GM Financial · 8 hours ago
AVP Cybersecurity Governance
Arlington, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
6+ years expGM Financial is focused on innovation in cybersecurity and is seeking an AVP Cybersecurity Governance leader. This role involves overseeing governance functions related to cybersecurity risk management and collaborating with various teams to enhance the organization's cybersecurity posture.
Finance
Responsibilities
Lead and develop the Vendor Risk, Application Risk, Findings Management, and Cyber Process Automation teams
Oversee third-party cybersecurity risk assessments, risk scoring, evidence reviews, and remediation workflows
Manage application risk assessments and ensure accurate control evaluation and response
Direct the full lifecycle of cybersecurity findings, including documentation, tracking, aging, remediation, validation, and reporting
Guide the Cyber Process Automation team in building scalable workflows, dashboards, and data integrations to improve efficiency and program maturity
Maintain and enhance cybersecurity procedures aligned with NIST CSF and NIST 800-53
Deliver clear, executive-ready reporting on risk posture, findings, and program performance
Serve as a trusted advisor who can translate cybersecurity risk into actionable, business-aligned recommendations
Qualification
Required
Proven leadership experience within cybersecurity governance, risk, or assurance functions
Strong understanding of NIST CSF, NIST 800-53, vendor security controls, and application security principles
Ability to evaluate risk, drive remediation, and influence senior stakeholders
Experience leading workflow automation or low-code development teams
Exceptional communication skills with the ability to simplify complexity for executives and business partners
Process-oriented builder who brings structure, discipline, and continuous improvement to programs and teams
High School Diploma or equivalent required
6+ years of experience in large and complex business environments with a successful track record working directly with senior-level management required
5-7 years of experience in one or more of the following domains: Cybersecurity, Information Security, Network Engineering or Operations, Information, Technology, Application Development, Access Control, Security Governance, Risk Management, Software Development Security, Cryptography, Security Architecture and Design, Operational Security, Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery, Legal Regulations, Investigations and Compliance, Physical (Environmental) Security, IT or Security Audit, IT or Security Compliance required
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience preferred
Information Security Certifications preferred
Benefits
401K matching
Bonding leave for new parents (12 weeks, 100% paid)
Tuition assistance
Training
GM employee auto discount
Community service pay
Nine company holidays
Company
GM Financial
GM Financial is the captive finance company and a wholly-owned subsidiary of General Motors Company.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2010-09-29Acquired
Leadership Team
Katie DeGraaf
Senior Vice President, OnStar Insurance, Product & Telematics
Ross Reichardt
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