Vice President, Cybersecurity

Corient

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 150,000 - 200,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health plans

Paid leave

Job summary

A leading wealth management firm in Chicago seeks an experienced Vice President of Cybersecurity to enhance security operations. The ideal candidate will lead a team to secure cloud and traditional IT environments, implementing threat detection and incident response strategies. Candidates should have extensive cybersecurity experience and strong leadership skills. This role includes competitive benefits with a focus on growth and innovation.

Qualifications

10+ years in cybersecurity roles, including 5+ years in leadership.
Certifications like CISSP, CISM, CCSP, GIAC are highly desirable.
Knowledge of Cyber Threat Intelligence lifecycle.

Responsibilities

Deliver thought leadership and industry expertise in Cybersecurity Operations.
Recruit, lead, and mentor a cybersecurity operations team.
Collaborate with Technology and Engineering teams on security products.
Ensure comprehensive incident management protocols are in place.
Stay abreast of industry trends and advancements in cybersecurity.
Use data analytics within SIEM platforms to identify threats.

Skills

Cloud security architectures

Threat detection

Incident response

Forensics (MITRE ATT&CK)

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

IDS/IPS/WAF

EDR

DLP

SIEM

SOAR

Job description

Join us to apply for the Vice President, Cybersecurity role at Corient.

Description

Join a team that values your ambition and empowers your growth

At Corient, we help high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, families, and high achievers of all types enjoy a full life, while enabling them to preserve their wealth for future generations and provide for the people, causes, and communities they care about. We focus on exceeding expectations, simplifying lives, and establishing legacies that last for generations. We are always looking for talented and motivated individuals to join our team. If you want to work for a company that values your contributions and supports your growth, we would like to meet you.

We are seeking an experienced Vice President of Cybersecurity Operations to enhance and expand Corient’s security operations program. This individual will be part of the Cybersecurity senior leadership team and will report to the CISO of Corient. The ideal candidate will be responsible for defining the vision, strategy, and execution of securing cloud (SaaS & PaaS) and traditional IT environments, ensuring the protection of data, infrastructure, and applications. You will build and oversee a high-performing team to monitor, detect, and respond to security threats, driving initiatives that align with industry best practices and business requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership: Deliver thought leadership and industry expertise for all capabilities within Cybersecurity Operations.

Team Management: Recruit, lead, and mentor a team of cybersecurity operations professionals in conjunction with a 24x7x365 Managed Detection Response (MDR) partner, focusing on threat detection, incident response, cyber threat intelligence, continuous monitoring, and more.

Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate and partner across Technology, Cybersecurity, Engineering teams, and external partners to monitor and maintain existing security products while assisting in delivering new or optimizing existing security controls.

Incident Response: Ensure comprehensive incident management protocols are in place to respond swiftly to cybersecurity incidents. Lead and coordinate incident response efforts, containing threats, and ensuring organization recovery.

Innovation and Improvement: Stay abreast of industry trends and advancements in cybersecurity technology as well as emerging threats. Adapt and refine daily operations, updating security processes, and implementing new defensive measures to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

Cyber Analytics: Use data analytics within SIEM platforms to identify potential threats, and incorporate SOAR automation into response processes.

Advanced Threat Detection: Implement mechanisms to quickly identify and mitigate sophisticated cyber-attacks.

Cybersecurity Operations: Experience with security tools such as IDS/IPS/WAF, EDR, DLP, SEG, VM Scanners, CSPM, SIEM, and SOAR.

Cyber Threat Intelligence: Knowledge of Cyber Threat Intelligence lifecycle, MITRE ATT&CK TTPs, and integrating threat intelligence into detection, hunting, and response.

Incident Response: Familiarity with DFIR processes and tools for effective threat investigation and containment.

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field (preferred).

10+ years in cybersecurity roles, including 5+ years in leadership.

Skills and Certifications

Knowledge of cloud security architectures and frameworks.

Strategic thinker with problem-solving skills.

Expertise in threat detection, incident response, and forensics (MITRE ATT&CK).

Certifications like CISSP, CISM, CCSP, GIAC are highly desirable.

Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.

Physical Requirements

Ability to work in an office environment, including prolonged sitting and working on a computer.

May need to lift up to 15 pounds.

Work onsite 4 days per week.

U.S. Eligibility Requirements

Must be 18+, willing to undergo background check, and have unrestricted work authorization.

Participation in E-Verify and signing of employment agreements required.

What You Can Expect from Us

Competitive benefits including 401(k), health plans, insurance, paid leave, and more.

Corient is a leading wealth management platform serving over 10,000 clients with assets exceeding $100 billion. We value a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment and are an equal opportunity employer.

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