AVP, Cyber Defense Manager
Apply NowCompany: LPL Financial Holdings, Inc.
Location: Tempe, AZ 85281
Description:
Are you interested in working on meaningful projects? Do you want to work with cutting-edge technology? If you have a strong technical background in security detection engineering and operations and are ready to take on new challenges in a fast-paced and collaborative environment, we would love to hear from you!
Job Overview:
LPL Financial is currently seeking an AVP, Cyber Defense within its Information Security organization. As part of the Information Security team, this role is responsible for leading the firm's cyber defense team and associated initiatives. The ideal candidate must be able to lead teams in a fast-paced and technically challenging operational environment. This individual will provide strategic insight towards development and growth of the function, as well as drive tactical execution of daily operations. The role requires technical competence and experience managing and mentoring team members within cyber defense team.
Responsibilities:
Requirements:
Core Competencies:
Preferences:
#LI-Hybrid
Pay Range:
$120,188-$200,313/year
Actual base salary varies based on factors, including but not limited to, relevant skill, prior experience, education, base salary of internal peers, demonstrated performance, and geographic location. Additionally, LPL Total Rewards package is highly competitive, designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play - such as 401K matching, health benefits, employee stock options, paid time off, volunteer time off, and more. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that LPL has to offer!
Company Overview:
LPL Financial Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: LPLA) was founded on the principle that the firm should work for advisors and institutions, and not the other way around. Today, LPL is a leader in the markets we serve, serving more than 23,000 financial advisors, including advisors at approximately 1,000 institutions and at approximately 580 registered investment advisor ("RIA") firms nationwide. We are steadfast in our commitment to the advisor-mediated model and the belief that Americans deserve access to personalized guidance from a financial professional.
At LPL, independence means that advisors and institution leaders have the freedom they deserve to choose the business model, services, and technology resources that allow them to run a thriving business. They have the flexibility to do business their way. And they have the freedom to manage their client relationships, because they know their clients best. Simply put, we take care of our advisors and institutions, so they can take care of their clients.
Join LPL Financial: Where Your Potential Meets Opportunity
At LPL Financial, we believe that everyone deserves objective financial guidance. As the nation's leading independent broker-dealer, we offer an integrated platform of cutting-edge technology, brokerage, and investment advisor services.
Why LPL?
Join the LPL team and help us make a difference by turning life's aspirations into financial realities. Please log in or create an account to apply to this position. Principals only. EOE.
Information on Interviews:
LPL will only communicate with a job applicant directly from an @lplfinancial.com email address and will never conduct an interview online or in a chatroom forum. During an interview, LPL will not request any form of payment from the applicant, or information regarding an applicant's bank or credit card. Should you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact LPL's Human Resources Solutions Center at (855) 575-6947.
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Job Overview:
LPL Financial is currently seeking an AVP, Cyber Defense within its Information Security organization. As part of the Information Security team, this role is responsible for leading the firm's cyber defense team and associated initiatives. The ideal candidate must be able to lead teams in a fast-paced and technically challenging operational environment. This individual will provide strategic insight towards development and growth of the function, as well as drive tactical execution of daily operations. The role requires technical competence and experience managing and mentoring team members within cyber defense team.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the development and maturation of the cyber defense team within Security Operations Center
- Manage a team of analyst's onsite, offsite contractors and MSSP to monitor and respond to security events 24x7 with on call rotation
- Partner with security engineering and content development to develop and tune content, automate repetitive tasks and drive efficiencies to optimize resources
- Manage career development for the team, including talent retention, training and mentoring, conducting performance reviews and exhibiting behaviors to be modeled by team members
- Serve as the primary escalation point for SOC Analysts, MSSPs and vendors
- Evaluate and update SOC policies and procedures as appropriate
- Develop and maintain metrics to measure threats to the organization, as well as effectiveness and efficiency of SOC analysts to ensure adherence with business SLAs
- Support Investigations as required
- Liaise with partners across various business divisions and enterprise functions including Technology Risk, Compliance Legal & Risk and Privacy
- Reviews and prioritizes security alerts, investigations and escalated matters; ensure all investigations are appropriately scoped and completed thoroughly
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information security or technology related field
- 5+ years of related experience in information security, specifically hands on experience working in a 24x7 Security Operations Center
- 5+ years of hands-on experience with SIEM platform
- 3+ years managing technical resources responsible for detection and response across various cyber security platforms
Core Competencies:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are required
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Experience in Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) threat intelligence platforms, security automation and orchestration solutions, intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDS/IPS), Endpoint Detection Solutions, DLP and other network and endpoint monitoring tools
Preferences:
- Relevant technical and security certifications such as CISSP, GIAC certificates
#LI-Hybrid
Pay Range:
$120,188-$200,313/year
Actual base salary varies based on factors, including but not limited to, relevant skill, prior experience, education, base salary of internal peers, demonstrated performance, and geographic location. Additionally, LPL Total Rewards package is highly competitive, designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play - such as 401K matching, health benefits, employee stock options, paid time off, volunteer time off, and more. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that LPL has to offer!
Company Overview:
LPL Financial Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: LPLA) was founded on the principle that the firm should work for advisors and institutions, and not the other way around. Today, LPL is a leader in the markets we serve, serving more than 23,000 financial advisors, including advisors at approximately 1,000 institutions and at approximately 580 registered investment advisor ("RIA") firms nationwide. We are steadfast in our commitment to the advisor-mediated model and the belief that Americans deserve access to personalized guidance from a financial professional.
At LPL, independence means that advisors and institution leaders have the freedom they deserve to choose the business model, services, and technology resources that allow them to run a thriving business. They have the flexibility to do business their way. And they have the freedom to manage their client relationships, because they know their clients best. Simply put, we take care of our advisors and institutions, so they can take care of their clients.
Join LPL Financial: Where Your Potential Meets Opportunity
At LPL Financial, we believe that everyone deserves objective financial guidance. As the nation's leading independent broker-dealer, we offer an integrated platform of cutting-edge technology, brokerage, and investment advisor services.
Why LPL?
- Innovative Environment: We foster creativity and growth, providing a supportive and responsive leadership team. Learn more about our leadership team here!
- Limitless Career Potential: Your career at LPL has no limits, only amazing potential. Learn more about our careers here!
- Unified Mission: We are one team on one mission-taking care of our advisors so they can take care of their clients. Learn more about our mission and values here!
- Impactful Work: Our size is just right for you to make a real impact. Learn more here!
- Commitment to Equality: We support workplace equality and embrace diverse perspectives and backgrounds. Learn more here!
- Community Focus: We care for our communities and encourage our employees to do the same. Learn more here!
- Benefits and Total Rewards: Our Total Rewards package goes beyond just compensation and insurance. It includes a mix of traditional and unique benefits, perks, and resources designed to enhance your life both at work and at home. Learn more here!
Join the LPL team and help us make a difference by turning life's aspirations into financial realities. Please log in or create an account to apply to this position. Principals only. EOE.
Information on Interviews:
LPL will only communicate with a job applicant directly from an @lplfinancial.com email address and will never conduct an interview online or in a chatroom forum. During an interview, LPL will not request any form of payment from the applicant, or information regarding an applicant's bank or credit card. Should you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact LPL's Human Resources Solutions Center at (855) 575-6947.
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