Head of Vulnerability

2 weeks ago

Hartford CT United States MassMutual Full time

Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled and strategic leader to join our organization as the Head of Vulnerability & Business Information Risk Management. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing and enhancing our vulnerability management program and application security practices. You will lead a team of experts to identify, assess, prioritize, and mitigate vulnerabilities across our systems and applications, ensuring the integrity and security of our technology infrastructure.


Key Responsibilities

  • Leadership and Strategy:
    • Develop and execute a comprehensive vulnerability management strategy aligned with organizational goals and industry best practices.
    • Provide strategic direction and vision for application security initiatives, integrating security into the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
  • BISO and Enterprise Advisory Services:
    • Working closely with business leaders, technology leaders, and privacy professionals to assure the organization meets current standards, complies with regulatory requirements, and addresses the future direction of the business.
  • Team Management:
    • Lead and mentor a team of vulnerability management and application security professionals, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and collaboration.
    • Define roles, responsibilities, and career development paths within the team to promote growth and maximize performance.
  • Vulnerability Assessment and Remediation:
    • Oversee the identification, assessment, and prioritization of vulnerabilities across infrastructure, networks, and applications.
    • Implement effective remediation strategies and controls to mitigate identified vulnerabilities promptly.
  • Application Security Governance:
    • Establish and enforce application security policies, standards, and guidelines to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards (e.g., OWASP).
    • Conduct regular security assessments and audits of applications to identify security gaps and recommend solutions.
    • Work with developers and architects to ensure security is appropriately built in the development cycle. Coordinate the performance of internal and external network and systems vulnerability assessments and penetration tests.
  • Collaboration and Communication:
    • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including IT operations, development, architecture, and risk management to integrate security into the overall IT strategy.
    • Communicate security risks and recommendations to senior leadership and stakeholders, advocating for necessary investments and resources.
  • Incident Response and Continuous Improvement:
    • Develop and maintain incident response plans and procedures related to vulnerabilities and application security incidents.
    • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of vulnerability management and application security processes.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
  • Proven experience (8+ years) in vulnerability management, application security, or related cybersecurity roles, with at least 5 years in a leadership capacity.
  • Deep technical expertise in vulnerability assessment tools, application security testing methodologies, and threat modeling.
  • Strong understanding of regulatory requirements, compliance frameworks (e.g., PCI-DSS, GDPR), and industry standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001).
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic initiatives, manage budgets, and drive organizational change.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and influence decision-making at all levels.
     

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or GIAC certifications (e.g., GPEN, GWAPT).
  • Experience with cloud security architecture and technologies (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Knowledge of DevSecOps principles and practices, including automation of security testing and monitoring.

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MassMutual is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Individual with Disability/Protected Veteran. We welcome all persons to apply. Note: Veterans are welcome to apply, regardless of their discharge status.

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