VP of Information Security

DescriptionKforce has a client in Phoenix, AZthat is seeking a VP of Information Security for a hybrid role.Summary:We are seeking a Vice President of Information Security to lead its enterprise cybersecurity strategy and organization. We are working directly with the hiring manager on this search. This company offers a competitive base salary plus annual bonus and a hybrid work environment.Position Overview:The VP of Information Security will provide strategic and operational leadership across cybersecurity strategy, security operations, cyber risk, architecture, incident response, and team development. The ideal candidate combines executive leadership and business acumen with strong technical cybersecurity expertise, with the ability to communicate cyber risk to executives, lead major security initiatives and incidents, and build high-performing teams.Key Responsibilities:* Develop and execute the enterprise information security strategy* Lead and develop a multidisciplinary cybersecurity organization* Oversee security engineering, operations, incident response, IAM, data protection, vulnerability management, and third-party risk* Establish security architecture across cloud, infrastructure, networks, endpoints, SaaS, and applications* Lead major cybersecurity incidents and executive response efforts* Integrate security throughout the software development lifecycle* Partner with Technology, Compliance, Legal, Risk, Audit, Privacy, and business leadership* Manage cybersecurity budgets, vendors, and managed security services* Support regulatory examinations, audits, and executive/board security reporting* Address emerging risks, including AI and generative AI securityRequirements* BS or MS degree in Computer Engineering, IT Security, Network Engineering or other related field would be ideal* Progressive leadership experience in enterprise information security* Experience building, scaling, or maturing cybersecurity programs and teams* Leadership experience within financial services or another highly regulated industry* Strong knowledge of security architecture, cloud security, incident response, IAM, data protection, and application security* Cloud security experience with AWS, Azure, and/or GCP* Experience with frameworks such as NIST CSF, CIS Controls, or ISO 27001* Proven experience leading significant cybersecurity incidents* Ability to communicate technical risk effectively to executives, boards, auditors, and regulators* Experience managing cybersecurity budgets, vendors, and security service providersPreferred Qualifications:* CISSP, CISM, CISA, CCSP, GIAC, or similar certification* Financial services cybersecurity experience* Experience with regulatory examinations and cybersecurity audits* Familiarity with wealth management or financial technology platforms* Experience with AI governance and AI-enabled application securityJob TypeDirect HireCompensation160000 - $220000