Head of Cybersecurity & Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) (Hybrid)
securian financialSaint Paul, MN
Head of Cybersecurity & Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) (Hybrid)
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securian financialSaint Paul, MNtoday
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Information Security AnalystsComputer and Information Systems ManagersInformation Security EngineersOverview:
In this role you will lead Securian’s enterprise cybersecurity program and serve as a broad technology executive, shaping security, resilience, data protection, and responsible AI adoption. You will translate external threat developments into enterprise priorities and risk-informed decisions, partnering with Risk, Legal, Compliance and Audit. You’ll influence technology strategy beyond security operations, embedding trust into how technology is designed and delivered. You’ll report to the CIO and act as a visible voice on cybersecurity risk to executives, the Board, and regulators. This is an officer-level, enterprise-wide leadership role with broad impact. Compensation / Benefits Paid time off with additional PTO for long service Flexible leave programs (parental, caregiver, bereavement, military) Nine company-paid holidays Company-funded pension plan and 401(k) with company contribution Health insurance for employees and dependents Volunteer time and matching gifts program
Responsibilities:
Provide leadership and vision for the enterprise Cybersecurity organization and contribute to overall technology strategy. Evolve and execute a risk-informed cybersecurity strategy aligned with enterprise, data, and AI priorities. Advise senior leaders on opportunities and risk, balancing customer, business, technology, regulatory and reputational factors. Translate emerging threats and trends into concrete implications and actions for Securian. Establish a focused cybersecurity operating model that protects the enterprise while enabling speed to business initiatives. Strengthen data protection, data movement, access controls and usage monitoring across the organization. Partner with Risk, Legal, Compliance and Audit to meet regulatory requirements and clarify risk appetite. Lead cybersecurity priorities and investment discussions with senior leadership and the Board, surfacing material risks early. Embed secure-by-design, resilient-by-design and trustworthy-by-design practices across architecture, data, AI, and engineering teams. Provide cybersecurity leadership for AI environments, including model security, software supply chain, and data governance. Drive integration of cybersecurity with technology operations, resilience, business continuity, and third-party risk management. Represent Securian in high-visibility cybersecurity events and regulatory interactions and communicate risks clearly to stakeholders.
Key requirements:
Significant senior leadership experience in cybersecurity, technology risk, or related disciplines. Proven track record of cybersecurity or technology transformations beyond operating a security program. Deep cybersecurity expertise with fluency in technology, data and AI. Strong understanding of enterprise risk, regulatory requirements, and risk appetite. Ability to influence technology strategy, architecture, cloud, data, and modernization decisions. Experience in regulated environments with credibility with Risk, Legal, Compliance, Audit, and regulators. Experience advising executives and presenting material risk matters to Boards or Board committees. Crisis leadership and understanding of cybersecurity response, recovery, resilience and third-party dependencies. Proven capability to build leadership teams and durable organizational capability. Accountability Active Listening Adaptability Cybersecurity governance and risk management Security architecture and engineering Cloud security and modernization
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Level
DirectorL8
Location
Saint Paul, MN
Occupation
Information Security Analysts
Industry
Computer Systems Design Services
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