Manager - Information Security

SoftBank Investment Advisers (SBIA); Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company seeks an experienced Information Security Manager to oversee the global information security program. The role involves developing strategy, managing security operations, and ensuring compliance across systems and data. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in security leadership and risk management, with a commitment to fostering a culture of security within the organization.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible work options

Volunteer time off

Qualifications

• 5+ years in information security with 2+ in a leadership role.
• Proven people management experience and technical team leadership.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance (SOC 2, ISO 27001).

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain comprehensive information security strategy.
• Manage security controls, risk assessments, and incident response.
• Lead security awareness training across the organization.

Skills

Leadership

Risk Management

Cloud Security

Security Architecture

Compliance Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or Information Security

Tools

SIEMs

Vulnerability Scanners

EDR

Identity/Access Management Platforms

Job description

• Company Address: 2020 West 89th Street , Second floor, Leawood, KS 66206, US

About C2FO

C2FO is the world’s on-demand working capital platform, providing fast, flexible and equitable access to low-cost capital to nearly 2 million businesses worldwide.

About C2FO

C2FO is the world’s on-demand working capital platform, providing fast, flexible and equitable access to low-cost capital to nearly 2 million businesses worldwide.

Job Description

More than a mission, C2FO is a better financial system, changing the way every business gains access to the working capital they need to thrive. At C2FO, everyone is an employee-owner which means we’re all invested in our work and team members. We’re a company of team players and self-starters finding new and innovative ways to get things done. If you’re excited to learn, grow and leave your mark on our fast-growing organization, C2FO may be the place for you.

About C2FO

Headquartered in Kansas City, USA, C2FO has more than 500 employees worldwide, with operations throughout North America, Europe, India, Asia Pacific, and Australia. C2FO is the world’s largest on-demand working capital platform. Our mission is to ensure every business has the capital needed to thrive and we have delivered more than $350+ billion in funding to businesses since our founding. How do we do this? By providing fast, flexible, and equitable access to low-cost capital through our easy-to-use platform.

We provide technology with a human touch, giving our customers the direct support they need and ensuring our team members have the tools, resources, and work environment they need to deliver on our promise to customers. With the C2FO platform, businesses worldwide have more working capital to fuel their growth, create jobs and develop new products.

At C2FO, we take care of our customers and our people – the vital human capital that helps our customers thrive. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package, flexible work options for work/life balance, volunteer time off, and more. Learn more about our benefits here:https://www.c2fo.com/amer/us/en-us/about-us/careers

Position Summary

C2FO is seeking an experienced Information Security Manager to lead our global information security program's strategy, operations, and governance. In this role, you will ensure that our data, systems, and customer information remain secure in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. You’ll work cross-functionally with engineering, IT, legal, compliance, and product teams to implement best practices and foster a culture of security throughout the organization.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive information security strategy aligned with C2FO’s business goals and regulatory requirements.
• Lead risk assessments, vulnerability management, and security incident response processes.
• Manage and continuously improve our security controls across infrastructure, applications, and data.
• Collaborate with DevOps and Engineering teams to integrate security into the software development lifecycle (DevSecOps).
• Oversee third-party security assessments and vendor risk management.
• Maintain and improve compliance with relevant frameworks (e.g., SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR).
• Develop governance protocols for responsible AI use, deployment, and monitoring
• Monitor industry trends and emerging threats to proactively adjust the security posture.
• Lead internal security awareness and training programs.
• Support audit, legal, and compliance teams with security-related matters and documentation.
• Manage security tools, budgets, and vendor relationships.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of security professionals, including security administrators and engineers.
• Assign priorities, provide technical and career guidance, and conduct regular performance reviews.

BasicQualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Security, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in information security, including at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Proven people management experience, including coaching, delegation, and team building.
• Experience managing security programs and leading small technical teams.
• Strong knowledge of security architecture, cloud security (preferably AWS & GCP), and modern threat landscapes.
• Familiarity with regulatory and compliance standards such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, and GDPR.
• Experience with tools such as SIEMs, vulnerability scanners, EDR, and identity/access management platforms.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and communicate complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or equivalent.

PreferredQualifications:

• Experience in a fintech or financial services environment.
• Background in DevSecOps or securing cloud-native applications.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we not only value diversity and equality, but we also empower our team members to bring their authentic selves to work every day. Our goal is to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and our global, multicultural clients. We recognize the power of inclusion, emphasizing that each team member was chosen for their unique ability to contribute to the overall success of our mission.

We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.