Synchrony

VP, Security Engineering Programs – Controls

Synchrony

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: StamfordCaliforniaFloridaUnited States

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Salary

💰 $155,000 - $260,000 per year

Job Level

About the role

  • Lead modernization of the Information Security Engineering control landscape.
  • Assess and create a vision for strengthening the GRC practices of Security Engineering.
  • Advocate for and facilitate the integration of GRC into Security Engineering programs.
  • Partner with Risk Managers and Governance personnel to ensure organizational alignment.
  • Standardize evidence requirements, retention, and automation opportunities.
  • Partner on control testing/assurance activities and prioritize security objectives.
  • Provide executive-ready communications and influence decisions through data narratives.
  • Monitor project progress, identify and mitigate risks and blockers.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Business Administration, or a related discipline is preferred; in lieu of a degree, minimum 6 years of relevant experience will be considered.
  • 5+ years of program or project management experience in information security or IT engineering environments.
  • Awareness and conceptual understanding of information security technologies such as data protection, encryption, or data protection.
  • Experience collaborating with cross-functional technology teams, including engineers, architects, and compliance professionals.
  • PMP, PMI-ACP, or similar project management certification is a plus.
  • Ability and flexibility to travel for business as required.
Benefits
  • Flexibility to work from home
  • In-person engagement activities (business or team meetings, training and culture events)
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
information securityGRC practicescontrol testingdata protectionencryptionproject management
Soft Skills
leadershipcommunicationcollaborationinfluencerisk management
Certifications
PMPPMI-ACP