AVP, Cyber Threat Defense Engineering - Metropolitan Life Insurance Company
Cary, NC 27511
About the Job
Country
United States
Working Schedule
Full-Time
Work Arrangement
Hybrid
Travel Required
10%
Relocation Assistance Available
Yes
Posted Date
07-Jun-2024
Job ID
1976
Description and Requirements
Title: AVP, Cyber Threat Defense EngineeringLocation: Cary, NCSetting: HybridReports to: VP, Cyber SecurityTravel: 0 to 10%The Team You Will JoinThis role reports into the Cybersecurity team within Global Security
The team is responsible for preparing for, detecting and responding to cyber threats against MetLife
The team manages both offensive and defensive cybersecurity tools and technology and operates 24x7x365 globally
The team works closely with other teams both in Global Security and Global Technology to ensure MetLife networks and systems are built and maintained in defensible manner.The OpportunityThe AVP of Cyber Threat Defense Engineering will serve as the senior leader for multiple teams of engineers, architects and analysts responsible for MetLife’s global cyber threat defense infrastructure
The AVP has technology ownership and senior leadership responsibilities and should have both deep domain expertise and a strong management track record
The leader of this team is responsible for attracting and retaining top tier cyber talent and overseeing the selection, design, deployment and support of the cyber threat defense technology stack
The AVP of Cyber Threat Defense Infrastructure Engineering is expected to collaborate deeply with other senior leaders and stakeholders to align the threat defense technology strategy with the overall security and IT infrastructure programs.How You’ll Help Us Build a Confident Future (Key Responsibilities)Manage and grow teams responsible for designing, building and maintaining core cyber threat defense platforms including EDR/EPP, NDR, XDR, IDTR, Web Proxy/SASE, SIEM/UEBA, SOAR and other custom platformsCollaborate with other security leaders to develop and implement robust and resilient threat defense capabilities, tooling and processesKeep abreast of emerging trends, threats and countermeasures and provide strategic guidance on technology selection, investment, and budgetingDrive continuous improvement and maximize ROI across threat defense infrastructure thru adoption of cutting-edge features, integration, and automation and where necessary convergence, decommissioning and divestmentDevelop and implement security engineering & support best practices, methodologies, and processesProvide the people and technical leadership necessary to deploy both commercial security products & services and manage internal custom development (DevOps) initiativesMonitor and report on the performance, availability, reliability, and scalability of threat defense systemsManage key vendor relationshipsWhat You Need to Succeed (Required Qualifications)8+ years of people leadership experienceBachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalentAdvanced security certifications including CISSP/CISM and SANS GCIA/GCIH12 + years of increasing responsibility in cybersecurity with experience in security monitoring and operations technologies and processes, and security metrics and analytics reportingDemonstrated ability to lead people in a global financial services enterprise requiredSpecialized in architecting, building and maintaining EDR, SIEM, SOAR and other cyber threat defense platformsExpert understanding of the cyber-attack lifecycle/kill chain, cybersecurity frameworks, threat defense & incident response principles, and process methodologiesStrong financial and budget management skillsAbility to write a solid business case and champion new initiativesAbility to lead thru influence, bring people together and effectively resolve conflictsThe wage range for applicants for this position is $157,800 to $210,400
This role is also eligible for annual short-term incentive compensation and stock-based long-term incentives
MetLife offers a comprehensive benefits program, including healthcare benefits, life insurance, retirement benefits, parental leave, legal plan services and paid time off
All incentives and benefits are subject to the applicable plan terms.Benefits We Offer
Our U.S
benefits address holistic well-being with programs for physical and mental health, financial wellness, and support for families
We offer a comprehensive health plan that includes medical/prescription drug and vision, dental insurance, and no-cost short- and long-term disability
We also provide company-paid life insurance and legal services, a retirement pension funded entirely by MetLife and 401(k) with employer matching, group discounts on voluntary insurance products including auto and home, pet, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance, as well as Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and digital mental health programs, parental leave, volunteer time off, tuition assistance and much more!About MetLife
Recognized on Fortune magazine's list of the 2023 "World's Most Admired Companies" as well as the 2023 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For , MetLife, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world’s leading financial services companies; providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to individual and institutional customers
With operations in more than 40 markets, we hold leading positions in the United States, Latin America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
Our purpose is simple - to help our colleagues, customers, communities, and the world at large create a more confident future
United by purpose and guided by empathy, we’re inspired to transform the next century in financial services
At MetLife, it’s #AllTogetherPossible
Join us!Equal Employment Opportunity/Disability/Veterans
If you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at
This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application process
MetLife maintains a drug-free workplace.
