Vice President Information Security

Financial Freedom Happens Here – and it starts with YOU.

At FAIRWINDS Credit Union, we’re more than a workplace; we’re a team on a mission. Join the credit union nationally endorsed by The Dave Ramsey Show, where every day is a step toward financial freedom - for our members and for you. Join a mission-driven financial organization and help protect what matters most!

We’re seeking a dynamic, forward-thinking VP, Information Security to lead our enterprise-wide Information Security Program and champion the protection of our members, data, and systems. This influential leader will bring deep expertise, a proactive mindset, and a passion for building strong, resilient security practices that support our organization’s strategic goals.

You’ll serve as the organization’s subject matter expert; guiding our security posture, anticipating emerging threats, and strengthening the controls, culture, and technologies that keep our members safe. You will lead the Information Security Analyst and collaborate across all business units to ensure security is not just a function, but a shared value.

If you are energized by meaningful work, thrive in a collaborative environment, and want to make a measurable impact in the financial industry, this role is for you.

Your Role in Our Mission:

• Lead as the board-appointed Information Security Officer, stewarding the organization’s Information Security Program.


• Update, maintain, and report on the Information Security Program annually to senior leadership and the Board.


• Conduct and refine information security risk assessments, evaluating inherent and residual risks to guide strong decision-making.


• Stay ahead of evolving regulatory requirements, industry trends, and emerging threats affecting financial institutions.


• Develop and deliver engaging training programs to crewmembers, volunteers, and members, fostering an informed and security-conscious culture.


• Oversee and validate information security monitoring, configurations, and workflows using modern security tools.


• Establish and enforce strong measures to prevent cybercrime and ensure adherence to laws, contracts, and policies.


• Provide expert consultation, analysis, and reporting to senior management.


• Ensure the protection of crewmembers, members, assets, records, and confidential/proprietary information.


• Evaluate locations, systems, and processes to identify opportunities for enhanced security controls.


• Lead incident response efforts, including documentation, case building, communication, and loss assessment.


• Oversee vendor security reviews and govern access rights, including DNA/System access authorization and auditing.


• Architect and manage defensive security technologies such as:
  
  
  
  • Vulnerability scanning tools
  
  
  • Enterprise-scale firewalls & SIEM
  
  
  • IDS architectures
  
  
  • Application security frameworks
  
  
  • Forensics and investigative capabilities
  
  


• Guide internal controls and compliance efforts to ensure the organization meets all security obligations.


• Lead and develop your team, setting strategic goals and coaching for continued excellence.

What Makes You a Great Fit:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field


• MBA or advanced degree preferred (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in information security or information risk management


• 3–5 years in a financial institution strongly preferred


• Proven experience in security architecture, system design, IT controls, and enterprise-level risk management


• Strong project management capabilities and the ability to lead multiple initiatives simultaneously


• Demonstrated success leading teams and influencing across the organization

A Culture of Care and Reward:
You give your best, and we give back with a comprehensive and meaningful rewards package:

• Enjoy 11 paid holidays and generous paid time off to recharge and reset


• Build your future with a 6% 401(k) match


• Receive a $700 annual contribution to your Health Savings Account


• Access our comprehensive maternity leave program to support growing families


• Stay covered with medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance


• Grow your career through leadership development, tuition assistance, and advancement opportunities


• Earn rewards for financial wellness through our Debt Free Club and Dave Ramsey’s SmartDollar program


• Thrive in a purpose-driven, people-first culture where your impact matters

This is more than your next job. It’s your next step in changing lives; starting with your own!

About FAIRWINDS Credit Union
At FAIRWINDS Credit Union, Financial Freedom Happens Here. Headquartered in Orlando and proudly serving members for over 70 years, our mission - changing members’ lives on the journey to Financial Freedom - drives everything we do, with a clear vision: Members financially free. Through The FAIRWINDS Way, we champion a culture of integrity, accountability, and teamwork, and we’re nationally endorsed by The Dave Ramsey Show as a trusted provider of financial wellness. Recognized as one of Forbes’ 2024 Best-in-State Credit Unions and one of Orlando Business Journal’s Best Places to Work, FAIRWINDS is a top workplace where your purpose matters and your growth is supported every step of the way!