Information Security Officer

Planters Bank & Trust Co; United States; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Planters Bank & Trust Company is seeking an Information Security Officer to lead the development and oversight of the Bank's information security program. You will protect customer information, banking systems, and technology assets while ensuring regulatory compliance.

You will collaborate with IT, Risk Management, Internal Audit, and Compliance to maintain a risk-based security program that supports the Bank's security objectives; travel may be required and flexibility in location is offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, CS, IS, or related field (or equivalent).
• Five or more years of progressively responsible information security experience.
• Knowledge of banking regulations and cybersecurity requirements.
• Experience developing and administering enterprise security programs.
• Strong understanding of: NIST CSF, CIS Controls, CRI.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Certifications preferred (CISSP, CISM, CRISC, GIAC, Security+, CEH).
• Experience with Azure, Microsoft 365 security, AD, and cloud security preferred.
• Experience with EDR, SIEM, vulnerability management, and cyber operations preferred.
• Familiarity with automation/orchestration technologies preferred.
• Programming or scripting experience (Python, PowerShell, SQL, JavaScript) preferred.
• Data analytics or dashboard development (Power BI, Tableau) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and oversee the Bank's Information Security Program.
• Ensure compliance with banking regulations and internal policies.
• Advise Chief Risk Officer on cybersecurity risk.
• Collaborate with IT, Risk Management, Internal Audit, and Compliance.
• Maintain a risk-based security program that supports security objectives.
• Travel as needed and adapt to location flexibility.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Risk management

Incident Response

Vulnerability Management

Identity & Access Management

Security metrics

PowerShell

Python

SQL

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field

Tools

Azure

Microsoft 365 Security

Active Directory

SIEM

EDR

Cloud security

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Madison Ops - Madison, MS 39110Planters Bank & Trust Company

Planters Bank & Trust Company is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Primary Job Description

The Information Security Officer (ISO) is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the Bank’s Information Security Program to protect customer information, banking systems, and technology assets. The ISO ensures compliance with applicable federal and state banking regulations, industry standards, and internal policies while serving as the primary advisor to the Chief Risk Officer on cybersecurity risk.

This position works closely with Information Technology, Risk Management, Internal Audit, Compliance, and other business units to maintain an effective, risk-based security program that supports the Bank’s security objectives.

Location: The location for this position may be flexible based on where the applicant is located as well as office space availability within our Planters Bank system. This position may require some travel.

**Please note- Nonqualified applications will not be considered for the position. Likewise, applications with false or incomplete information will also not be considered for the position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Five or more years of progressively responsible experience in information security, cybersecurity, risk management, or IT security.
• Demonstrated knowledge of banking regulations and cybersecurity requirements.
• Experience developing and administering enterprise security programs.
• Strong understanding of:
  • Cybersecurity frameworks (NIST CSF, CIS Controls, CRI)
  • Security risk assessments
  • Identity and Access Management
  • Vulnerability Management
  • Incident Response
  • Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery
  • Vendor Risk Management
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate technical risks.
• One or more of the following certifications are preferred:
  • CISSP
  • CISM
  • CRISC
  • GIAC certifications
  • Security+
  • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
• Experience in financial institutions or other highly regulated industries is preferred.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365 security, Active Directory, and cloud security is preferred.
• Experience with endpoint detection and response (EDR), SIEM, vulnerability management, and cyber operations is preferred.
• Familiarity with automation and orchestration technologies is preferred.
• Programming or scripting experience (Python, PowerShell, SQL, JavaScript, or similar) is preferred.
• Data analytics, business intelligence, or dashboard development experience (Power BI, Tableau, Superset, or similar) is preferred.
• Experience querying and analyzing large datasets is preferred.
• Experience with security metrics, KPIs, and reporting is preferred.
• Satisfactory Credit and Background Checks.

Physical Requirements Frequency Weight/Pounds

• Sitting 70%
• Standing 10%
• Walking 20%
• Fine Manipulation of Hands 80%
• Lifting 10% 30-50 lbs.
• Carrying 10% 30-50 lbs.
• Pushing/Pulling 5%
• Bending/Squatting 20%
• Reaching Overhead 5%