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VP of Information Security
Ref: 78581
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Highly Competitive Salary and Benefits
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16 Oct 2024
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Dublin (Central)
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Permanent
VP of IT Security
Brightwater Executive is delighted to been retained exclusively by SMT Fund Services (Ireland) for the search of their VP of IT Security.
About the Company
SMT Fund Services (Ireland) Limited is one of the companies that form SuMi TRUST Global Asset Services and is wholly owned by Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank, Limited, one of the largest financial services groups in Japan. SMT Fund Services (Ireland) Limited provides fund administration services to a wide variety of investment products covering all alternative and regulated products.
About the Position
Department
The Information Security Department has the ownership over all cyber related risk not limited to data, awareness, assets (tangible and in tangible), makes sure assessment and assurance of currently implemented security controls for evaluation of effectiveness already implemented security controls and is responsible for covering end-to-end enterprise security and present to all stakeholders based on recursive basis.
Role Overview
The IT Security, Vice President will be responsible for:
The efficient day-to-day management of the Information Security Team.
Effective and efficient management of all Information Security operations, IT Information Security tasks, risks and issues.
Lead the day-to-day management of the Information Security Engineer Support team which incorporates key delivery partners and vendors.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, analyse and design of security systems including network monitoring, intrusion detection and prevention, identity management, access control, mobile device management and data protection.
- Lead efficient day-to-day management Security Projects.
- Upgrades to security systems, review of security gaps, emerging threats, business risks.
- Serve as primary security contact for projects during their planning, analysis and design phases.
- Administration, deployment and monitoring of: Palo Alto firewalls across all sites, endpoint security including Palo Alto Traps, Symantec Antivirus, desktop encryption and data-loss prevention.
- Manage certificates and certificate infrastructure
- Further develop DDOS protection measures, using PaloAlto and Cloudflare.
- Execute periodical internal phishing, cyber exercises and training of staff
- SIEM alert response and liaison with 3rd party SIEM monitoring provider.
- Translate security policies in technical requirements and implement.
- Clearly document the company’s I.T. security infrastructure.
- Provide support for network and security technologies, review and proof-of-concept for new products and tools.
- Provide advice and guidance company-wide on information security best practice.
- Monitor and report on user compliance with information security policies, standards
- Lead and manage the Information Security Team to ensure effective delivery of both GRC and technical security controls
- Oversee and coordinate compliance activities, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and internal policies in a regulated financial services setting.
- Conduct and manage audits, including internal audit and annual SWIFT CSP, ensuring thorough documentation and follow-up on findings.
- Liaise with high-level business managers to align security initiatives with business objectives.
- Manage relationships with key delivery partners and vendors, ensuring service levels are met and maintained.
- Develop and implement security policies, procedures, and guidelines to enhance the organization’s security posture.
- Provide strategic direction and leadership in the development and implementation of security programs and initiatives.
- Monitor and respond to security incidents, ensuring timely resolution and reporting.
- Stay updated with the latest trends and advancements in cyber security and compliance, including requirements from the Central Bank of Ireland, AI, Cloud and so on.
Experience/Requirements
- 7+ years’ experience working in Cyber security
- Advanced security technology experience and understanding of Information Security architecture.
- Experience across: Endpoint security management; Palo Alto Firewall and Dark Trace maintenance and administration. Experience with IDS and IPS systems.
- SIEM monitoring, alert response and reporting.
- Strong understanding of network technologies and protocols including routing and switching, TCP/IP, VPN, WAN, LAN, VLAN, DMZ, DNS, TLS and SSL.
- Working knowledge of Cisco IOS.
- Project management skills and ability to manage information security project delivery.
- A good understanding of technologies outside of security e.g. servers, virtualisation, storage.
- CISSP or equivalent qualification.
- Experience of ISO 27001 or ITIL certification an advantage
- Knowledge of PowerShell and/or other scripting an advantage
- Extensive experience in information security management, with a strong focus on GRC and compliance in the financial services sector. Balance GRC skills with a demonstrable background in technical cyber security, with hands-on experience in security technologies and practices.
- Experience managing security risks on Public Cloud and virtualization platforms, with vendor certifications an advantage.
- Proven track record of managing audits, including internal audits and SWIFT CSP.
- Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and guide a diverse team.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of liaising effectively with high-level business managers.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
- Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISA, SANS GIAC, CCNA and Cloud Certifications.
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements and standards such as GDPR, DORA, and SWIFT.
Remuneration Package:
Very competitive remuneration package on offer with hybrid working policy of 1 day office, 4 days from home.
Contact
Brightwater Executive has been retained exclusively by SMT Fund Services (Ireland) for the search of their VP of IT Security.
For more information and a confidential discussion on this VP of IT Security role opening, please contact Estelle Davis, Chief Development Officer, at Brightwater Executive at the following email address on [email protected] or contact on DD + 353 1 5927 844 or click to apply.