Overview
VP Information Security Jobs in Los Angeles Metropolitan Area at Lendistry
Title: VP Information Security
Company: Lendistry
Location: Los Angeles Metropolitan Area
General Responsibilities
Develop / maintain / implement a comprehensive company-wide cybersecurity strategy that aligns with the company’s business objectives and industry best practices
Drive the product and enterprise security to protect services and presence, customer data, and corporate data
Have a hands-on and delegate when needed approach to app security and enterprise security.
Oversee security governance, risk management, and compliance programs to ensure adherence to relevant regulations and standards
Ensure compliance for SOC 2 / 3 , State / Federal RAMP authorizations, along with other compliance standards as required
Develop, implement, and maintain company-wide information security policies and procedures taking into account security operations, applications security, and information security
Ensure the highest level of data security and privacy for customer and corporate data, including encryption, access controls, and data classification
Develop and maintain a robust security architecture that encompasses network security, application security, cloud security, and endpoint protection
Manage relationships with vendors, external partners, and stakeholders to ensure the security of third-party solutions and services. Communicate effectively with other executives and board members about information security-related matters
Recruit, manage, and mentor a high-performing information security team. Promote a culture of continuous learning and adaptation to emerging security threats and technologies.
PROFICIENCIES
Define and effectively deliver the cybersecurity roadmap aligned with organizational goals and industry best practices.
Provide leadership and guidance to the cybersecurity team, ensuring a proactive and risk-based approach to cybersecurity
Conduct regular risk assessments to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities.
Implement and maintain effective risk mitigation strategies to protect sensitive information.
Design, implement, and maintain a robust cybersecurity architecture that aligns with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Oversee the deployment and management of security and compliance technologies, ensuring optimal performance and effectiveness.
Develop and maintain an incident response plan to address cybersecurity incidents promptly and effectively.
Lead and coordinate response efforts during cybersecurity incidents, working closely with relevant stakeholders.
Implement a comprehensive security awareness and training program for employees, ensuring a strong cybersecurity culture across the organization.
Evaluate third-party vendors and their cybersecurity practices to mitigate potential risks to the organization while offering clear and collaborative workflow steps and requirements to complete the approval of third-party vendors.
Education And Experience
15 years of experience with 4 years of experience in a lead role with increasing levels of responsibilities
Experience scaling a security program in a fast-paced environment.
Ideal experience would be experience working at a start-up or a technology company that has gone through a period of fast growth.
Experience in developing security functions and maturity in a fast-paced global organization, mitigating critical security risks and implementation of security technologies
Strong knowledge in the area of operational risk management in the financial industry
Experience leading security for a global enterprise company.
SALARY
$165,500 – $197,300/Annually, depending upon experience and location
