Cybersecurity Incident Response Team Lead â Vice President

Credit Agricole•New York, NY

55d•$150,000 - $185,000

About The Position

The Cybersecurity Incident Response Team Lead is a leadership role responsible for leading and enhancing the bankâs Security Operations strategy. The Cybersecurity Incident Response Lead will oversee the incident response and threat intelligence programs to safeguard critical assets and data. The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise, operational efficiency, and a strategic mindset to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. This role requires exceptional leadership, technical skills, and communication skills to drive cross-functional collaboration and instill a culture of security across the organization.

Requirements

Incident Management: Ability to analyze, prioritize, and manage security incidents effectively.
Strategic Thinking: Ability to align cyber risk initiatives with business objectives
Communication and Documentation: Strong ensure thorough documentation and clear communications over security operations activities.
Leadership and Team Management: Proven track record of building and leading high performing teams
Regulatory Compliance: Expertise in navigating banking regulations

Nice To Haves

Industry Thought Leadership: Recognized as a subject matter expert in the cybersecurity or risk management space

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a comprehensive security operations strategy aligned with the bank's risk appetite and business objectives.
Provide thought leadership on emerging cyber risks and recommend proactive measures to mitigate them.
Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, management committees, and the board on cyber risk issues.
Define, maintain, and report operational metrics to evaluate Security Operations program performance, effectiveness, and adherence with organizational and regulatory requirements.
Direct and manage Americas Cyber Security Incident Response Team (CSIRT) to ensure timely monitoring, detection, and response to threats.
Lead the development and execution of the bankâs incident response plan and associated playbooks
Coordinate responses to security incidents, ensuring minimal impact and quick recovery.
Establish and maintain a threat intelligence program to proactively identify and respond to emerging threats.
Evaluate, implement, and optimize security processes and technologies to enhance detection and response capabilities.
Collaborate with IT and engineering teams to integrate security into systems and processes.
Stay updated on emerging technologies and recommend solutions to address evolving threats.
Ensure adherence to cyber risk management regulations, including FFIEC and other applicable laws.
Represent the bank during regulatory examinations, audits, and executive presentations on cyber risk topics.
Maintain thorough documentation to demonstrate adherence to policies and standards.
Build and mentor a high-performing security operations team.
Provide training and development opportunities to ensure team members stay current in the field.
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement