Director, Security Services Management

CIBC•Chicago, IL

19d•$190,000 - $250,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We’re building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world. We need talented, passionate professionals who are dedicated to doing what’s right for our clients. At CIBC, we embrace your strengths and your ambitions, so you are empowered at work. Our team members have what they need to make a meaningful impact and are truly valued for who they are and what they contribute. To learn more about CIBC, please visit CIBC.com JOB PURPOSE Oversight and Management of strategic Information Security objectives for security services. The role is a seasoned professional responsible for directing and coordinating the enterprise‐wide implementation and maintenance of policies and standards that guide and support Information Security across the organization. The role exercises a high degree of independent judgement, playing a critical role in managing Information Security risks in line with CIBC’s risk appetite. The Director of Security Services Management provides leadership to a team in establishing operational objectives and work plans, monitoring external information security risk trends, analyzing their impact on current Information Security plans, and ensuring appropriate enhancements are made.

Requirements

Minimum 10+ years of experience in information security with 4+ years of that experience at a financial institution of similar scope and scale
Demonstrated experience in managing a large portfolio of complex global projects including technology implementations and cybersecurity initiatives
Demonstrated experience as technical leader in project management and stakeholder management
Leadership and advisory roles for major functions and/or initiatives with the responsibility, authority and discretion for decision-making
Technical background, sufficient depth and breadth to be able to recognize and successfully exploit opportunities for effective development or usage of IT, and lead/guide fully experienced technical specialists
Highly developed analytical and conceptual skills
Strong critical thinking skills and solution focused
Takes initiative to go above and beyond to deliver results

Nice To Haves

Preferred Formal Education: Bachelor's Degree
Certified professional with current Industry recognized certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA

Responsibilities

Direct Security Services Management team to ensure security tools, capabilities, and controls meet organizational necessities for Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability for the following information security domains: Data Security Identity and Access Management Application Security Cloud and Infrastructure (Network and Endpoint) Security Cyber operations and Incident Management
Oversight and Governance - Oversee a collection of projects, programs and other activities that are grouped together to meet strategic Information Security objectives. Define, implement and continuously improve robust methodology for governance.
Program Execution – Transition strategic milestones and initiatives into programs and projects for delivery teams to execute. Develop and manage portfolio-level metrics and reporting, documentation, and artifacts. Coordinate and report on project portfolio health, trend analysis for plan and budget including annual planning and quarterly/monthly forecasts.
Lead the execution of assigned strategic initiatives assessing and adapting as needed to ensure quality of execution and total ownership.
Relationship Building - Establish and leverage peer relationships within the US Region and parent bank organizations. Act as a liaison among cybersecurity stakeholders, business unit functional areas, and project delivery teams to ensure effective coordination among participating groups.

Benefits

At CIBC, we offer a competitive total rewards package.
This role has an expected salary range of $190,000.00 - $250,000.00 for the Chicago market based on experience, qualifications, and location of the position.
The successful candidate may be eligible to participate in the relevant business unit’s incentive compensation plan, which may also include a discretionary bonus component.
CIBC offers a full range of benefits and programs to meet our employee’s needs; including Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability, and Other Insurance Plans, Paid Time Off (including Sick Leave, Parental Leave and Vacation), Holidays and 401(k), in addition to other special perks reserved for our team members.
At CIBC, your goals are a priority.
We start with your strengths and ambitions as an employee and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential.
We aspire to give you a career, rather than just a paycheck.
We work to recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including a competitive salary, incentive pay, banking benefits, a benefits program, a vacation offering, wellbeing support, and MomentMakers, our social, points-based recognition program.
Our spaces and technological toolkit will make it simple to bring together great minds to create innovative solutions that make a difference for our clients.
We cultivate a culture where you can express your ambition through initiatives like Purpose Day; a paid day off dedicated for you to use to invest in your growth and development.