Join Capital One as the Director of Cybersecurity Operations, where you will play a critical role in safeguarding our customers and associates through innovative security measures. At Capital One, we view cybersecurity not merely as a compliance requirement but as a vital enabler of business success. Your passion for security and risk management will be key in shaping strategies that drive business value while maintaining a robust security posture.
In this position, you'll lead the security initiatives for strategic projects within our diverse business lines. By partnering with business leaders, technology experts, and risk management teams, you'll ensure that we achieve our goals swiftly and securely, leveraging the latest technologies and modern software architectures. You will also provide invaluable product security advisory services and collaborate with stakeholders to promote a culture of security awareness and innovation.
Key Responsibilities :
- Lead the implementation of end-to-end security for strategic initiatives, including mergers and acquisitions.
- Execute the divisional cyber strategy, managing risks for top business initiatives and technology platforms across the organization.
- Serve as the primary contact for technology executives regarding Capital One's cyber risk management priorities.
- Educate and engage executive leadership to harness security capabilities effectively while mitigating risks and addressing emerging threats.
- Provide insights on prioritization and management of information security risks and initiatives.
- Deliver regular updates on the overall information security health and risk environment to executive leadership.
- Foster relationships and collaborate extensively with other Cyber and Technology teams to drive innovation.
- Stay informed about regulatory changes and their implications for the organization.
About You :
You are a collaborative leader with excellent interpersonal skills, capable of engaging a wide range of stakeholders.You possess a strong understanding of securing large-scale e-commerce platforms and customer data protection.You thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and have a passion for modern computing security.You are knowledgeable about Offensive and Defensive Security techniques and are comfortable with innovative technologies, including cloud services and data analytics.You are committed to continual learning and problem-solving, leveraging your engineering background to develop innovative solutions.You possess strong judgment and decision-making skills, able to communicate effectively with diverse audiences.Basic Qualifications :
Bachelor's degree.7+ years of experience in Information Security.5+ years in people management.5+ years managing cyber policies and standards.5+ years securing public cloud environments (AWS, GCP, Azure).Preferred Qualifications :
Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science, Information Systems, or Engineering.10+ years of experience in technology and cybersecurity risk.7+ years in application security and vulnerability management.5+ years integrating security into software development pipelines.Relevant professional certifications (CISSP, CCSP, etc.).This role is based in one of the following locations : Chicago, IL; McLean, VA; Plano, TX; or Richmond, VA. Capital One offers competitive salaries ranging from $239,900 to $301,200 based on location and experience. This position may also include performance-based incentive compensation.
By joining our team, you will be at the forefront of driving our cybersecurity efforts while ensuring we meet the highest standards in risk management and business innovation. Capital One is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment that values diversity and equal opportunities for all applicants.