CardWorks · 2 days ago
VP Cyber Security Enterprise Architect
Horsham, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$202K/yr - $224K/yr
10+ years expCardWorks is a diversified consumer finance service provider, and they are seeking a VP-level Enterprise Cybersecurity Architect. This role leads the definition and evolution of enterprise-wide security strategy and frameworks, ensuring compliance with industry regulations while safeguarding customer data and internal IT assets.
Financial Services
Responsibilities
Own the enterprise security architecture framework, continuously evolving it to address new threats
Design comprehensive security architectures, strategies, policies, and standards to align with business objectives and regulatory requirements (e.g., NIST CSF, GLBA, SOC2, PCI, FFIEC)
Develop and maintain security architecture and supporting documentation
Identify and communicate emerging security threats to the CISO and other senior business leaders
Assess latest cybersecurity technologies, trends, and developments. Communicate this to the Office of the CISO for relevance and potential integration
Work with all technology teams to assist with secure designs, including but not limited to: Network design, Application, cloud, data transfer, pci, secure end user compute , access controls, vendor monitoring, etc
Partner with software development, engineering, and infrastructure teams to integrate security-by-design principles into all phases of solution delivery, including DevSecOps pipelines, cloud, and on-premise network architecture
Design security patterns and controls to promote enterprise efficiency and transparency. This includes the addition and maintenance of automation, where possible, to increase efficiency for compliance audits and daily processes for security assurance
Evaluate security architecture and security control baselines for all technology within the enterprise. Identify design gaps and recommend changes/enhancements
Provide expert guidance and consultation related to security matters across the organization, particularly for the senior members of the Cybersecurity Team and IT leadership
Coach and mentor less experienced personnel on cybersecurity principles and implementation, fostering a culture of security best practice
May require leading a small team of architects and/or engineers directly or through a dotted-line relationship
Prepare and deliver senior management-level presentations to communicate trends, threats, and current security posture
Partner with Cybersecurity Solutions Architects as they establish baselines for various security controls and infrastructure
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in computer science, information security, or related technical field, equivalent certifications, or equivalent work experience is required
10+ years of experience in enterprise architecture, cybersecurity architecture, or related leadership roles
Deep technical security engineering experience with several of the following: network security (firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPN), IAM, encryption, SIEM, IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, Secure SDLC, DevSecOps, API security, and endpoint protection
Extensive experience working in environments requiring security frameworks/regulations such as FFIEC, GLBA, PCI-DSS, SOX, SOC2
Proven experience in designing secure, scalable, and resilient cloud-native and hybrid architecture
Strong technical writing skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills are required, along with the ability to influence both technical and non-technical audiences
Preferred
Relevant certifications are highly desirable (e.g., CISSP, CISM, ISSAP, TOGAF, AWS/Azure Architect)
Scripting or automation skills using Python, PowerShell, Terraform, or Ansible is preferred, but not immediately required
Benefits
Competitive Pay, including a Bonus Target or Variable Pay Incentive Program
Benefits Package -Medical, Dental, and Vision (plus much more)
401(k) Plan with Company Match
Short- & Long-Term Disability
Wellness Programs
Group Life and AD&D Insurance
Paid Vacation, Sick Days and bank Holidays
Employee Engagement Activities including Employee Appreciation Day, DEI Employee Resource Groups, Corporate Social Responsibility, Service Recognition
Company
CardWorks
Cardworks is a service provider provides comprehensive service and support to bankcard issuers.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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unknownKey Investors
Parthenon Capital Partners
2022-02-15Private Equity
2017-08-01Private Equity
Leadership Team
Christian Wymbs
EVP & CFO
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