Global Director - Vulnerability Management & Security Configuration

Global Director of Vulnerability Management & Security Configuration At Northern Trust, a global leader in innovative wealth management, asset servicing, asset management and banking services, we are seeking a Global Director of Vulnerability Management & Security Configuration to define and execute the enterprise strategy for reducing technology risk across infrastructure, cloud, and AI-driven environments. This leader will drive the evolution from traditional vulnerability management to a modern, AI-enabled, risk-based capability, leveraging automation, contextual prioritization, and advanced analytics to reduce attack surface at scale. The role is hands‑on, engineering‑led and requires strong presence at both the executive and deep technical levels. Key Responsibilities Strategy & Transformation Define and lead the global strategy for vulnerability management and security configuration across: Infrastructure (on-prem & cloud), endpoints, and platform environments Transition capabilities from pre‑AI to AI‑enabled , including: Risk‑based prioritization Automation‑led remediation Threat‑informed decisioning Align to CTEM principles and enterprise risk objectives Program Execution Operate and scale a global vulnerability management program , including: Discovery, prioritization, remediation, and governance Security configuration and continuous compliance Implement risk‑based models incorporating: Threat intelligence and exploitability Asset criticality and external exposure Enforce enterprise‑wide policy and remediation standards Security Configuration Define and enforce enterprise hardening baselines Implement continuous monitoring and drift detection Ensure alignment with regulatory and industry standards Leadership & Governance Lead a lean, high‑performing team (~4 FTE, ~10 contractors) Foster a hands‑on, engineering‑led culture Deliver clear executive reporting on risk, exposure, and remediation performance Drive governance including exception management and SLA enforcement Qualifications 12+ years in cybersecurity with deep experience in vulnerability management and security engineering Proven success building and scaling enterprise programs Strong background in: Infrastructure / cloud security Configuration management and hardening DevSecOps integration (platform‑focused) Track record leading large‑scale transformation initiatives Salary Range $164,600 – 288,000 USD Benefits 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. Work Authorization Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment‑based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Northern Trust will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H‑1B, L‑1, TN, O‑1, E‑3, H‑1B1, F‑1, J‑1, OPT, CPT or any other employment‑based visa). Reasonable Accommodation Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing adjustments to individuals with health conditions and disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at View email address on click.appcast.io, or alternatively you can discuss your individual requirements with the recruiter you are working with. #J-18808-Ljbffr