Technical Information Security Officer(Global Security)

Job DescriptionWhat is the opportunity? Royal Bank of Canada is seeking a Technical Information Security Officer to provide US regional cybersecurity leadership and ensure our operational security capabilities meet regulatory expectations and industry security standards. This strategic role focuses on strengthening incident response readiness, improving cyber resilience, and advancing threat intelligence and threat hunting capabilities across our US Lines of Business.In this role you will oversee enterprise cybersecurity operations, lead response to major security incidents, and work collaboratively with US legal entities, Business Information Security Officers (BISOs), technology teams, and risk stakeholders to identify and remediate operational security gaps through proactive threat detection and intelligence-driven security initiatives.What will you do? Oversee operational cybersecurity capabilities supporting US Lines of Business and ensure alignment with regulatory expectations and security standards.Identify operational security gaps in US environments and collaborate with Risk Leads, BISOs, and technology teams to drive remediation initiatives.Track and support remediation of operational cybersecurity risks and regulatory findings related to cybersecurity operations and incident management.Lead development and maturity of threat intelligence capabilities supporting US operations.Analyze threat landscape and adversarial tactics relevant to US regional financial services to inform security posture improvements.Collaborate with global threat intelligence and security operations teams to share insights, coordinate defensive measures, and align incident response strategies.Direct threat hunting initiatives to proactively identify advanced threats, compromised assets, and indicators of compromise within US environments.Coordinate threat hunting activities with security operations and incident response teams.Support integration of enterprise systems into monitoring and detection platforms.Develop detection use cases and drive improvements in monitoring and detection capabilities based on threat intelligence and attack patterns.Provide technical leadership during cybersecurity incidents affecting US entities.Coordinate response activities with business, technology, and risk teams during major incidents, including investigations and remediation efforts.Ensure incident response processes meet US regulatory reporting and response expectations.Leverage threat intelligence and hunting insights to improve incident response effectiveness.Support regulatory assessments and executive briefings related to security incidents, threat landscape, and cyber operational posture.Provide executive communication regarding cyber operational posture and threat exposure.What do you need to succeed? Must have:University degree, or equivalent combination of education and cybersecurity experience.7-10 years in cybersecurity operations roles, preferably in financial institutions.5+ years of hands-on experience with threat intelligence analysis and threat hunting.Demonstrated ability to lead enterprise cybersecurity operations programs, incident response, and cyber resilience initiatives.Experienced coordinating major cybersecurity incident investigations, remediation efforts, and crisis management.Operational risk identification and remediation planning expertise.Proven capability collaborating with global security operations teams and cross-organizational stakeholders.Demonstrated ability to identify advanced threats and indicators of compromise through proactive threat hunting.Experience developing threat hunting methodologies, detection strategies, and detection use cases.Proficiency in threat intelligence platforms, tools, frameworks, and threat hunting tools and techniques.Deep understanding of threat actor tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) relevant to financial services.Ability to analyze and correlate security data to identify advanced threats and anomalous activity.Skilled at driving improvements in monitoring and detection capabilities.Strong background integrating enterprise systems into monitoring and detection platforms.Strong understanding of operational security risks affecting enterprise environments.Ability to translate operational risk and threat intelligence into technical security initiatives.Familiarity supporting regulatory reviews, cybersecurity assessments, and regulatory cybersecurity programs.Executive communication skills regarding cyber operational posture and threat exposure.Ability to translate complex threat intelligence for diverse audiences.Capability to lead and mentor threat hunting and security operations teams.What’s in it for you?We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable.Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities.Ability to make a difference and lasting impact.Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.A world-class training program in financial services.Opportunities to do challenging work.The expected salary range for this particular position is $160,000-$275,000, depending on your experience, skills, and registration status, market conditions and business needs.You have the potential to earn more through RBC’s discretionary variable compensation program which gives you an opportunity to increase your total compensation, provided the business meets its performance targets and you meet your individual goals.RBC’s compensation philosophy and principles recognize the importance of a highly qualified global workforce and plays a critical role in attracting, engaging and retaining talent that:Drives RBC’s high-performance culture.Enables collective achievement of our strategic goals.Generates sustainable shareholder returns and above market shareholder value.#LI-POST#TECHPJJob SkillsCritical Thinking, Cyber Security Management, Decision Making, Detail-Oriented, Information Security Management, Information Technology Security, Interpersonal Relationship Management, IT Security Architecture, Performance Management (PM)Additional Job DetailsAddress:GOLDMAN SACHS TOWER, 30 HUDSON STREET:JERSEY CITYCity:Jersey CityCountry:United States of AmericaWork hours/week:40Employment Type:Full timePlatform:TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONSJob Type:RegularPay Type:SalariedPosted Date:2026-06-03Application Deadline:2026-08-31Note:Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date aboveOur Employment OpportunitiesAt RBC, we are guided by living shared values of Client First, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Excellence and winning together as One RBC. We believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all.Join our Talent CommunityStay in-the-know about great career opportunities at RBC. Sign up and get customized info on our latest jobs, career tips and Recruitment events that matter to you.Expand your limits and create a new future together at RBC. Find out how we use our passion and drive to enhance the well-being of our clients and communities at jobs.rbc.com.RBC is presently inviting candidates to apply for this existing vacancy. Applying to this posting allows you to express your interest in this current career opportunity at RBC. Qualified applicants may be contacted to review their resume in more detail.Job SummaryJob number: R-0000175233Date posted : 2026-07-29Profession: Technology | Analytics | ResearchEmployment type: Full time