Leads and oversees teams responsible for threat modeling and manual application testing/penetration testing. Develops strategies for continuous assessment, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and measures application security posture against vulnerability threat. Provides mentorship to team members and stays updated on the latest cybersecurity trends to enhance the organization's security posture.
Global Risk and Security (GR&S) at Vanguard enables business strategy, protects client and Vanguard interests (e.g., assets and data), and stewards a strong risk culture. Our teams leverage enterprise-wide insights, deep expertise, and trusted advice so that across Vanguard leaders and crew drive faster, stronger, risk-informed decisions.
Within GR&S, the Enterprise Security and Fraud (ES&F) sub-division is responsible for the global protection of Vanguard crew, property, data, and client assets. We are the trusted advisors that protect the pride of Vanguard with state-of-the-art security and fraud capabilities. We are a world-class destination of highly engaged, passionate, and diverse talent expected to continuously learn and develop in an ever-changing security landscape. Our crew are our greatest resource - by joining our team you will build collaborative long-term relationships and enjoy a suite of benefits that includes comprehensive health and wellness care, work-life balance, and an investment in your future at its core .
Senior Manager, Cyber Threat Validation:
- Manage manual application testing and penetration testing teams to conduct thorough security assessments, identifying vulnerabilities and recommending effective remediation strategies.
- Oversee and lead the threat modeling teams to identify, assess, and mitigate potential cyber threats, ensuring robust security measures are in place to protect the organization's assets.
- Develop and implement comprehensive strategies for continuous improvement in threat validation processes, enhancing the overall security posture of the organization.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, legal, and compliance, to integrate threat intelligence into security operations and ensure a cohesive approach to cybersecurity.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards, best practices, and regulatory requirements in all threat validation activities, maintaining the highest level of security and integrity.
- Provide mentorship, guidance, and professional development opportunities to team members, fostering a culture of innovation, excellence, and continuous learning within the cybersecurity department.
- Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to threat validation and testing activities, providing insights and recommendations to senior leadership for strategic decision-making.
- Stay updated on the latest cybersecurity trends, technologies, and threat landscapes, leveraging this knowledge to enhance the organization's security posture and proactively address emerging threats.
What it takes:
Minimum of eight years related work experience. Supervisory experience preferred.
Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience required. Graduate degree preferred.
Must obtain CISSP within one year of hire.
Special Factors
Sponsorship
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.
About Vanguard
At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission-we're on a mission.
To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.
How We Work
Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.