VP, Cyber Security Operations

Michael Page; Woodbridge Township (NJ); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Job summary

MPI, a leading financial services technology organization, seeks a VP, Cyber Security Operations to oversee the development and implementation of security strategies, protecting critical assets at scale.

The role requires 7+ years in security operations with 2+ years in leadership, plus expertise in incident handling frameworks, Splunk SIEM, and security automation in hybrid environments. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered in a large corporate setting.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of security operations or incident response experience, including 2+ years in leadership.
• Experience with incident handling lifecycle based on ISO 27035, SANS, NIST SP 800-61, CERT, ENISA.
• Proven track record with SIEM technologies, including Splunk, with relevant certifications.
• Experience with security and automation in hybrid native environments.
• Financial services industry knowledge (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the cyber security operations team to protect the organization's systems, networks, and data.
• Develop and implement cybersecurity policies, procedures, and best practices aligned with industry standards.
• Monitor and respond to security incidents, ensuring timely resolution and thorough documentation.
• Collaborate with other departments to identify and mitigate risks across technology platforms.
• Oversee security audits, penetration testing, and vulnerability assessments to maintain system integrity.
• Manage vendor relationships and ensure compliance with security requirements.
• Stay updated on emerging threats and recommend proactive measures to enhance the cybersecurity posture.
• Provide regular reports to senior leadership on the status of cybersecurity initiatives and metrics.

Skills

Security operations

Incident response

Leadership

Splunk / SIEM

Policy development

Hybrid cloud environments

Tools

Splunk

Job description

The VP, Cyber Security Operations will oversee the development and implementation of security strategies and ensure the protection of organizational assets within the financial services industry. This leadership role is ideal for a technology professional with a strong background in cybersecurity and a passion for safeguarding digital infrastructure.

This role is with a well-established organization in the financial services industry. Operating at a large scale, the company is known for its focus on innovation and maintaining robust technology systems.

Description

• Lead and manage the cyber security operations team to ensure the organization's systems, networks, and data are protected.
• Develop and implement cybersecurity policies, procedures, and best practices aligned with industry standards.
• Monitor and respond to security incidents, ensuring timely resolution and thorough documentation.
• Collaborate with other departments to identify and mitigate risks across technology platforms.
• Oversee security audits, penetration testing, and vulnerability assessments to maintain system integrity.
• Manage vendor relationships and ensure compliance with security requirements.
• Stay updated on emerging threats and recommend proactive measures to enhance the cybersecurity posture.
• Provide regular reports to senior leadership on the status of cybersecurity initiatives and metrics.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Profile

• 7+ years' experience in security operations and/or incident response type roles including 2+ years in leadership or team lead role.
• Knowledge of incident handling life cycle based on an established framework: ISO 27035, SANS, NIST SP 800-61, CERT, ENISA
• Proven track record with SIEM technologies including Splunk with accompanying certifications preferred i.e. Splunk Certified Cybersecurity Defence Analyst.
• Experience with security and automation in hybrid native environments.

The VP, Cyber Security Operations will oversee the development and implementation of security strategies and ensure the protection of organizational assets within the financial services industry. This leadership role is ideal for a technology professional with a strong background in cybersecurity and a passion for safeguarding digital infrastructure.

This role is with a well-established organization in the financial services industry. Operating at a large scale, the company is known for its focus on innovation and maintaining robust technology systems.

Description

• Lead and manage the cyber security operations team to ensure the organization's systems, networks, and data are protected.
• Develop and implement cybersecurity policies, procedures, and best practices aligned with industry standards.
• Monitor and respond to security incidents, ensuring timely resolution and thorough documentation.
• Collaborate with other departments to identify and mitigate risks across technology platforms.
• Oversee security audits, penetration testing, and vulnerability assessments to maintain system integrity.
• Manage vendor relationships and ensure compliance with security requirements.
• Stay updated on emerging threats and recommend proactive measures to enhance the cybersecurity posture.
• Provide regular reports to senior leadership on the status of cybersecurity initiatives and metrics.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Profile

• 7+ years' experience in security operations and/or incident response type roles including 2+ years in leadership or team lead role.
• Knowledge of incident handling life cycle based on an established framework: ISO 27035, SANS, NIST SP 800-61, CERT, ENISA
• Proven track record with SIEM technologies including Splunk with accompanying certifications preferred i.e. Splunk Certified Cybersecurity Defence Analyst.
• Experience with security and automation in hybrid native environments.

Must Haves

• 7+ years' experience in security operations and/or incident response type roles including 2+ years in leadership or team lead role.
• Knowledge of incident handling life cycle based on an established framework: ISO 27035, SANS, NIST SP 800-61, CERT, ENISA
• Proven track record with SIEM technologies including Splunk with accompanying certifications preferred i.e. Splunk Certified Cybersecurity Defence Analyst.
• Experience with security and automation in hybrid native environments.

Nice to Haves

• Security certifications such as CISSP and at least one GIAC GCIH, GSEC, GCFA, GCIA, GREM, GCFR or equivalent is preferred.
• Financial Services background

Job Offer

• Competitive annual salary ranging from $150,000 to $200,000, depending on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and 401(k) match.
• Opportunity to work within a large organization in the financial services industry.
• Supportive work environment with a focus on professional growth and development.
• Chance to lead a critical function in cybersecurity operations and make a meaningful impact.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.