AVP, Cybersecurity Operations

$150,000 - $195,000/Yr

Space Coast Credit Union - Melbourne, FL

Full-time - Senior

Remote - Melbourne, FL

Credit Intermediation and Related Activities

About the position

The AVP, Cybersecurity Operations at Space Coast Credit Union (SCCU) is a leadership role responsible for overseeing the cybersecurity operations team. This position focuses on providing strategic direction, managing incident response, threat management, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The role emphasizes collaboration with various teams to align cybersecurity initiatives with the organization's business objectives while fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and leadership to the cybersecurity operations team.
• Lead and coordinate incident response activities, ensuring timely resolution and mitigation of cybersecurity threats and incidents.
• Manage threat intelligence programs and lead efforts to proactively identify and mitigate emerging cyber threats.
• Implement and oversee vulnerability assessment and management programs to identify and remediate security vulnerabilities in a timely manner.
• Evaluate, implement, and manage security tools and technologies to enhance SCCU's cybersecurity defenses.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and industry standards (e.g., PCI DSS, NIST, FFIEC) and manage cybersecurity risks effectively.
• Participate in internal and external audits to demonstrate adherence to compliance standards.
• Recruit, mentor, and develop cybersecurity operations team members, fostering their professional growth and technical expertise.
• Work closely with other IT teams, business units, and senior management to align cybersecurity initiatives with SCCU's business objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field, or equivalent experience required.
• 10-15 years experience in cybersecurity operations with at least 5 years in a leadership role required.
• Experience in the financial services industry or a similarly regulated environment is highly desirable.
• Advanced degree (e.g., Master's) and relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CISA) preferred.

Benefits

• ONESCCU annual bonus available!
• Hybrid Work Options - Work from home up to 3 days a week.
• Flexible Schedule options!
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• HSA (Health Savings Account) with SCCU matching contribution
• SCCU Paid Long Term and Short Term Disability coverage
• SCCU Paid Term Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off
• 401(K) Pre-Tax Savings Plan with SCCU match- 100% of the first 5% of employee contributions
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Loan Discounts - Mortgage, 2nd Mortgage, Auto, Motorcycle, Boat etc. / GAP coverage at half price
• Fixed low rate credit card- 5.99%, if approved
• FREE Identify Theft Protection!
• No fee SCCU accounts