United States
Working Schedule
Full-Time
Work Arrangement
Hybrid
Travel Required
10%
Relocation Assistance Available
Yes
Posted Date
07-Jun-2024
Job ID
1976
Description and Requirements
Title: AVP, Cyber Threat Defense EngineeringLocation: Cary, NCSetting: HybridReports to: VP, Cyber SecurityTravel: 0 to 10%The Team You Will JoinThis role reports into the Cybersecurity team within Global Security
The team is responsible for preparing for, detecting and responding to cyber threats against MetLife
The team manages both offensive and defensive cybersecurity tools and technology and operates 24x7x365 globally
The team works closely with other teams both in Global Security and Global Technology to ensure MetLife networks and systems are built and maintained in defensible manner.The OpportunityThe AVP of Cyber Threat Defense Engineering will serve as the senior leader for multiple teams of engineers, architects and analysts responsible for MetLife’s global cyber threat defense infrastructure
The AVP has technology ownership and senior leadership responsibilities and should have both deep domain expertise and a strong management track record
The leader of this team is responsible for attracting and retaining top tier cyber talent and overseeing the selection, design, deployment and support of the cyber threat defense technology stack
The AVP of Cyber Threat Defense Infrastructure Engineering is expected to collaborate deeply with other senior leaders and stakeholders to align the threat defense technology strategy with the overall security and IT infrastructure programs.How You’ll Help Us Build a Confident Future (Key Responsibilities)Manage and grow teams responsible for designing, building and maintaining core cyber threat defense platforms including EDR/EPP, NDR, XDR, IDTR, Web Proxy/SASE, SIEM/UEBA, SOAR and other custom platformsCollaborate with other security leaders to develop and implement robust and resilient threat defense capabilities, tooling and processesKeep abreast of emerging trends, threats and countermeasures and provide strategic guidance on technology selection, investment, and budgetingDrive continuous improvement and maximize ROI across threat defense infrastructure thru adoption of cutting-edge features, integration, and automation and where necessary convergence, decommissioning and divestmentDevelop and implement security engineering & support best practices, methodologies, and processesProvide the people and technical leadership necessary to deploy both commercial security products & services and manage internal custom development (DevOps) initiativesMonitor and report on the performance, availability, reliability, and scalability of threat defense systemsManage key vendor relationshipsWhat You Need to Succeed (Required Qualifications)8+ years of people leadership experienceBachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalentAdvanced security certifications including CISSP/CISM and SANS GCIA/GCIH12 + years of increasing responsibility in cybersecurity with experience in security monitoring and operations technologies and processes, and security metrics and analytics reportingDemonstrated ability to lead people in a global financial services enterprise requiredSpecialized in architecting, building and maintaining EDR, SIEM, SOAR and other cyber threat defense platformsExpert understanding of the cyber-attack lifecycle/kill chain, cybersecurity frameworks, threat defense & incident response principles, and process methodologiesStrong financial and budget management skillsAbility to write a solid business case and champion new initiativesAbility to lead thru influence, bring people together and effectively resolve conflictsThe wage range for applicants for this position is $157,800 to $210,400
This role is also eligible for annual short-term incentive compensation and stock-based long-term incentives
MetLife offers a comprehensive benefits program, including healthcare benefits, life insurance, retirement benefits, parental leave, legal plan services and paid time off
All incentives and benefits are subject to the applicable plan terms.Benefits We Offer
Our U.S
benefits address holistic well-being with programs for physical and mental health, financial wellness, and support for families
We offer a comprehensive health plan that includes medical/prescription drug and vision, dental insurance, and no-cost short- and long-term disability
We also provide company-paid life insurance and legal services, a retirement pension funded entirely by MetLife and 401(k) with employer matching, group discounts on voluntary insurance products including auto and home, pet, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance, as well as Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and digital mental health programs, parental leave, volunteer time off, tuition assistance and much more!About MetLife
Recognized on Fortune magazine's list of the 2023 "World's Most Admired Companies" as well as the 2023 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For , MetLife, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world’s leading financial services companies; providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to individual and institutional customers
With operations in more than 40 markets, we hold leading positions in the United States, Latin America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
Our purpose is simple - to help our colleagues, customers, communities, and the world at large create a more confident future
United by purpose and guided by empathy, we’re inspired to transform the next century in financial services
At MetLife, it’s #AllTogetherPossible
Join us!Equal Employment Opportunity/Disability/Veterans
If you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at
accommodations@metlife.com
This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application process
MetLife maintains a drug-free workplace.
Source : Metropolitan Life Insurance Company