Executive Director, Security

Trimont Real Estate Advisors•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

Founded in 1988, Trimont ( www.trimont.com ) is a specialized global commercial real estate loan services provider and partner for lenders and investors seeking the infrastructure and capabilities needed to help them scale their business and make informed, effective decisions related to the deployment, management and administration of commercial real estate secured credit. As the largest master servicer of commercial real estate loans in the United States, Trimont manages securitizations with meticulous oversight and coordination—protecting cash flows, mitigating risk, and ensuring portfolio performance. We do this with a team of 1100+ extraordinary team members who serve a global client base from offices in Atlanta (headquarters), Bengaluru, Charlotte, Dallas, Hyderabad, Kansas City, London, New York and Sydney. We empower our people with advanced technology, industry-leading knowledge, and a culture centered on our core values. This approach enables our teams to deliver exceptional client service, build lasting relationships and take pride in the high-quality work they perform. Trimont is an innovative firm where visionary professionals come to learn, grow, and thrive with colleagues driven by curiosity and collaboration. Learn: We believe ongoing learning is critical and are focused on providing a work environment where all team members can take ownership of their careers. Grow: We work alongside the largest institutional lenders in the world, overseeing the most significant projects in the industry. This unique opportunity allows us to broaden our skillset and develop our abilities by tackling some of the industry's most challenging and exciting endeavors. Thrive: Our firm is a place where ethics and excellence meet to create an experience that matches our capabilities. There are no limits to what we as team members and as an organization, can achieve together. Where people, purpose, and progress come together every day. Reporting directly to the Chief Security Officer, the Executive Director, Security, is responsible for operationalizing Trimont's security strategy and ensuring the effective implementation of security programs, technologies, and controls. This role provides leadership and oversight for day-to-day security operations, risk management, incident response, and compliance activities, supporting the CSO's strategic vision and policy direction. The Executive Director will directly manage the information security team and collaborate across departments to maintain robust security practices, drive organizational awareness, and ensure alignment with Trimont's overarching information security policies and objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in computer science, information security, or a related field
11+ years of progressive experience in information security or a closely related discipline, including team leadership and cross-functional collaboration
Professional security management certification such as CISM, CISSP or CISA required
Relevant experience within the financial services industry or the government and defense sector
Strong knowledge of security models, frameworks, and regulatory requirements (ISO, NIST, GLBA, AUB, EU Data Protection Regulations, GDPR, CCPA)
Hands-on experience with security operations, incident response, vulnerability management, and audit processes
Understanding of AI/LLM technologies and their security implications
Experience with Microsoft Purview and data governance solutions
Familiarity with, or a keen interest in learning, blockchain security controls.
Proficiency with industry-standard hardware, software, operating systems, and cloud environments
Demonstrated expertise in network penetration testing, SIEM, IAM, DLP, MFA, SSO, and related technologies
Ability to adapt and leverage experience in a dynamic, high-growth environment
Strong business acumen and agility within large, matrixed organizations
Excellent communication, organizational, and decision-making skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and interact effectively at all levels
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on operational excellence and execution
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated capacity to achieve results in a dynamic setting.
Organizational and administrative skills that reflect attention to detail and the ability to prioritize amidst competing demands.
Skilled in managing sensitive information while upholding privacy.
Handling workload and special projects efficiently.
Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.

Responsibilities

Execute Trimont's information security strategy and programs in alignment with the CSO's direction and the organization's risk management framework
Lead the operational implementation of security technologies and services, including physical and logical access controls, user profile management, and data protection measures
Oversee daily security operations, including incident detection, investigation, response, and remediation, in partnership with the Security Operations Center as a Service (SOCaaS)
Manage the administration and execution of information security policies, standards, and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory and contractual requirements
Coordinate and support internal and external security audits (TISP, SOC 1/SOC 2, CSP), third-party vendor assessments, and client security questionnaires, providing timely and accurate responses
Direct vulnerability management activities, including scans, penetration testing, and remediation, and report findings to the CSO for strategic review
Oversee and enhance the Security Awareness Training (SAT) program, promoting a culture of security and compliance across the organization
Administer the Data Loss Prevention (DLP) program, including administration of Microsoft Purview and collaboration with cross-functional teams for effective implementation
Ensure the development, testing, and maintenance of Incident Response Scenario (IRS) Playbooks and lead incident management processes
Manage quarterly Firewall Reviews, Unauthorized Device scans, and periodic compliance reviews to verify adherence to security policies and procedures
Advise technical teams on Identity Access Management (IAM), Single Sign-On (SSO), Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), and application security best practices
Provide operational guidance and support for corporate technology and physical security projects, ensuring alignment with security strategic objectives
Maintain regular review of audit trails, system logs, and monitoring data sources in accordance with policy and audit requirements
Stay informed on emerging security threats, trends, and technologies, and recommend operational improvements to the CSO
Support the CSO in the development and refinement of information security policies, standards, and processes, considering organizational risk and compliance requirements
Foster strong relationships with Legal, Compliance, Technology, and other business units to ensure effective implementation of security measures and risk assessments
Prepare and deliver operational security reports, metrics, and incident summaries to the CSO and Security Steering Committee as required