Director, Vulnerability Management
Responsibilities
* As the Director of Vulnerability Detection at Vocalink Limited, you will be a key leader responsible for driving and enhancing the vulnerability detection strategy within our dynamic payment’s organization. You will oversee testing methodologies such as Penetration Testing, Vulnerability and Compliance Scanning, and Static and Dynamic Application Security Testing. Your leadership will fortify our cybersecurity posture, ensuring the protection of sensitive financial data and maintaining client trust.
* Support the development and implementation of a strategic roadmap for effective vulnerability detection, working closely with technology and operations teams.
* Manage and support key controls that deliver timely and accurate identification of vulnerabilities across the organization’s IT assets and services.
* Be accountable for thorough assessments of our systems, networks, and applications.
* Provide actionable recommendations based on assessment findings to strengthen our security defenses.
* Provide clear, concise, and easily consumable communication with key technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
* Oversee the implementation and execution of comprehensive asset and network scanning programs utilizing industry‑leading tools such as Qualys, Nessus, and Tenable.
* Lead collaboration with software development teams to implement secure coding practices and integrate security into the development lifecycle.
* Establish and enforce secure coding standards, providing guidance on best practices and industry benchmarks.
* Create actionable metrics and write reports to track progress.
* Manage third‑party testing vendor relationships to ensure quality, effective, and timely service is received.
* Define and drive operational efficiency and effective service management.
Qualifications
* Proven experience in a leadership role within vulnerability management in a payments or financial services environment.
* Track record of building vulnerability detection programs to keep up with the ever‑changing technology and security landscape in a complex organization.
* In‑depth knowledge of penetration testing methodologies, vulnerability scanning tools and processes, and secure coding practices.
* Experience initiating and managing improvement in areas of security by leveraging process metrics.Strong understanding of the payments industry regulatory landscape and compliance requirements.
* Understanding of risk management.
* Relevant experience working in a complex (preferably multi‑national) stakeholder environment that includes complex customers and regulators.
* Ability to articulate themselves clearly and concisely to a broad range of senior and junior stakeholders, acting as a bridge as well as guide for the implementation of new capabilities.
* Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
* Experience presenting and communicating at senior level.
* Knowledge of industry frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, PCI DSS.
* Ability to motivate, inspire and lead people effectively.
* Line manager and a team player – leads by example.
* Strategic thinker – able to develop and communicate direction.
Corporate Security Responsibility
* Abide by Mastercard’s security policies and practices.
* Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed.
* Report any suspected information security violation or breach.
* Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard’s guidelines.
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