The Business Information Security Officer (BISO) operates within the First Line of Defense to execute the Information Security and Information Risk Framework – ensuring compliance with Regulations, Heightened Standards, and Corporate Policy. The BISO will help champion the Information Security mandate acting as a critical partner guiding stakeholders to embed information risk management practices in the 1st line. The BISO serves as a subject matter expert by advising and guiding enterprise wide initiative such as risk assessments, KPI development, remediation of issues and cyber risks. Evaluations require collaboration with various stakeholders while influencing parties towards strategic goals. Acts as a liaison between Business Unit(s) managers and information security teams- to manage information security and cybersecurity risks for the Business Unit(s) people, process and technology
Analyzes, evaluates and provides strategic guidance and direction for information security programs, policies and procedures to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements and acceptable risk mitigation practices
Develops and implements appropriate controls and procedures reflecting the standards set forth in the policies and Regulations while accounting for information and cybersecurity risks inherent in the products, services, types of customers, locations of customers, and functions of the Business Unit
Develops, implements and monitors information security compliance program and controls for the assigned area. Identifies gaps in controls, proposes solutions, and implements corrective actions
Drives projects to implement the necessary changes to policy, procedures and processes in order to achieve the Business Unit(s) conformance to the organization’s information security controls
Effectively partners with line of business to solicit information and to mitigate risk
Provides advisory support for regulatory examinations and audits by defining the how and why for all implemented decisions; ensures all requested documentation is provided
Recognized as a subject matter expert by advising and guiding enterprise wide initiative such as risk assessments, KPI development, remediation of issues
Reports to management on cybersecurity developments and risks/issues identified within assigned area. Regularly provides reports to Business Unit(s) management on progress. Supports Business Unit team members in the resolution of Risk related issues.
At Santander, we value and respect differences in our workforce and strive to increase the diversity of our teams. We encourage everyone to apply.
Bachelor’s Degree; Information Security, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Risk Management, Information Systems or equivalent field or equivalent work experience
Master’s Degree (optional); Information Security, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Risk Management, Information Systems or equivalent field or equivalent work experience
Strong knowledge of the implementation and control objectives of Identity and Access Management, Vulnerability Management, Incident Management, Cyber Resiliency, Data Loss Prevention, Insider Risk, Network Security, information control frameworks, information risk assessments, Vendor Management, Privileged Access Management, Risk Management, IT Asset Management, Data Classification, KPI/KRIs
12-15 years; Information Security, Cybersecurity, Information Risk experience
Information Security/Risk Certification
Ability to anticipate the impact of cybersecurity and other environmental factors and proactively take action to ensure the team/function/enterprise is prepared
Ability to build credibility with, collaborate with, and influence line of business executives
Ability to build internal and external networks of information resources within the information security ecosystem
Ability to collaborate with internal and external service providers to establish resource requirements, scheduling, assignments and service levels
Ability to constructively work both independently and in collaborative environments involving all levels of management and employees
Ability to work with limited oversight from manager
Advanced knowledge of the financial services sector, particularly with the competitive dynamics and products in retail banking and risk management
Advanced understanding of the cybersecurity environment and how the risks of the products and services the bank offers are viewed by the Second Line of Defense and regulators
Demonstrated experience executing information security control projects across multiple business lines offering a wide variety of financial services products and services
Demonstrated judgement in escalation, ensuring risk-based clear line of sight for senior executives into existing and emerging issues/incidents., Demonstrated thought leadership and application of operational risk identification and mitigation practices and procedures
Excellent analytical and complex problem-solving skills
In depth research and analysis skills for more complex and critical data, interpret and communicate industry trends
Strong understanding of NIST Cybersecurity Framework and industry leading practices
Superior project management skills
Minimal physical effort such as sitting, standing, and walking
Brings out the best in each team member by consistently motivating and acknowledging peer contributions
Understands and leverages team dynamics
Effectively conveys difficult or complex information in an easy to understand manner, by providing the big picture and illustrating important linkages Asks open-ended questions that encourage others to give their points of view
Ensures people receive the information they require, and brings the team together to share information
Ensures that all directs, and colleagues have appropriate knowledge of information risk and the regulatory environment
Investigates and identifies the root cause and corrects items deemed non-compliant, regardless of pressures from business or management
Fully accountable for timeliness, completeness, quality of projects, processes, products and services
Remains calm and focused on goals while facing pressures, obstacles or short-term setbacks
Improves relationships between key individuals to achieve seamless cross-team workflow and positively impact results
Uses informal networks to gain support for ideas and projects
Keeps up to date with external market events, pressures and regulations which may impact the organization and assesses whether similar issues exist in the organization
Can identify functional and organizational implications associated with major trends
Designs solutions to address industry activities that impact the organization
Monitors adherence to policies, regulations, processes and procedures within function and actively undertakes corrective action where necessary
Understands end to end processes across the organization and how processes are integrated
Has a practical knowledge of regulations impacting area supported
