Director of Information Security

<div class="content-intro"><h2 class="iCIMS_InfoMsg iCIMS_InfoField_Job"> </h2> <div class="iCIMS_InfoMsg iCIMS_InfoMsg_Job"> <div class="iCIMS_Expandable_Container"> <div class="iCIMS_Expandable_Text"> <p style="margin: 0px;"> </p> </div> </div> </div></div><p style="margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><strong>Position Overview: </strong></span></p> <p>The Director of Information Security is responsible for the design, development and implementation of enterprise cybersecurity solutions and will report to the Vice President of Information Security. This position is the highest-level technical expert and is responsible for managing the cybersecurity architecture and engineering functions. The Director of Information Security is also responsible for monitoring and verifying that the enterprise is appropriately protected from internal and external threats, while enabling the organization to work effectively and productively.</p> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><strong>Essential Responsibilities: </strong></span></p> <ul> <li>Responsible for the planning, design and implementation of security measures created to safeguard access to resources, enterprise networks, computer systems, and data elements. Setting the strategy for the enterprise cybersecurity solutions.</li> <li>Configure, deploy, fine tune, and monitor SIEM, WAF, Firewall, Zero-Trust, IAM, MFA, EPP, SOAR, Vulnerability Management, Threat Intelligence, DLP, CASB, Secure Web & Email Gateway.</li> <li>Stay abreast of industry best practices in risk management techniques and integrate new methods and tools as appropriate.</li> <li>Monitor vendor and third-party security reports/lists and proactively patch vulnerabilities.</li> <li>Work with business line executives to provide visibility into the security risks with a standard risk management approach to track, mitigate and report on the risks.</li> <li>Engage with internal and external partners to help design, test, and implement state-of-the-art secure operating systems, applications, networks, and database products/solutions.</li> <li>Lead and participate in security operations support and incident management.</li> <li>Oversee individual contributors such as security engineers to provide them with clear vision and goals so that cybersecurity is seen as an integral component of enterprise architecture and portfolio management.</li> <li>Serve as the cybersecurity subject matter expert by providing guidance and consulting services to IT teams and business units.</li> <li>Maintains proper documentation for all security products and processes.</li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><strong>Qualifications:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.</li> <li>10 years of progressive technology experience</li> <li>Minimum of 5 years of experience in a cybersecurity engineering or architecture leadership role.</li> <li>The ability to motivate and lead a team of cybersecurity staff supporting the organization’s goal and leads the process of developing a security vision for the future.</li> <li>Articulate with strong business acumen and executive presence.</li> <li>Foster and build a collaborative working relationship with various stakeholders.</li> <li>Expert in information security management, and business risk management.</li> <li>Ability to develop and maintain relationships with senior leaders at Verra Mobility and with customers, up to and including C-level executives.</li> <li>Must be adept at developing senior management presentations, enterprise communications, and whitepapers that are logical and concise with only general guidance from the VP, Cybersecurity and others to support senior executive reviews and initiatives.</li> <li>Must be proficient in leading cross-functional teams of senior employees to achieve objectives.</li> <li>Extensive experience in strategic planning, budgeting, and allocation.</li> <li>Direct experience leading and managing employees.</li> <li>Experience implementing cybersecurity solutions supporting defense-in-depth architecture.</li> <li>Experience developing cybersecurity best practices and standard operating procedures.</li> <li>Coachable and willing to learn with positive demeanor.</li> <li>Ability to take initiative and drive results.</li> <li>Minimum (DoD Directive 8140) certification of CISSP or CompTIA Security+.</li> <li>Proficiency in scripting languages that enable automation (i.e. Python, PowerShell, Bash).</li> <li>Strong organizational and time management abilities with formal project management experience.</li> <li>Work well under pressure and respond to tight deadlines while exercising sound judgment.</li> <li>Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.</li> <li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office (i.e., excel xlookup, Power BI report building).</li> <li>Experience working in a regulated industry and confirming cybersecurity practices to SOX, PCI, NIST, ISO, SOC 2, and many others.</li> <li><strong>Must be locally located and comfortable working a 3 days in office hybrid model and 2 days remote</strong>.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Desired Skills:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Other security certifications, such as GSEC, OSCP, CISM, etc.</li> <li>Demonstrated ability to multi-task, respond to needs quickly and efficiently and prioritize work with a strong attention to detail.</li> <li>Must be a self-starter and possess the qualities to work efficiently, effectively, and autonomously with general supervision.</li> </ul> <p><strong>This position is not eligible for sponsorship now or in the future and is <span style="text-decoration: underline;">only</span> considering local Arizona talent.</strong></p><div class="content-conclusion"><div class="iCIMS_InfoMsg iCIMS_InfoMsg_Job"> <div class="iCIMS_Expandable_Container"> <div class="iCIMS_Expandable_Text"> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><strong>Verra Mobility Values<br></strong></span><br><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">An ideal candidate for this role naturally works in alignment with the Verra Mobility Core Values:</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><strong>Own It.</strong><em> </em>We focus on high performance and drive toward breakthrough outcomes. Our employees ensure accountability, optimize and align work, focus on the customer, and cultivate innovation.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><strong>Do What’s Right.</strong><em> </em>We champion integrity and good character. Our team members model ethical behavior, demonstrate good judgment and are courageous.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><strong>Choose Courage Over Comfort.</strong> We lean into the conversations, decisions and actions that move the business forward, even when they feel uncomfortable. We challenge assumptions, address issues early and prioritize progress over ease.</li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><strong>Win Together.</strong> We believe in growing and inspiring people together. We seek people who collaborate, value differences, think and act globally, foster an engaging work environment, and recognize and develop others.</li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><strong> </strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><em>With your explicit consent which you provided as part of the application process, we will retain candidate personal data solely for the business purpose for which it was collected. In no event will we retain such data more than two (2) years following the closure of the recruitment process relating to the role for which you applied or in the event other related job opportunities arise within the company. <a href="https://www.verramobility.com/candidate-privacy-notice/" target="_blank">Verra Mobility Applicant Privacy Notice</a></em></span></p> <p>Verra Mobility is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. </p> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">.<em> </em></span></p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="iCIMS_JobOptions"> <div id="jobOptionsMobile" class="iCIMS_JobOptionsMobile iCIMS_JobOptionsMobile_Options3"></div> </div></div>

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