Team Lead, Information Security (Administration)

United Wholesale Mortgage; Pontiac (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mortgage company in Pontiac, MI is seeking an experienced Team Lead for Information Security. You will oversee a team ensuring the security of IT infrastructure, leading strategic implementations, and monitoring performance metrics. Ideal candidates have experience in security administration and the ability to manage diverse teams. This role offers a dynamic work environment with numerous benefits.

Benefits

Paid Time Off after 30 days

Paid training and career development

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401k with employer match

Free membership to fitness center

Gourmet cafeteria

Paid volunteer hours

Qualifications

• Proven experience in information security administration.
• Strong understanding of relevant technologies and best practices.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of security professionals.
• Oversee administration of security systems.
• Implement strategies for security objectives.
• Monitor and analyze performance metrics.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity or related field

Relevant certifications (CISSP, CISM, CEH)

Job description

Overview

UWM is seeking an experienced and dynamic Team Lead for Information Security (Administration). In this role, you will lead a team responsible for the administration of our information security systems and protocols, ensuring the highest level of protection for our organization's data and IT infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise, proven leadership skills, and a comprehensive understanding of security best practices in these areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and manage a team of security professionals, providing guidance, support, and fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Security Administration: Oversee the administration and maintenance of security systems, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), anti-virus software, and other security appliances.
• Project Implementation: Implement strategies and frameworks that align with the organization’s security objectives, ensuring effective identification of potential threats and vulnerabilities.
• Performance Monitoring: Monitor and analyze detection performance metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of day-to-day activities of the team, making recommendations for improvements as needed.
• Collaboration: Work closely with IT, security operations, and other teams to ensure seamless integration of security measures into overall IT practices, incident response, and risk management frameworks.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain comprehensive documentation of security policies, procedures, and incidents, providing regular reports to senior management on security posture and initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field; relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CEH) are a plus.
• Proven experience in information security administration, with a strong understanding of relevant technologies and best practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to manage and motivate a diverse team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with experience in conducting risk assessments and responding to security incidents.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.

The Place & The Perks

Ready to join thousands of talented team members who are making the dream of home ownership possible for more Americans? It’s all happening on UWM’s campus, where our award-winning workplace packs plenty of perks and amenities that keep the atmosphere buzzing with energy and excitement.

It’s no wonder that out of our six pillars, People Are Our Greatest Asset is number one. It’s at the very heart of how we treat each other, our clients and our community. Whether it’s providing elite client service or continuously striving to improve, our pillars provide a pathway to a more successful personal and professional life. From the team member that holds a door open to the one that helps guide your career, you’ll feel the encouragement and support on day one. No matter your race, creed, gender, age, sexual orientation and ethnicity, you’ll be welcomed here. Accepted here. And empowered to Be You Here.

More Reasons You’ll Love Working Here Include

• Paid Time Off (PTO) after just 30 days
• Additional parental and maternity leave benefits after 12 months
• Adoption reimbursement program
• Paid volunteer hours
• Paid training and career development
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• 401k with employer match
• Mortgage discount and area business discounts
• Free membership to our large, state-of-the-art fitness center, including exercise classes such as yoga and Zumba, various sports leagues and a full-size basketball court
• Wellness area, including an in-house primary-care physician’s office, full-time massage therapist and hair salon
• Gourmet cafeteria featuring homemade breakfast and lunch
• Convenience store featuring healthy grab-and-go snacks
• In-house Starbucks and Dunkin
• Indoor/outdoor café with Wi-Fi

Disclaimer

All the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation and change. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Team members may be required to perform other or different job-related duties as requested by their team lead, subject to reasonable accommodation. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. Employment with UWM is "at-will." UWM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By selecting “Apply for this job online” you provide consent to UWM to record phone call conversations between you and UWM to be used for quality control purposes.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Customer Service