT foundation from the ground up. This is a rare opportunity to influence long-term systems architecture, establish core processes, and create a secure, scalable technology environment that will support the company’s rapid growth.

This leader ensures the reliability, security, and scalability of all technology systems while partnering closely with operations, finance, HR, and product / engineering teams to support cross-functional success.

Key Responsibilities :

• Develop and implement an enterprise-wide cybersecurity strategy and roadmap.
• Oversee network security, cloud security, endpoint protection, and identity management.
• Lead incident response and disaster recovery planning, including tabletop exercises.
• Ensure compliance with frameworks such as ISO 27001, SOC 2, NIST, GDPR, and relevant local regulations.
• Manage security architecture, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing.
• Partner with IT and DevOps teams to embed security into the software development lifecycle (DevSecOps).
• Monitor emerging threats and implement proactive security measures.
• Manage security budgets, vendor relationships, and key technology investments.
• Provide regular reporting on security posture and risk to executive leadership and the board.

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Why Join Us :

At Draganfly Innovations, you’ll join a collaborative team that values innovation, curiosity, and continuous improvement. We’re in an exciting growth phase, scaling our technologies, product lines, and teams as we continue to shape the future of UAV innovation. Joining us now means becoming part of a company with deep roots in the industry - and bold ambitions for what comes next.

You’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, work on diverse and cutting‑edge projects, and grow your skills alongside passionate experts. We offer competitive compensation, strong benefits, and a supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. Here, you won’t just join a company - you’ll help build what comes next.

As part of our hiring process, all candidates must successfully complete reference checks and a criminal background check.

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