Hancock Whitney
Director, Security Architecture and Engineering
Hancock Whitney, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, 70123
Director, Security Architecture and Engineering
Join Hancock Whitney as a Director, Security Architecture and Engineering. The Director, Information Security Architecture and Engineering provides strategic leadership and oversight for the Bank’s Security Architecture, Identity Management, and Security Engineering and Operations programs. This role is accountable for developing and executing an integrated security strategy aligned with the Bank’s risk posture, regulatory expectations, and digital initiatives. JOB FUNCTION / SUMMARY: The Director leads cross-functional teams, manages budgets and vendor relationships, and ensures that security technologies and frameworks are optimized to protect critical assets while enabling business operations. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead the strategic design, implementation, and management of enterprise-wide security architecture to align with business objectives and regulatory requirements. Oversee the development, maintenance, and execution of a robust Identity Management program, ensuring secure, compliant access to systems and data. Direct the Security Engineering and Operations function, ensuring availability, scalability, and effectiveness of all security tools and processes. Serve as the primary liaison with line-of-business leaders, IT, and risk teams to address security needs across all portfolios. Manage departmental budgets, capital investments, vendor contracts, and third-party security tool selection in alignment with strategic goals. Maintain up-to-date awareness of emerging threats, technologies, and best practices; integrate relevant advancements into the security program. Represent the Bank’s information security interests in cross-functional committees and industry forums, and serve as a key consultant to internal affiliates. Lead, develop, and evaluate a team of security professionals; ensure performance management, succession planning, and skills development. Develop tactical and strategic metrics to assess program maturity, drive accountability, and demonstrate progress to executive stakeholders. MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE:
Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred. CISSP, CISM, or similar information security certifications strongly preferred. Minimum of 10 years in information security, including 6+ years leading technical teams in a complex, regulated environment. Proven expertise in designing and managing enterprise-level security architecture and identity solutions. Strong budgetary and vendor management skills. Excellent communication, leadership, and conflict resolution abilities. Demonstrated ability to work across departments and influence senior leaders. ESSENTIAL MENTAL & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to work under stress and meet deadlines Ability to travel Ability to lift/move/carry approximately 40 pounds if required to perform the essential job functions. Hancock Whitney is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious beliefs, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, physical or mental disability or history of disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, disabled veteran, or other protected characteristics as required by federal, state and local laws.
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Join Hancock Whitney as a Director, Security Architecture and Engineering. The Director, Information Security Architecture and Engineering provides strategic leadership and oversight for the Bank’s Security Architecture, Identity Management, and Security Engineering and Operations programs. This role is accountable for developing and executing an integrated security strategy aligned with the Bank’s risk posture, regulatory expectations, and digital initiatives. JOB FUNCTION / SUMMARY: The Director leads cross-functional teams, manages budgets and vendor relationships, and ensures that security technologies and frameworks are optimized to protect critical assets while enabling business operations. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead the strategic design, implementation, and management of enterprise-wide security architecture to align with business objectives and regulatory requirements. Oversee the development, maintenance, and execution of a robust Identity Management program, ensuring secure, compliant access to systems and data. Direct the Security Engineering and Operations function, ensuring availability, scalability, and effectiveness of all security tools and processes. Serve as the primary liaison with line-of-business leaders, IT, and risk teams to address security needs across all portfolios. Manage departmental budgets, capital investments, vendor contracts, and third-party security tool selection in alignment with strategic goals. Maintain up-to-date awareness of emerging threats, technologies, and best practices; integrate relevant advancements into the security program. Represent the Bank’s information security interests in cross-functional committees and industry forums, and serve as a key consultant to internal affiliates. Lead, develop, and evaluate a team of security professionals; ensure performance management, succession planning, and skills development. Develop tactical and strategic metrics to assess program maturity, drive accountability, and demonstrate progress to executive stakeholders. MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE:
Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred. CISSP, CISM, or similar information security certifications strongly preferred. Minimum of 10 years in information security, including 6+ years leading technical teams in a complex, regulated environment. Proven expertise in designing and managing enterprise-level security architecture and identity solutions. Strong budgetary and vendor management skills. Excellent communication, leadership, and conflict resolution abilities. Demonstrated ability to work across departments and influence senior leaders. ESSENTIAL MENTAL & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to work under stress and meet deadlines Ability to travel Ability to lift/move/carry approximately 40 pounds if required to perform the essential job functions. Hancock Whitney is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious beliefs, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, physical or mental disability or history of disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, disabled veteran, or other protected characteristics as required by federal, state and local laws.
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