Director OF Security

Make Your Mark In Information TechnologyAt AIG, technology is at the heart of everything we do, from underwriting risks to processing claims. The Information Technology team equips our colleagues with the latest tools to complete their work efficiently and with the highest standards of excellence. The team is responsible for shielding the company's systems from security risks, while designing technology strategies that enable AIG's businesses to achieve their goals. AIG's Information Technology functions include enterprise architecture, software and systems engineering, cybersecurity, and technology risk and compliance.The Director of Security Operations Enablement is a senior leadership role responsible for the engineering and enablement functions that underpin Security Operations. This includes ownership of Data Engineering, Data Analytics, and SIEM/SOAR engineering capabilities, ensuring that platforms, data pipelines, and automation solutions effectively support detection and response outcomes. This role manages a global team of engineering professionals and is accountable for the delivery, performance, and governance of Security Operations technologies and services. The successful candidate will define and execute the strategic roadmap for Security Operations enablement, in alignment with the direction set by the Head of Security Operations, Deputy CISO, and CISO. Working closely with peer leaders across Incident Response, Global Cyber-risk Defense Center (GCDC), Cyber Threat Management, and Security Engineering, this role ensures that operational requirements are translated into scalable, resilient, and future-ready technical capabilities.The role also plays a key part in shaping target state architecture, collaborating with Enterprise Security Architecture to align engineering delivery with broader strategic objectives.What You'll Need To SucceedOwn and lead the Security Operations Enablement function, covering Data Engineering, Data Analytics, and SIEM/SOAR engineeringDefine and deliver the strategic roadmap for Security Operations platforms and capabilities, ensuring alignment with organizational cyber defense prioritiesManage and develop a global team of 20+ engineering resources, fostering a high-performance and engineering-led cultureGovern the lifecycle of Security Operations technologies, including platform selection, implementation, optimization, and decommissioningEnsure the availability, performance, and continuous improvement of data pipelines, detection engineering, and automation capabilitiesPartner with GCDC and Incident Response leadership to understand operational requirements and translate them into technical solutionsCollaborate with Security Engineering and Enterprise Architecture to define and implement target state architecturesDrive the adoption of modern engineering practices, including infrastructure as code, CI/CD, and scalable automation frameworksEstablish and maintain vendor relationships, influencing product direction and ensuring value realization from strategic partnersDefine and track performance metrics for Security Operations technologies, leveraging data-driven insights to improve outcomesLead governance, risk, and compliance activities related to enablement platforms, ensuring alignment with enterprise standardsAct as a key contributor to tactical and strategic decision-making within the Information Security OfficeSupport innovation initiatives, including the adoption of advanced analytics, AI, and automation capabilities within Security OperationsRequirements10+ years of experience in Cyber Security Engineering, Security Operations, or a related fieldDemonstrable experience leading engineering teams delivering large-scale security platforms (e.g. SIEM, SOAR, data platforms)Strong understanding of Security Operations processes, including detection, triage, and response workflowsProven ability to define and execute technology strategy in complex, global organizationsExperience managing and developing high-performing engineering teams in a distributed environmentExcellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical audiencesStrong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with a data-driven approach to decision makingExperience working with security vendors and managing strategic partnershipsAbility to operate effectively at both tactical and strategic levels, balancing immediate operational needs with long-term visionFamiliarity with cloud platforms, modern data architectures, and scalable engineering patternsPreferredExperience in Security Architecture or close collaboration with architecture functionsKnowledge of enterprise integration patterns and large-scale data engineering frameworksExperience delivering or supporting AI/automation initiatives within Security OperationsFinancial services or highly regulated industry experienceKey relationshipsHead of Security OperationsDeputy CISO and CISODirector of Incident ResponseTechnical Director of the Global Cyber-risk Defense Center (GCDC)Security EngineeringEnterprise Security ArchitectureThe base salary range for this position for Jersey City is $125,000-$145,000. The base salary range for this position for New York is $130,000-$150,000. The position is eligible for a bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan. Your actual compensation will be dependent on your skills, experience, and qualifications. If your compensation expectations are above the posted range, we still encourage you to apply—your unique background matters to us. In addition, we're proud to offer a range of competitive benefits, a summary of which can be viewed here: US Benefits Overview.Veterans are encouraged to apply.Ready to make a bigger impact? We look forward to reviewing your application.