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WSFS Bank · 12 hours ago

Business Information Security Officer

WSFS Bank is a locally headquartered bank and wealth management company that empowers its associates and supports its communities. The Business Information Security Officer (BISO) will act as a strategic liaison between the bank’s business divisions and the Information Security & Technology teams, ensuring security practices align with business objectives and helping to foster a strong security culture across the organization.

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Responsibilities

Act as the primary point of contact between business divisions and the Information Security function
Understand division-specific processes, technologies, and operating risks to proactively identify security needs and opportunities
Translate security and regulatory requirements into actionable recommendations that support business goals without undue complexity
Partner with business leaders to embed security considerations into strategic initiatives, vendor engagements, and product planning
Support risk assessments, control reviews, and mitigation plans across assigned business areas
Monitor and escalate security risks, vulnerabilities, and compliance gaps to the CISO and appropriate governance committees
Support third-party risk assessments, ensuring vendor relationships meet required security standards
Assist in the development and refinement of bank-wide policies, standards, and procedures
Support division-specific security training, including phishing, data protection, incident response roles, and regulatory compliance
Review and approve tailored learning content to make security principles understandable and actionable for non-technical audiences
Champion a 'security-first mindset' by reinforcing good practices and recognizing strong security behaviors within the business
Support the CISO and Incident Response Team during security incidents, ensuring clear communication, coordinated action, and proper documentation
Participate and support post-incident reviews and help business areas implement corrective actions
Participate in tabletop exercises and business continuity planning
Work closely with IT and Security Engineering to understand new technologies, roadmaps, and control capabilities
Ensure business needs and constraints are considered during the design and rollout of security tools and processes
Support implementation of controls such as access management, data loss prevention, endpoint protection, and logging/monitoring
Participate in strategic planning sessions with the CISO and senior IT leadership
Lead cross-functional projects that build visibility and leadership experience
Stay current on industry trends, financial sector regulations, and emerging threats

Qualification

Information SecurityRisk ManagementCybersecurity FrameworksLeadership ExperienceBanking ExperienceCertifications CISSPCertifications CISMAnalytical MindsetStakeholder InfluenceCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving

Required

Bachelor's degree in information security, Information Technology, Business, or related field required
Minimum of 10 years of experience in information security, with a proven track record of leadership in security roles
Minimum of 7 years of experience in risk management, IT governance, or related fields
Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks (NIST CSF, ISO 27001), regulatory requirements (GLBA, FFIEC), and risk management practices
Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts in business terms
Demonstrated ability to build relationships, influence stakeholders, and drive alignment across diverse groups
Analytical and strategic mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver in a fast-paced environment

Preferred

Master's degree preferred
Experience working within banking and/or financial services or other regulated industries strongly preferred
Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, or CGEIT are a plus

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
A 401(k) plan
Life, accident, and disability insurance
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) and health savings accounts (HSAs)
Wellness programs
Paid parental leave
Military leave
Vacation and other paid time off
Sick leave in accordance with applicable state laws
Paid holidays

Company

WSFS Bank

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WSFS Bank is the seventh oldest, continuously-operating bank in the United States.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$200M
2025-12-09Post Ipo Debt· $200M
1986-12-05IPO

Leadership Team

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Alyson Beasley Bradley
SVP/Chief Auditor
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Brooke Moyer
SVP & Director of Loan Syndications
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