Major Duties :
1. Manages the Technology Risk unit or function. Establishes
performance standards for the unit. Conducts the performance
management process, identifies training and career development
needs.
2. Approves IS security architecture/designs, plans, controls, processes,
standards, policies and procedures to ensure alignment with IS
standards and overall IS security strategy.
3. Responsible for directing the development of techniques and
procedures for conducting IS security risk assessments and
compliance audits, the evaluation and testing of hardware, firmware
and software for possible impact on system security, and the
investigation and resolution of security incidents.
4. Advises management on security effectiveness and recommends
enhancements. Develops, implements, and communicates an
overall strategy to meet both the business unit's and the corporation's
strategic plan. Directs the activities of the area towards accomplishing
those objectives.
5. Determines staffing needs, makes hiring and firing decisions, handles
salary administration, and ensures resources are available to
accomplish priorities. Develops and manages diversity programs and
programs for the unit.
6. Participates in developing the business unit strategic plan and
sets goals and priorities based on the direction set for the unit.
Follows through to ensure that objectives are met.
7. Develops unit(s) budget and manages the expenses for the unit.
8. Develops risk management and compliance programs and activities
for the unit.
Knowledge :Requires excellent communication skills, analytical ability, strong judgment and management skills, and the ability to work effectively with client, IT management and staff, vendors and consultants.
Experience :Bachelor degree in Computer Science or a related discipline and at least six, typically eight or more years experience in security aspects of multiple platforms, operating systems, software, communications and network protocols or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Salary Range:
$137,400 - 240,400 USD
Salary range is a good faith estimate of base pay. Northern Trust provides a comprehensive benefits package including retirement benefits (401k and pension), health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, spending accounts and disability), paid time off, parental and caregiver leave, life & accident insurance, and other voluntary and well-being benefits. Northern Trust also provides a discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component.
