Job Description

Overview:

Information security
is an integral part of Visa’s corporate culture. It is essential to maintaining
our position as an industry leader in electronic payments, which is why Visa
has made it a priority to create top-tier security operations and incident
response teams to defend the company against evolving cyber threats. If you
would like to join a company where security is truly valued, where you can work
with like-minded peers who are passionate about the art & science of cyber
defense, and where you can use state of the art tools for maximum impact, then
we have a home for you.

Visa is seeking a seasoned leader to head its Cyber Defense program. This senior position is responsible for directing the teams that investigate and respond to threats to Visa, our
partners and the payment ecosystem. The organization is comprised of several teams located across multiple geographic locations that are responsible for the comprehensive cyber defense of Visa and its
subsidiaries. This includes advanced threat defense, security monitoring, forensic investigations, threat intelligence and cyber hunting. A successful candidate must demonstrate a strong competency in helping to create and sustain an enterprise wide program that fosters accountability, quality, commitment, growth and innovation. In addition to leading multiple cross functional activities and work streams, the candidate must be experienced in successfully driving cross departmental initiatives. Visa is looking for an innovative, hands on leader, with a track history of high performance that will drive
change to their team and to Visa’s business.

This position will be based in Ashburn, Virginia.

Responsibilities:

Be hands on and continuously improve cyber efforts to protect and defend the Visa connected enterprise from computer network exploitation, malware, and attacks.
Lead, recruit, manage, mentor a team of about 50+ over distributed geographic locations; maintain a pipeline of talent and build a strong bench strength
Effectively lead 24x7 security monitoring, detection, and incident response services across several global operational centers.
Produce timely and actionable threat intelligence products to inform the defense of Visa and its ecosystem.
Direct programs to protect against insider threats and provide forensic, technical investigative services to partners in Legal, HR, the Business Conduct Office and Audit.
Leverage big data and advanced security analytics to develop new models to proactively visualize and alert on threats within the security ecosystem.
Take full accountability for the Cyber Defense program future strategy and annual program objectives.
Anticipate future cyber threat trends. Sponsor, prioritize, and drive delivery of novel advanced threat detection solutions to address emerging threats.
Serve as a cyber subject matter expert and resource to executive management. Provide analysis and solutions to cyber security issues on a consultative basis.
Provide regular and on demand reports and presentations to executive and Board-level audiences, as well as to regulators and external audiences.
Execute program with constant focus on consistency while ensuring innovation to keep at pace with an ever-changing environment.
Provide excellence in leadership to a globally dispersed team.
Develop and lead strategic roadmaps to optimize adoption and application of appropriate processes & technologies.
Work with Visa executive management within Engineering, Architecture, Risk and other functions to develop strategic plans.
Establish performance targets and metrics to evaluate and drive success of the program
Manage financial forecasts and long and short-term financial operating plans to maximize growth while meeting quarterly and annual financial targets. Ensure that resources are dedicated to the most critical business initiatives.
Drive implementation of necessary metrics that helpmeasures the efficiency and effectiveness of the cyber defense program.

This job was posted on Thu Mar 16 2017 and expired on Sat Mar 18 2017.

Minimum $70K /yr

$180K /yr Average

Maximum $265K /yr

Tasks

Direct or coordinate an organization's financial or budget activities to fund operations, maximize investments, or increase efficiency.

Appoint department heads or managers and assign or delegate responsibilities to them.

Analyze operations to evaluate performance of a company or its staff in meeting objectives or to determine areas of potential cost reduction, program improvement, or policy change.

Direct, plan, or implement policies, objectives, or activities of organizations or businesses to ensure continuing operations, to maximize returns on investments, or to increase productivity.

Prepare budgets for approval, including those for funding or implementation of programs.

Confer with board members, organization officials, or staff members to discuss issues, coordinate activities, or resolve problems.

Implement corrective action plans to solve organizational or departmental problems.

Direct human resources activities, including the approval of human resource plans or activities, the selection of directors or other high-level staff, or establishment or organization of major departments.

Establish departmental responsibilities and coordinate functions among departments and sites.

Preside over or serve on boards of directors, management committees, or other governing boards.

Negotiate or approve contracts or agreements with suppliers, distributors, federal or state agencies, or other organizational entities.

Coordinate the development or implementation of budgetary control systems, recordkeeping systems, or other administrative control processes.

Review reports submitted by staff members to recommend approval or to suggest changes.

Deliver speeches, write articles, or present information at meetings or conventions to promote services, exchange ideas, or accomplish objectives.

Interpret and explain policies, rules, regulations, or laws to organizations, government or corporate officials, or individuals.

Prepare or present reports concerning activities, expenses, budgets, government statutes or rulings, or other items affecting businesses or program services.

Review and analyze legislation, laws, or public policy and recommend changes to promote or support interests of the general population or special groups.

Administer programs for selection of sites, construction of buildings, or provision of equipment or supplies.

Direct or conduct studies or research on issues affecting areas of responsibility.

Direct or coordinate activities of businesses or departments concerned with production, pricing, sales, or distribution of products.

Make presentations to legislative or other government committees regarding policies, programs, or budgets.

Refer major policy matters to elected representatives for final decisions.

Direct or coordinate activities of businesses involved with buying or selling investment products or financial services.

Conduct or direct investigations or hearings to resolve complaints or violations of laws or testify at such hearings.

Direct non-merchandising departments, such as advertising, purchasing, credit, or accounting.

Prepare bylaws approved by elected officials and ensure that bylaws are enforced.

Serve as liaisons between organizations, shareholders, and outside organizations.

Attend and participate in meetings of municipal councils or council committees.

Represent organizations or promote their objectives at official functions or delegate representatives to do so.

Organize or approve promotional campaigns.

Nominate citizens to boards or commissions.

Skills

Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Mathematics - Using mathematics to solve problems.

Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

Learning Strategies - Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.

Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

Social Perceptiveness - Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

Coordination - Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.

Persuasion - Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.

Negotiation - Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.

Instructing - Teaching others how to do something.

Service Orientation - Actively looking for ways to help people.

Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Operations Analysis - Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.

Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

Systems Analysis - Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.

Systems Evaluation - Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.

Time Management - Managing one's own time and the time of others.

Management of Financial Resources - Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for these expenditures.

Management of Material Resources - Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materials needed to do certain work.

Management of Personnel Resources - Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.

Knowledge

Administration and Management - Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.

Economics and Accounting - Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data.

Sales and Marketing - Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems.

Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

Personnel and Human Resources - Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems.

Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

Psychology - Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.

Education and Training - Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.

English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Public Safety and Security - Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.

Law and Government - Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.