FAIRWINDS Credit Union · 21 hours ago
Vice President Information Security
Orlando, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expFAIRWINDS Credit Union is a mission-driven financial organization dedicated to helping members achieve financial freedom. They are seeking a dynamic VP of Information Security to lead their enterprise-wide Information Security Program, ensuring the protection of members, data, and systems while fostering a security-conscious culture across the organization.
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Responsibilities
Lead as the board-appointed Information Security Officer, stewarding the organization’s Information Security Program
Update, maintain, and report on the Information Security Program annually to senior leadership and the Board
Conduct and refine information security risk assessments, evaluating inherent and residual risks to guide strong decision-making
Stay ahead of evolving regulatory requirements, industry trends, and emerging threats affecting financial institutions
Develop and deliver engaging training programs to crewmembers, volunteers, and members, fostering an informed and security-conscious culture
Oversee and validate information security monitoring, configurations, and workflows using modern security tools
Establish and enforce strong measures to prevent cybercrime and ensure adherence to laws, contracts, and policies
Provide expert consultation, analysis, and reporting to senior management
Ensure the protection of crewmembers, members, assets, records, and confidential/proprietary information
Evaluate locations, systems, and processes to identify opportunities for enhanced security controls
Lead incident response efforts, including documentation, case building, communication, and loss assessment
Oversee vendor security reviews and govern access rights, including DNA/System access authorization and auditing
Architect and manage defensive security technologies such as: Vulnerability scanning tools, Enterprise-scale firewalls & SIEM, IDS architectures, Application security frameworks, Forensics and investigative capabilities
Guide internal controls and compliance efforts to ensure the organization meets all security obligations
Lead and develop your team, setting strategic goals and coaching for continued excellence
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
Minimum 5 years of experience in information security or information risk management
Proven experience in security architecture, system design, IT controls, and enterprise-level risk management
Strong project management capabilities and the ability to lead multiple initiatives simultaneously
Demonstrated success leading teams and influencing across the organization
Preferred
MBA or advanced degree preferred (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
3–5 years in a financial institution strongly preferred
Benefits
11 paid holidays and generous paid time off to recharge and reset
6% 401(k) match
$700 annual contribution to your Health Savings Account
Comprehensive maternity leave program to support growing families
Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
Leadership development, tuition assistance, and advancement opportunities
Rewards for financial wellness through our Debt Free Club and Dave Ramsey’s SmartDollar program
Company
FAIRWINDS Credit Union
We are the financial that doesn’t want you to have any debt. We offer solutions and advice to help you on your journey to financial freedom.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Phil Tischer
COO
Bryan Meizinger
Executive Vice President, Chief Credit Officer
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