Lead, Information Security

Hancock Whitney; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hancock Whitney in New Orleans seeks an experienced Information Security Manager to supervise security controls for business-critical applications and systems. You will mentor staff, coordinate security engagements, and collaborate with bank leaders to uphold policy, risk, and compliance while responding to alerts.

The role requires 6+ years in information security, an associate degree or higher, and CISSP or equivalent certification preferred. On-site position with a strong security program.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in information systems or a related field.
• 6+ years of information security experience.
• CISSP or equivalent certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prioritize, and coordinate assignments of information security associates.
• Design, develop, and support various security controls as part of the Enterprise Security Program.
• Standardize, document, and automate information security controls where possible.
• Ensure compliance with policies, guidelines, and architecture; document exceptions.
• Work with bank leaders to support the mission and core values.

Skills

Security leadership

Mentoring

Security controls

Audit coordination

Education

Associate’s degree in Information Systems or related field

CISSP or equivalent certification

Job description

Provides supervisory oversight of security controls and troubleshooting efforts of security services related to business critical applications and systems; Is highly experienced and capable of: leading project engagements, consulting business lines on the use of security technologies, managing staff, evaluating and recommending new technical and administrative controls, and providing mentoring and guidance to junior team members.

Additional duties may consist of reacting to security alerts in a timely manner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, prioritize, and coordinate assignments of information security associates
• Design, develop, and support various security controls as part of the overall Enterprise Security Program
• Standardize, document, maintain, and automate where possible, information security controls
• Ensure compliance with Hancock Whitney’s policies, guidelines, and architecture; documenting exceptions
• Work with other bank leaders to support the mission and core values of the bank.
• Provide mentoring, guidance and training to staff of information security associates.
• Perform other related job duties and special projects as assigned
• Ensure that user community understands and adheres to necessary procedures to maintain security
• Conduct accurate evaluation of the level of security required
• Weigh business needs against security concerns and articulate issues to management
• Work with auditors and examiners to assist in gathering requested information for review
• Participates in continuing education to keep certifications up to date and to stay abreast of Information Security Technology Trends.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• May have supervisory responsibilities.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies, procedures and applicable laws;
• Provides guidance and oversight to and is responsible for the coordination and evaluation of the assigned team.
• Responsibilities may include interviewing, hiring and training associates;
• planning, assigning and directing work;
• performance management;
• associate compensation;
• approving expense reports;
• addressing concerns and resolving problems.

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE

• Required: Associate’s degree in Information Systems or relevant science degree or senior security certification (i.e. CISSP, GSE) and 6+ years related experience
• An equivalent combination of education and experience is allowed

ESSENTIAL MENTAL & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work under stress and meet deadlines
• Ability to operate related equipment to perform the essential job functions
• Ability to read and interpret a document if required to perform the essential job functions
• Ability to travel if required to perform the essential job functions
• Ability to lift/move/carry approximately 10 pounds if required to perform the essential job functions.
• If the employee is unable to lift/move/carry this weight and can be accommodated without causing the department/division an “undue hardship” then the employee must be accommodated; hence omitting lifting/moving/carrying as a physical requirement.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious beliefs, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, physical or mental disability or history of disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, disabled veteran, or other protected characteristics as required by federal, state and local laws.