VP, Information Security Risk Officer (ISRO)

Please note: Financial services industry experience is required and good work history.

Our client is one of the largest private independent full-service trust companies in the state of Texas. Since its founding the company has grown to serve hundreds of relationships worldwide and currently manages over $10 billion in client assets. With a state-of-the-art trust accounting system the firm is seeking an experienced Information Security Risk Officer (ISRO) to lead its overall technology and information security strategy.

This role carries accountability for the organizations technology roadmap vendor ecosystem cybersecurity posture IT compliance and digital transformation initiatives. Serving as the subject matter expert on regulatory technology requirements the ISRO is also responsible for technology policies and procedures and acts as the primary contact for IT and Information Security exams and audits.

Responsibilities of the VP Information Security Risk Officer:
Strategic Leadership and Technology Vision

• Lead the IT Steering Committee conducting quarterly meetings and serving as a voting member
• Maintain oversight of the MSP relationship (Integris) and the information security program
• Partner with leadership to align technology with business goals oversee enterprise infrastructure and information security and drive innovation to enhance client and employee experience
• Oversee the IT Officer fostering a culture of accountability innovation and continuous learning
• Present technology strategy and risk updates to the board and leadership as needed
• Develop and lead staff technology and information security training
• Lead the cross-functional business continuity team through disasters and other incidents
• Lead the key vendor review process including due diligence and contract renewals
• Proactively assess new company initiatives and provide guidance on inherent security risks

Policy Development and Maintenance

• Author maintain and version-control all enterprise IT policies and procedures
• Review update and present information security and business continuity plans
• Develop a formal policy review calendar and lead all reviews of technology governance documents
• Create and maintain IT operational procedures standards and control documentation
• Translate regulatory guidance examination findings and industry frameworks (NIST FFIEC ISO 27001 GLBA SOC 2) into actionable internal policy requirements
• Update and document processes using flowcharts narratives and risk and control matrices

Regulatory Compliance Risk Management and Audit Coordination

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all IT-related regulatory examinations internal and external audits and manage responses tracking all findings to resolution
• Stay current on cybersecurity standards including NIST CSF updates FFIEC guidance and relevant CISA advisories
• Monitor evolving federal and state banking regulations (GLBA FFIEC IT Examination Handbook Texas Department of Banking etc.) and communicate changes
• Ensure timely updates to internal policies and procedures in response to regulatory guidance
• Design and test IT general controls and ensure proper documentation for SOC reports and other attestation requirements
• Coordinate periodic testing including user access clean desk disaster recovery and incident response
• Understand and comply with the Bank Secrecy Act and Know Your Customer procedures
• Develop and maintain knowledge of fiduciary tax laws and the Texas Trust Code

Qualifications of the VP Information Security Risk Officer:

• 10 years of experience in information security risk management compliance or IT leadership within financial services or banking
• Bachelors degree in Management Information Systems Computer Science Cybersecurity Business Administration or related field preferred
• Knowledge of FFIEC with CCISO CISM or CISSP designations preferred
• Willingness to learn GWES trust accounting system and other firm technologies
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products including Word Excel and Outlook
• Self-starter with strong initiative sound judgment and problem-solving skills
• Team-oriented with a positive attitude and collaborative mindset
• Discreet and reliable with the ability to handle highly confidential financial and personal information

What Our Amazing Client Offers:

• Competitive compensation with a discretionary annual bonus based on performance
• Long-term incentive program including employee tracking stock grants that vest over five years and provide dividend participation during the vesting period
• Comprehensive benefits including medical dental and vision insurance with the company covering a significant portion of employee coverage
• 401(k) plan with company contribution based on total cash compensation after one year of service
• Generous vacation policy
• Long-term disability and life insurance coverage with company contributions
• Free parking at the office location and access to the building fitness center with optional training sessions during the work week
• Opportunity to work within an exceptional team and join a highly respected organization known for its long-tenured team collaborative culture and commitment to professional development