Head of Infrastructure Defense - Cyber Security Services

CISO’s Cyber Security Services (CSS) is responsible for delivering integrated risk reduction capabilities and services aligned to the architectural goals and priorities.  This role entails leading and coordinating the execution of Infrastructure Defense Services, including end to end host and network security.  The successful candidate will have demonstrated success and be highly adept at: leading global programs and engineering change efforts; managing risk and execution of global programs by aligning resources and executing both tactical/strategic decisions; and driving transformation across a complex enterprise to support cybersecurity goals. Strong experience across cybersecurity, Technology Infrastructure, and the financial services business sectors will assist in delivering aspects of this service.   The successful candidate will have end to end responsibilities for engineering and operations of Citi’s core Internet, Connectivity and cyber security defenses across all infrastructure. This encompasses operating systems, infrastructure, internet services, forensics, security analytics, IoT, SaaS and Private cloud including the oversight and governance of Citi's sector areas globally. The Head of Infrastructure Defense will report to the Head of Cyber Security Services and must partner with peer groups in Innovation, Architecture, Technology Services and the business sectors to ensure a service-oriented organization that meets the business needs of a digital bank.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Lead the a large team of geographically dispersed Infrastructure Defense professionals.
• Demonstrate strong understanding of Infrastructure Defense including zero trust, perimeter security, internet access connectivity and endpoint security.
• Balance advancing security objectives and improving positive impact for end user productivity.
• Maintain strong awareness of vulnerabilities, mitigations, and attack frameworks partnering with the Vulnerability Management team.
• Establish close partnership and alignment with Senior Architects, Steering Committees, CISO and CTI stakeholders in delivering the SASE program.
• Accurately assess security gaps in current cyber services, maintain market and vendor awareness of both trends and advancing capabilities in alignment with Security Architecture.
• Interface and support Citi’s Security Architecture Council and Working Groups building strong rapport across teams.
• Support Citi’s adoption of cloud continuum and holistic digital transformation.

Required Skills and Competencies:

• 15+ years of relevant cybersecurity and/or IT experience
• Leadership roles across technology or cybersecurity leading large programs or transformational activities
• Proven strong knowledge of Cyber Security solutions and products
• Thorough understanding of industry and corporate technology standards for Cyber Security services
• Experience developing Cyber Security and IT architectures
• Demonstrated ability to take ownership and work with cross functional teams to manage multiple projects simultaneously under pressure
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
• Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and oral communication as well as strong presentation skills to both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant subject or equivalent work experience

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Job Family Group:

Technology

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Job Family:

Technology Management

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Time Type:

Full time

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