Job Description

Job Responsibility:
The VP, Information Security Officer provides cyber risk management advisory services to lines of business and legal entities within State Street and sits within the first line of defense and reports into the Global Cybersecurity Organization. The Information Security Officer will align closely with technology teams and be accountable for ensuring teams are implementing cyber controls that conform to technical standards, while ensuring teams have adequate details documented to successfully make it through the security architecture tollgates and application security reviews.
The Information Security Officer will be a strategic change agent that in addition to providing cyber advisory services to the technology teams, will also be a thought leader to protect the bank. Focusing on transformation, the Information Security Officer will assess ways to further strengthen the banks cyber security resiliency controls as they align to the banks critical business services, execution of the cyber controls' assurance program, as well as enforcing remediation standards and timelines.
Other Key Responsibilities Include:

• Cyber risk assessment at the application/platform/system levels to identify vulnerabilities and potential threats.
• Designing appropriate cyber controls to remediate risk.
• Overseeing and actively managing risks in line with risk appetite through continuous business unit engagement.
• Strong technical collaboration with application and platform owners.
• Provide expert guidance and recommendations to management on security matters, including risk mitigation strategies and the implementation of security best practices.
• Strong technical expertise in at least two focus areas specifically in Multi-Cloud, AI, Blockchain, Software Supply Chain, and Automation.
• Depth of technical knowledge in network security, product security, data protection, and offensive security measures.
• Good understanding of agile methodology, procedures, and iterative decision making.

Qualifications:

• At least 7 years of progressive cybersecurity experience with 3+ years within financial services.
• 4+ years of operationally focused cybersecurity practitioner
• 2+ years' experience working with business leadership across enterprise projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent communication (written and verbal) and advisory skills, attention to detail, ability to work independently and in teams, adaptability, and ethical judgment.
• Demonstrate strategic and tactical thinking, along with decision-making skills and business acumen.
• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Information Assurance, or related technical field.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), GIAC is highly valued.
• AWS or Azure Cloud Security certification preferable but not required.

Why this role is important to us
Our technology function, Global Technology Services (GTS), is vital to State Street and is the key enabler for our business to deliver data and insights to our clients. We're driving the company's digital transformation and expanding business capabilities using industry best practices and advanced technologies such as cloud, artificial intelligence and robotics process automation.
We offer a collaborative environment where technology skills and innovation are valued in a global organization. We're looking for top technical talent to join our team and deliver creative technology solutions that help us become an end-to-end, next-generation financial services company.
Join us if you want to grow your technical skills, solve real problems and make your mark on our industry.
About State Street
What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation, we're making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we've been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.
Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary by location, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans, among other perks. You'll have access to flexible Work Programs to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.
Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees' diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift programs and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you.
State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
Discover more at StateStreet.com/careers

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