Chief Information Security Officer

Amalgamated Bank seeks a dedicated Chief Information Security Officer to be r esponsible for designing and implementing the Bank’s Information Security program while protecting the business from cyber security threats. This is a hybrid role reporting to our NYC headquarters.

By joining our team, you’ll be joining a Bank that believes that maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected is essential for us to grow as a company. We are dedicated to building a more equitable world in our everyday practices by embracing the values of our employees and customers.

Essential Job Functions :

Develop and maintain an Enterprise Information Security Program

Design a critical response process for Cyber Security incidents

Identify, report and control Cyber Security incidents

Manage and train Information Security staff and develop and deliver Information Security training to the Bank’s employees

Continuously monitor threats to the Bank’s operating environment

Approve and administer identity access policies

Maintain a current understanding of the IT and Cyber Security threat landscape for the industry

Ensure Bank compliance with relevant Information Security laws and applicable regulations

Lead, and assess the results of periodic security tests, including internal and external penetration testing and phishing

Schedule table-top exercises for Crisis Team and senior management and report findings to management, including implementation of recommendations

Review and approve Information Security policies, procedures and controls

Ensure that they are kept current and are communicated to staff / consultants

Ensure staff / vendor compliance with the Bank’s security policies and procedures

Manage a team of employees, contractors and vendors involved in Information Security

Brief the Executive Team on status and risks, overall strategy and necessary budget

Communicate best practices and risks to the Bank

Perform a risk assessment of the Bank’s vulnerabilities in the Cybersecurity landscape and develop the Bank’s risk appetite for Information Security

Develop Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) and dashboard metrics reporting to both the Management Team and the Board of Directors

Establish strong working relationships with the Heads of IT and business lines

Develop and present quarterly reports to the Board of Directors.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience Requirements :

Master’s degree or equivalent experience

Minimum of ten (10) years of experience, at least five (5) years focused on managing information security in a complex, matrixed environment

Extensive experience in regulated industries, especially financial services; banking experience is preferred

Proven ability to create and maintain enterprise-level information security programs

Motivated individual with strong analytical, problem solving and root cause analysis skills

Ability to work on multiple, time-critical projects simultaneously

Knowledge of Data Privacy Laws

Working knowledge of information security engineering concepts and principles

Familiarity with DFS 500 and similar regulations

Experience working with external regulators, including NY DFS and FDIC

Excellent verbal and written communications, including presentation of complex data in easily, understood ways

Ability to confidently interact at multiple levels in the organization and lead cross-departmental team projects

Experience presenting to senior levels, including Board of Directors

CISSP, CISA or CISM designations preferred

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The starting base salary for this role is between $240,000.00 – $260,000.00. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as : training, transferrable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Amalgamated Bank is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, Minorities / Females / Individuals with Disability / Veterans . () AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply. View our Pay Transparency Statement () . Submission of a resume or any information regarding your qualifications does not constitute a promise or offer of employment. At Amalgamated Bank, we consider an applicant to be someone who has interviewed at least once, in person, with the hiring manager. Amalgamated Bank does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Hybrid Work Model

Effective February 18, 2025, employees in office-based positions will be working a Hybrid work schedule consisting of three days or more, on-site per week, Monday - Thursday, although the specific days may vary by site or organization, with Friday designated as a remote-working day, unless business critical tasks require an on-site presence. This Hybrid work model does not apply to, and daily in-person attendance is required for, the contact center, branch service roles, and general services where the work to be performed is located at a Company site; positions covered by a collective-bargaining agreement (unless the agreement provides for hybrid work); or any other position for which the Company has determined the job requirements cannot be reasonably met working remotely. Please note, this Hybrid work model guidance does not apply to roles that have been designated as “remote”.

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