VP of Information Security - Business Engagement & Security Strategy (Hybrid)

Who We Are

Join a team that puts its People First! Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for ten consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com.

What We Do

Integrates information security and risk into business and technology by leading collaborative efforts between security, IT and business stakeholders Provides advanced visibility and data-driven decision making through implementation of business intelligence and reporting mechanisms

What You'll Do

• Work with the CISO to help develop strategic plans and objectives for the information security program. 
• Keep abreast of emerging security trends, evolving threats, risks, and vulnerabilities along with the possible impacts to the company and with ways to mitigate risk as necessary.
• Plan and manage budget allocations and associated financial forecasts relating to functional areas with direct oversight
• Be a core member of the Office of the CISO’s leadership team
• Function as change agent for new or modified Information Security policies/procedures based on the evolving regulatory landscape
• Identify and assess key security risks and issues across the enterprise and be able to defend these positions to targeted audience
• Perform and maintain detailed current state assessment of risk posture impacting the enterprise
• Provide transparent reporting on the current state of IT & Information risk and control to various levels of management
• Partner with leadership to adopt innovative technologies and initiatives to promote a cohesive and unified approach to information security risk management
• Lead identification and evaluation of information security risks aligning them with broader business and technology goals
• Leverage Business Intelligence (BI) to promote data driven insights with management and operational reports
• Use quantitative and qualitative metrics to track security posture, maturity and efficiency
• Support development of information security roadmaps that align with evolving enterprise goals
• Promote a security-aware culture where security is embedded within business and technology processes
• Work with the Chief Information Security Officer relative to presentations and briefing of the Board of Directors.

What You'll Bring

Knowledge and Skills/Technology Used

• Generally requires BS Degree or higher
• Typically have 10-15 years of directly related experience
• This position would typically have a staff of IT professionals, perhaps Director/Manager levels reporting directly.
• Strong knowledge and understanding policies and standards to enable best practice and consistency across the Enterprise

Salary Range: $251,900.00 - $335,800.00

This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting.  Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location

What We Offer

By choice, we don’t simply accept individuality – we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First Culture celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion not simply because it’s the right thing to do, but also because it’s the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term.

Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.