VP, Head of Information Security

Company Overview Berkshire Residential Investments is a people-first real estate investment company who values not only the impact we make as a company, but the time we spend together in our high-performing teams. We value individual skills and perspectives to allow us to best serve our employees, investors, residents, and other stakeholders.
Position Summary The VP, Head of Information Security & Infrastructure will safeguard Berkshire’s technology assets while ensuring the resilience, scalability, and efficiency of its Information Technology infrastructure.
The VP, Head of Information Security & Infrastructure will develop a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy and execute the supporting tasks to ensure a layered security approach to protect the computing environment at the access points, all data in transit, and at the end points. This role is also responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of the organization’s core technology infrastructure, including network engineering and system administration.
In addition, the VP, Head of Information Security & Infrastructure is responsible for the management and development of the Service Desk team, which is the primary point of contact for IT-related concerns, and their successful research and resolution of technical problems.
Implement a cost-effective information security program, including the corporate-wide strategy, to ensure the Berkshire is protected against existing and evolving cyber threats, and is prepared to respond quickly if an event occurs
Manage the core technology infrastructure – function as a system administrator and a network engineer – to support the end-to-end IT infrastructure for corporate headquarters, satellite offices, and the properties. This environment consists of computers, networks, and network gear, servers, conference rooms, cell phones and cloud-based phone systems, and integration with cloud environments.
Manage and develop the technical skills and capabilities of the Service desk team and information security and infrastructure personnel
Align security and infrastructure strategies with business goals, enabling innovation while maintaining operational integrity and cost-effectiveness.
Perpetuate a strong internal control environment, specifically related to identity management, user access controls, the least security principle, information security, and change management.
Ensure compliance with regulatory standards
Evaluate technologies and technology vendors in accordance with Berkshire’s Vendor Due Diligence process and IT Governance processes
Identify opportunities to modernize infrastructure and automate processes for improved performance and cost-efficiency, supporting a secure, scalable and high-performing infrastructure ecosystem
Manage technology budgets, vendors and provide project management oversight for critical vendor-related infrastructure and information security projects
Manage internal and external resources in a manner that is consistent with Berkshire’s values
Provide excellent customer service to Berkshire colleagues
This includes good communication, prompt service and quality results for our users to the extent possible
Assure that other resources within the IT department are also providing excellent customer service
Assist the Chief Technology Officer in the role of managing the technology function and performing other tasks and projects assigned by the Chief Technology Officer; Fifteen plus (15+) years of experience in IT Infrastructure and/or Information Security roles
Demonstrated management skills with track record of building teams and identifying, mentoring, and growing talent
Exceptional understanding of computer hardware, mobile devices, networks and technology
Aptitude for organizing, prioritizing, and managing multiple priorities, using critical thinking and problem solving
ability to communicate with and manage up to senior management
Demonstrate emotional intelligence in high pressure and sensitive situations
Represent the Berkshire employment brand well to candidates by seeking to understand the capabilities and insights of people with unique backgrounds, cultures, styles, and abilities
Bachelor’s degree in computer science or other technical or quantitative major; Proven experience securing networks and cloud platforms using a zero-trust architecture (Microsoft technologies a plus – Azure, Fabric, Microsoft 365, Defender, SharePoint)
Deep understanding of information security tools and technologies and a strong grasp of technical compliance frameworks
Expertise in infrastructure architecture, networking, identify management and device management
computers/hardware, mobile, software, cloud-based programs)
Proficiency with computers, keyboards, monitors, and telephone headsets.
Proficiency in Microsoft Suite of Products (e.g., Word, Outlook, Excel, Teams, Power Point)
We offer programs and incentives that promote physical, mental, financial, and behavioral wellbeing both within and beyond our workplace. Berkshire Residential values diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. We ensure that decisions affecting employees are made without regard to their race, color, creed, national origin, age, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other protected status.
Bachelors