VP, Security Operations Lead

About Us

Jefferies is a leading global, full-service investment banking and capital markets firm that provides advisory, sales and trading, research, and wealth and asset management services. With more than 40 offices around the world, we offer insights and expertise to investors, companies, and governments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Security Operations Center (SOC) team to ensure the effective monitoring, detection, and response to security events.
• Manage and respond to cybersecurity incidents, ensuring timely resolution and thorough documentation.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to the security operations team, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Develop and implement security policies, procedures, and protocols to safeguard the firm's information assets.
• Collaborate with IT and other departments to design and implement secure network architectures and cloud environments.
• Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) solutions such as CrowdStrike and Microsoft Defender.
• Review and approve cyber security policy exceptions including firewall requests.
• Monitor Data Leak Protection (DLP) tools and provide strategies to prevent unauthorized data exfiltration.
• Utilize Proofpoint and other email security solutions to protect against phishing and other email-based threats.
• Conduct/Participate regular security assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration tests to identify and mitigate potential risks.
• Stay current with the latest cybersecurity trends, threats, and technologies to continuously improve the firm's security posture.

Requirements

• At minimum Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in security operations, preferably in a financial services environment.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively convey complex security concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions under pressure.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to think critically.
• Extensive knowledge of networking principles and protocols.
• Experience securing and using AI technologies.
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure.
• Proficiency in cybersecurity practices and technologies, including EDR solutions (CrowdStrike, Microsoft Defender), firewalls (Palo Alto), and DLP strategies.
• Experience with email security solutions such as Proofpoint.
• Experience with Splunk for security monitoring and analysis.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CEH are highly desirable.

Pay

Salary range of $175,000 - $225,000.

Benefits

• Annual discretionary incentive and retention bonus.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k).
• Life, accident, and disability insurance.
• Wellness programs.
• Paid time off packages including planned time off (e.g., vacation), unplanned time off (e.g., sick leave), and paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave for full-time employees.

Schedule

Full time.