Vaco
Vaco
is actively seeking a
Chief Information Security Officer
to support our client's security and compliance posture in Memphis.
Position Overview The CISO is responsible for the security, integrity, and compliance of the organization’s information systems. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the role provides strategic leadership to protect sensitive data, ensure regulatory compliance, and safeguard technology assets against evolving cyber threats. The CISO will work closely with leadership, regulators, auditors, strategic partners, and business stakeholders to enable secure innovation and trust across the enterprise.
Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and oversee the enterprise-wide information security strategy, policies, and governance framework.
Lead the design, deployment, and monitoring of security protocols including intrusion detection, prevention, and incident response systems.
Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
Direct periodic audits, vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and due diligence activities to identify and remediate risks.
Establish secure data governance and identity/access management practices across on‑premise, cloud, and third‑party BaaS environments.
Partner with technology and product teams to embed security into new fintech and core banking solutions from design through deployment.
Lead enterprise risk management programs, including threat modeling, business continuity planning, and disaster recovery.
Collaborate with regulators, auditors, and external examiners during compliance reviews and security assessments.
Develop and deliver enterprise security training, awareness programs, and incident response playbooks for staff.
Provide executive briefings on threat landscape, compliance posture, and security program maturity to the Board and C‑suite.
Oversee vendor and third‑party risk management to ensure compliance and security alignment within banking ecosystems.
Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of emerging threats, technologies, and industry best practices in cybersecurity.
Qualifications
5+ years of relevant cybersecurity experience in a leadership role.
Demonstrated success directing security posture across finance, credit union, banking, or similarly regulated environment.
Strong background in security operations, data protection, incident response, and risk management.
Familiarity with cloud security, digital identity management, and secure API/integration practices.
Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or CCISO strongly preferred.
Collaborative leader skilled at mentoring and building high‑performing security teams.
Additional Details
Employment Type: Perm / Direct‑Hire
Start Date: Immediate
Location: Memphis, TN
Target Total Compensation: $150k - $200k, based on skills and experience
Relocation: Assistance is available
Interested Candidates Interested Candidates are Encouraged to Apply for Immediate Consideration!
EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign‑born residents, and veterans to apply.
Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.
Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
is actively seeking a
Chief Information Security Officer
to support our client's security and compliance posture in Memphis.
Position Overview The CISO is responsible for the security, integrity, and compliance of the organization’s information systems. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the role provides strategic leadership to protect sensitive data, ensure regulatory compliance, and safeguard technology assets against evolving cyber threats. The CISO will work closely with leadership, regulators, auditors, strategic partners, and business stakeholders to enable secure innovation and trust across the enterprise.
Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and oversee the enterprise-wide information security strategy, policies, and governance framework.
Lead the design, deployment, and monitoring of security protocols including intrusion detection, prevention, and incident response systems.
Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
Direct periodic audits, vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and due diligence activities to identify and remediate risks.
Establish secure data governance and identity/access management practices across on‑premise, cloud, and third‑party BaaS environments.
Partner with technology and product teams to embed security into new fintech and core banking solutions from design through deployment.
Lead enterprise risk management programs, including threat modeling, business continuity planning, and disaster recovery.
Collaborate with regulators, auditors, and external examiners during compliance reviews and security assessments.
Develop and deliver enterprise security training, awareness programs, and incident response playbooks for staff.
Provide executive briefings on threat landscape, compliance posture, and security program maturity to the Board and C‑suite.
Oversee vendor and third‑party risk management to ensure compliance and security alignment within banking ecosystems.
Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of emerging threats, technologies, and industry best practices in cybersecurity.
Qualifications
5+ years of relevant cybersecurity experience in a leadership role.
Demonstrated success directing security posture across finance, credit union, banking, or similarly regulated environment.
Strong background in security operations, data protection, incident response, and risk management.
Familiarity with cloud security, digital identity management, and secure API/integration practices.
Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or CCISO strongly preferred.
Collaborative leader skilled at mentoring and building high‑performing security teams.
Additional Details
Employment Type: Perm / Direct‑Hire
Start Date: Immediate
Location: Memphis, TN
Target Total Compensation: $150k - $200k, based on skills and experience
Relocation: Assistance is available
Interested Candidates Interested Candidates are Encouraged to Apply for Immediate Consideration!
EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign‑born residents, and veterans to apply.
Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.
Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com.
#J-18808-Ljbffr