VP, Information Security

Candescent is the largest non-core digital banking provider. We bring together the transformative technologies that power and connect account opening, digital banking and branch solutions for banks and credit unions of all sizes on any core. Our Candescent solutions power the top three U.S. mobile banking apps and are trusted by banks and credit unions of all sizes.

We offer an extensive portfolio of industry-leading products and services with an extensible ecosystem of out-of-the-box and integrated partner solutions. In addition, our API-first architecture and developer tools enable financial institutions to optimize and expand upon their existing capabilities by seamlessly integrating custom-built or third-party solutions. And our connected in-person, remote and digital experiences reinvent customer service across all channels.

Self-service configuration and marketing tools give financial institutions greater control of their branding, targeted messaging and overall user experience. And data-driven analytics and reporting tools provide valuable insights to help drive continued growth and profitability. From conversions and implementations to custom development and customer care, our clients get expert, end-to-end support at every step.

Basic Purpose

NCR Voyix – Digital Banking is looking for a Head of Information Security. The CISO supervises assigned personnel, including making and monitoring work assignments, evaluating performance, providing training, corrective instruction and assistance, and conducting security meetings as needed. As an ideal candidate, you have proven experience developing and implementing strategic security programs and managing the security of personnel and both physical and digital assets. As a leader and trusted advisor, the CISO will work to advance the organization’s mission, vision and core values.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and seven (or more) years of relevant experience in administrative and financial management of information security organizations, or combination of education and relevant experience.
• Emphasis in information security, computer science, management information systems, or related field of study preferred
• Demonstrated leadership, supervisory, planning, and change management skills
• Exceptional knowledge of state and federal information security laws
• Proficiency in developing physical and digital security protocols and procedures
• Strong knowledge of information management systems and cybersecurity
• Ability to research and stay up to date with security trends and changing government and state laws
• Strong understanding of audit standards and ITSM best practices
• Leads with an innovative and continuous improvement mindset; able to call on business sense and creativity to develop new ideas and solutions
• Is effective and comfortable as a change agent; has a strong understanding of what is necessary to implement change across an organization (people, process, technology); articulates frameworks for implementing change and how to use them
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Solid interpersonal skills
• Must be able to pass a background and credit checks
• Financial services experience preferred
  
  

Essential Functions

• Developing and evolving the overall vision, charter, and roadmap for the Information Security organization including best practices, standards, principles and functions
• Leading the implementation of security strategies at NCR Voyix – Digital Banking.
• Guiding the Information Security team in incident management, alerting, and response with integrated reporting.
• Working with service and business owners in identifying new requirement, and in replacing and decommissioning ongoing services, as necessary
• Designing and deploying and running a Security Operations Center department
• Ownership of information security processes across the organization, governing and enforcing all processes to ensure integrity in the organization. Providing guidance and overseeing management of key information security processes
• Working closely with service leads, IT managers, and business owners to integrate information security management practices into the delivery of services with the objective of delivering reliable, repeatable services, at proper service levels.
• Identifying metrics and implementing reporting that will help the Information Security team measure threat posture, vulnerability posture, and overall information security risk posture and to develop mitigating tactics and programs to improve the metrics
• Providing vision and oversight for information security practices, including developing roadmaps, defining requirements, mapping business process workflows, leading systems integration and ongoing management, as well as modifications and enhancements
  
  

Non-Essential Functions

• Perform related projects and duties as assigned
  
  

Working Conditions

• Office environment.
• Must be able to speak audibly and intelligibly on the telephone and in person
• Must be able to manipulate (manual dexterity) a telephone headset, calculator, and computer keyboard, paperwork, etc.
• Must be able to see to read related documentation
• Must be able to establish and maintain productive, positive and cooperative relationships with ISOs, co-workers, and vendors
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time
• Must be able to work holidays and weekends as necessary based on business needs
  
  

Offers of employment are conditional upon passage of screening criteria applicable to the job.

EEO Statement

Integrated into our shared values is Candescent’s commitment to diversity and equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, military service, genetic information, or any other characteristic or conduct protected by law. Candescent is committed to being a globally inclusive company where all people are treated fairly, recognized for their individuality, promoted based on performance, and encouraged to strive to reach their full potential. We believe in understanding and respecting differences among all people. Every individual at Candescent has an ongoing responsibility to respect and support a globally diverse environment.

Statement to Third Party Agencies

To ALL recruitment agencies: Candescent only accepts resumes from agencies on the preferred supplier list. Please do not forward resumes to our applicant tracking system, Candescent employees, or any Candescent facility. Candescent is not responsible for any fees or charges associated with unsolicited resumes.