Information Security Specialist (US)

Work Location:

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States of America

Hours:

40

Pay Details:

$87,000 - $151,000 USD

TD is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all colleagues. Growth opportunities and skill development are defining features of the colleague experience at TD. Our compensation policies and practices have been designed to allow colleagues to progress through the salary range over time as they progress in their role. The base pay actually offered may vary based upon the candidate's skills and experience, job-related knowledge, geographic location, and other specific business and organizational needs. 

As a candidate, you are encouraged to ask compensation related questions and have an open dialogue with your recruiter who can provide you more specific details for this role.

Line of Business:

Technology Solutions

Job Description:

The Information Security Specialist defines, develops and/or implements Technology Controls / Information Security related policies, programs, tools and provides specialized expertise and guidance on assessing risks, identifying potential gaps and providing security solutions to mitigate risks and protect the Bank. Participates on projects of moderate to high complexity and provides complex reporting, analysis, and assessments at the functional, business line or enterprise level for own area.

Depth & Scope:

• Participates on complex, comprehensive or large projects and initiatives

• Acts as a lead expert resource in technology controls / information security for project teams, the business / organization and/or outside vendors

• Has advanced knowledge of organization, technology controls / security/ risk issues

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree preferred

• Information security certification / accreditation an asset

• 7+ years of relevant experience

• Expert knowledge of IT security and risk disciplines and practices

Preferred Qualifications :

• Have a foundational understanding of information technology and security concepts

• Have a foundational understanding of exercise and test concepts used to evaluate staff skill levels, operational risk and security effectiveness

• Ability to capture actions taken by the exercise participants through direct observation, monitoring of communications between participants and direct interaction with participants. Analyze the data and provide realistic and insightful conclusions

• Ability to design executive level summaries aimed at driving action and demonstrating success

• Have a strong sense of teamwork that enables you to work with peers and various levels of management

• Effective written and oral communication skills in both group and individual settings

• Ability to facilitate and control a room of people and guide them through the exercise in order to achieve the goals

• Proven record of being able to navigate successfully across organizational lines

• Ability to communicate threat actor techniques, tactics and procedures (verbal and written) with executives and stakeholders in non-technical terms while accurately encompassing risk, impact likelihood, containment and remediation activities

• Excellent organizational and analytical skills with an ability to prioritize conflicting tasks and handle multiple work efforts in a fast-paced environment

• The ability to manage multiple projects that deliver expected results on-time across standard milestones and in alignment with multiple Stakeholders' desired outcomes, adapting as required

• Experience in an operations focused Information Security role

• Familiarity with network security vulnerabilities, exploits and attacks

• Have a foundational understanding of range technology and exercise concepts used to evaluate participating teams                                                          

• Project Management proficiency:  Manages planning and delivery of exercise milestones, ensures design and development stay on target, identifies and escalates issues and risks, develops high quality deliverables and manages exercise lifecycle to conclusion

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field

• Technical or Information Security Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in the design, development, conduct and evaluation of exercises

• Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) certified

• Understanding of the cyber threat landscape with knowledge of emerging technologies and trends

• Knowledge of and experience working in finance sector linked information security collaboration groups

• Range exercise proficiency:  Demonstrated experience in the design, development, execution and evaluation of cyber range exercises

• Familiarization with Jira     

Who We Are:
TD is one of the world's leading global financial institutions and is the fifth largest bank in North America by branches/stores. Every day, we deliver legendary customer experiences to over 27 million households and businesses in Canada, the United States and around the world. More than 95,000 TD colleagues bring their skills, talent, and creativity to the Bank, those we serve, and the economies we support. We are guided by our vision to Be the Better Bank and our purpose to enrich the lives of our customers, communities and colleagues. 

TD is deeply committed to being a leader in customer experience, that is why we believe that all colleagues, no matter where they work, are customer facing. As we build our business and deliver on our strategy, we are innovating to enhance the customer experience and build capabilities to shape the future of banking. Whether you’ve got years of banking experience or are just starting your career in financial services, we can help you realize your potential. Through regular leadership and development conversations to mentorship and training programs, we’re here to support you towards your goals. As an organization, we keep growing – and so will you.

Our Total Rewards Package

Our Total Rewards package reflects the investments we make in our colleagues to help them and their families achieve their financial, physical and mental well-being goals. Total Rewards at TD includes base salary and variable compensation/incentive awards (e.g., eligibility for cash and/or equity incentive awards, generally through participation in an incentive plan) and several other key plans such as health and well-being benefits, savings and retirement programs, paid time off (including Vacation PTO, Flex PTO, and Holiday PTO), banking benefits and discounts, career development, and reward and recognition. Learn more

Additional Information:
We’re delighted that you’re considering building a career with TD. Through regular development conversations, training programs, and a competitive benefits plan, we’re committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home.

Colleague Development
If you’re interested in a specific career path or are looking to build certain skills, we want to help you succeed. You’ll have regular career, development, and performance conversations with your manager, as well as access to an online learning platform and a variety of mentoring programs to help you unlock future opportunities. Whether you have a passion for helping customers and want to expand your experience, or you want to coach and inspire your colleagues, there are many different career paths within our organization at TD – and we’re committed to helping you identify opportunities that support your goals.

Training & Onboarding
We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you’ve got everything you need to succeed in your new role.

Interview Process
We’ll reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call.

Accommodation

If you are an applicant with a disability and need accommodations to complete the application process, email the TD Bank US Workplace Accommodations Program at USWAPTDO@td.com. Include your full name, best way to reach you, and the accommodation needed to assist you with the application process.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.