VP, Cyber Security & IT Governance

We are currently seeking a VP, Cyber Security & IT Governance to join our team.

The VP, Cyber Security & IT Governance provides leadership and strategic direction for First West’s Cyber Security and IT Governance functions. The VP is responsible for enterprise-wide cyber security enablement, including member-facing cyber security requirements, and the ongoing development, implementation and management of IT Governance processes in alignment to financial services best practices and regulatory requirements.

This position oversees cyber security operations and cyber technology management, and leads the development of enterprise-wide cyber security strategies in alignment to the organization’s strategic plan. The VP also oversees Third Party Risk Management, IT Change Management, internal and external audits, technology contracts and software/services licensing management in IT Governance 1B function.

The VP communicates Cyber Security and IT Governance narratives across all stakeholder contexts including the Board of Directors, FW leadership team (FWLT), Vice Presidents, shared services groups and member-facing roles. This position is a senior member and active participant in the IT Leadership team with shared accountability for strategic planning, technology execution and achievement of results across the IT department. A key element of this role is to integrate cyber security with member-facing products and services as well as member education initiatives.

Here’s what would be included as a part of your typical day

Leadership: Provides strategic and transformational leadership within and external to IT, driving engagement of teams, as well as alignment to the FW strategic objectives; provides strong ‘thought leadership; manages team, including coaching, development, and performance management activities. Establishes and maintains open communication, sets annual goals that are aligned with FW strategic objectives and ensures goals are met or exceeded. Provides resources as needed to IT and business teams in addition to providing effective delivery of cyber security and IT governance services.

Oversees hybrid service delivery models incorporating external suppliers and resources into FW’s cyber security functions to provide scalability of this function.

Advising: Participates as a member of the CTO Leadership Team and supports the CTO in executing strategies and over-arching plans within the context of the cyber security and IT governance functions. Advises and collaborates with FWLT and the Board of Directors with respect to business risk from a cyber security, privacy, regulatory compliance, and business/technology impact potential and ensures plans are in place to address any risks.

Planning & Design: Oversees FW’s enterprise security architecture; alongside CTO, formulates longer term cyber security strategy, and annual cybersecurity functional plan. Ensures alignment with the organizational strategy and technology strategy, and interfaces with leaders from risk and internal audit to ensure compliance with federal and provincial regulations. Develops and oversees the cyber security and IT governance department and related operating budget.

Technology Governance &

Risk Management:

As part of FW’s Enterprise Risk Management First Line of Defense, delivers first line risk management for all aspects of cyber security and IT governance. Proactively engages in operational risk management through identification of risks, opportunities, and inter-dependencies of all areas of accountability; develops and implements the necessary controls and takes action to mitigate exposures, leverage opportunities, ensure regulatory and enterprise compliance, and foster a holistic, integrated approach.

This role also has the overall responsibility to help support all three lines of defense, including the 1B function, in the area of cyber security and IT governance. Oversees the implementation and on-going improvements in the 1B technology governance program for the credit union. Ensures alignment with the organizational strategy and technology strategy, and interfaces with leaders from risk and internal audit to ensure…