VP, Cybersecurity Strategy, Governance & Oversight

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RGA is a purpose-driven organization working to solve today’s challenges through innovation and collaboration. A Fortune 500 Company and listed among its World’s Most Admired Companies, we’re the only global reinsurance company to focus primarily on life- and health-related solutions. Join our multinational team of intelligent, motivated, and collaborative people, and help us make financial protection accessible to all.

Lead and manage activities to drive the development and implementation of the cybersecurity strategy and roadmap. Ensure objectives and  key results are achieved while developing, tracking and reporting progress and value metrics for each functional area.   Serve as a thought leader and corporate advocate for cybersecurity,  remaining current with general cybersecurity industry leading practices and threat landscape.  Consult with senior IT and business leaders to understand business goals and objectives. Participate as a key member of committees as assigned and chair appropriate risk committees as assigned.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES:

• Leads a team to develop and implement a framework and approach for governing and maintaining a world class security organization.

• Establishes methodologies to ensure RGA’s cybersecurity program is developing and implementing the appropriate capabilities and controls commensurate with the organization’s risk tolerance.

• Manage multiple complex projects and organizational priorities, engaging effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

• Provide advisory support and consulting to business areas including Global Technology, Global Ethics & Compliance, Global Legal Services, Facilities, Corporate Security, Global Risk Services, Global Audit Services, and other business areas to ensure that the cybersecurity program is meeting business objectives while managing risk effectively across the global enterprise.

• Identify opportunities to further mature RGA’s cybersecurity program and influence the program’s strategic decisions, relying on industry frameworks, such as NIST CSF, as well as controls assessments, penetration tests, audit findings, etc..

• Applies information security expertise in the diagnosis of business risks, evaluation of solution alternatives and delivery of systems solutions

• Build a security governance program to ensure RGA is building a world-class cybersecurity program, while holding teams and individuals accountable to their commitments; directing and overseeing required processes and delivering required services and capabilities.

• Build a robust security metrics program that aligns to the cybersecurity strategic roadmap; measuring and reporting on Key Performance Indicators, Key Risk Indicators, Objectives and Key Results, as well as progress and value metrics for each.

• Leads, manages and directs the activities of department management in all aspects of supervisory duties, including, but not limited to hiring, training, evaluating, coaching, and disciplining direct reports.  Fosters a positive and engaged work environment.  Mentors associates and gives guidance on associate development.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:
Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) or equivalent experience.

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP, ISC or CISM)

Preferred:

• Insurance industry knowledge and certifications

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Required:

• Expert ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment

• Advanced knowledge of Information Security technologies, markets and vendors

• Advanced knowledge in the field of information systems security, including such areas as identity and access management, security program policies, processes and procedures and various supporting security technologies

• Highly advanced persuasion skills when working with internal partners and external providers to resolve issues/problems.

• Exceptional ability to make timely and effective decisions and produce results through strategic planning and the implementation and evaluation of programs and policies.

• Advanced project management skills.  Demonstrates ability to evaluate project objectives and scope feasibility, gain understanding, schedule resources, and manage budget to plan.

• Highly advanced oral and written communication skills, demonstrating the ability to convey business terminology that is meaningful and well received.

• Highly advanced people management skills, demonstrating an ability to lead, mentor and develop associates.

• Highly advanced facilitation skills with the ability to lead virtual teams to desired outcomes and obtain buy-in from senior leadership on deliverables.

• Highly advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Highly advanced ability to work well within and manage a team.

• Ability to quickly learn and understand the business of RGA.

What you can expect from RGA:

• Gain valuable knowledge from and experience with diverse, caring colleagues around the world.

• Enjoy a respectful, welcoming environment that fosters individuality and encourages pioneering thought.

• Join the bright and creative minds of RGA, and experience vast, endless career potential.

Compensation Range:

Base pay varies depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience and market location. In addition, RGA provides an annual bonus plan that includes all roles and some positions are eligible for participation in our long-term equity incentive plan. RGA also maintains a full range of health, retirement, and other employee benefits.

RGA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, gender identity or expression, sex, disability, veteran status, religion, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.