VP, Information Security

About Beem

Beem Credit Union, founded by Gulf & Fraser and Interior Savings, is the second largest provincially regulated credit union in BC with approximately $10 billion in total assets under administration. 1,000 Beem employees work to serve over 160,000 members who live and work across the province. The credit union offers personal and commercial banking and a full range of insurance and wealth management services from 53 branches that span BC from downtown Vancouver to the North Peace region.

At Beem, we strive to create a future where everyone in our communities can achieve financial wellness. We are proud to serve our members across BC by offering reliable advice, a welcoming environment, and a full range of personal and business banking, investment, and insurance solutions. We help our members find the best options to fulfill their financial potential. We believe in the power of progressive thinking and positive action to take incredible steps forward in every aspect of life.

Learn more about our journey to build Beem Credit Union at www.beemcreditunion.ca.

Looking to join a team of driven, collaborative, and positive professionals, grow your career, and contribute meaningfully to your community? Sounds like this opportunity might be the perfect fit!

What this role is all about:

Beem Credit Union is seeking a dynamic VP of Information Security to join our team. Reporting directly to the Chief Technology Officer, this role is instrumental in ensuring the security of our organization's information and data. Collaborating with IT, Innovation, Risk, and Privacy executives, you'll drive the effectiveness of our security program. If you're ready to safeguard our digital assets and shape the future of the security of Beem Credit Union apply now.

This role will enjoy remote working arrangements. Experience Beem and the communities we serve!

What you’ll do:

• Responsible for the strategic leadership of the company’s Information Security program.
• Implements programs and projects to mitigate risk while sharing IT responsibility for strategic initiatives and change (i.e. robust products and services).
• Monitors and oversees incident response, investigations, forensics and disaster recovery when a data or security breach occurs while utilizing resources for maximum efficiency.
• Educates and informs senior management on potential security threats, coordinating response and recovery efforts where a breach occurs.
• Leads cyber security operations - real-time analysis of immediate threats, triaging and communicating in a timely and effective manner to the right parties making meaning of network or systems activity.
• Partner with business leadership, and other departments to remediate security flaws in infrastructure, system design and application security.
• Aligning security strategies to corporate goals, consults on or raises potential security issues that might arise from business plans Maintains up to date knowledge, on current and emerging trends and threats; educates stakeholders on evolving security vulnerabilities.
• Works to prevent data loss and inhibit fraud or theft both internally and externally; oversees cybersecurity training.
• Oversees security architecture: Planning, buying, and rolling out security hardware and software, and making sure IT and network infrastructure is designed with best security practices in mind.
• Develops protocols for identity and access management: Ensuring that only authorized people have access to restricted data and systems.
• Build and lead a high-performing team of enterprise data professionals, providing mentorship, coaching, and professional development opportunities.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning to attract, retain, and motivate top talent.
  
  
  

A little about your qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Data Science, or a related field; a technical master's degree with a security focus is preferred.
• 7-12 years of experience in Information Systems, with at least 5-7 years in management within the Financial Services sector.
• Profound understanding of security protocols and system architecture, including DNS, routing, authentication, VPN, proxy services, DDOS mitigation technologies, coding practices, ethical hacking, threat modeling, firewall, and intrusion detection/prevention protocols.
• Superior knowledge of Compliance and Risk standards such as PCI DSS, HIPAA, GLBA, GDPR, and SOX.
• Strong business acumen, strategic vision, and the ability to translate technology trends into actionable insights that drive business value.
• Experience with agile methodologies and practices, demonstrating the ability to foster agility and responsiveness in infrastructure operations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the capacity to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and senior leadership.
• Experience in managing vendor relationships and strategic partnerships, prioritizing value and innovation.
  
  
  

What you'll gain:

• Competitive base salary; reviewed annually. The salary range for this position is $177,300 to $216,700.
• An incentive bonus plan.
• Remote Work Environment.
• Extended health care, dental coverage, and disability coverage.
• Favorable vacation benefits - paid time off to recharge!
• RRSP with Employer contributions, and the option to contribute yourself.
• Special banking perks - including mortgage and lending products.
  
  
  

At Beem we are BOLD and Always Welcoming and our values are at the forefront of everything we do!

• Build Together: You are a team player who thrives on collaboration, sparks ideas, and fosters inclusivity.
• Own It: You are ready to take charge, drive change, and deliver outstanding results.
• Lead with Agility: You are a dynamic, adaptable thinker who thrives on challenge and innovation.
• Driven by Curiosity: You are eager to explore, learn, and shape the future.
  
  
  

Ready to join?

Visit us at www.beemcreditunion.ca to learn more about what it’s like to work for Beem Credit Union! We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

We at Beem Credit Union are committed to ensuring inclusive employment practices and an accessible business environment for our employees. We do not discriminate based on any protected attribute covered by the Human Rights Code and encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We are committed to a fair and equitable hiring process for all candidates.