Information Security Senior Director - Chief Operating Officer (Hybrid or Remote Work Schedule)
Freddie Mac
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January 29, 2023
Freddie Mac
McLean, Virginia
At Freddie Mac, you will do important work to build a better housing finance system and you'll be part of a team helping to make homeownership and rental housing more accessible and affordable across the nation.
Employees, contingent workers and visitors are no longer required to show proof of vaccination to be on-site. Effective January 2023, Freddie Mac's hybrid work arrangement is 3 days in the office (specifically Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday).
Position Overview:
The Information Security Senior Director - COO reports to the Senior Vice President, Chief Information Security Officer in the IT Division of Freddie Mac. This position will require solid understanding of Security competencies and functions in order to ensure that the people, processes and technologies are all operating efficiently and effectively! This position is responsible for coordinating and leading financial, operational and reporting activities for department.
Our Impact:
Drive operating model development and alignment
Deliver on key critical BAU initiatives
Assess security capabilities against the threat landscape to manage security risk
Ensure security technologies have appropriate licenses and support levels
Lead team financial and budget management
Drive product and services roadmap discussions
Your Impact:
Looks for methods to improve quality, efficiency, and productivity, reduce costs and improve control measures
Works closely to develop and/or improve systems, processes, controls, and procedures that improve the overall efficiency of the team
Works with leadership team to attract, recruit and retain talent
Collaborates with the leadership team to develop and implement plans for the operational infrastructure of systems, processes, and personnel designed to accommodate the growth objectives of the security organization
Demonstrates a willingness to take on new tasks with a general attitude that no task is too small, impossible, or cannot be improved.
Champions a success-oriented, accountable environment within the organization
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent experience; advanced studies/degree preferred
12+ years related work experience
Shown professional experience with operational and organizational management, leadership of teams and enterprise-wide technology strategy
Experience with budget/cost management
Keys to Success in this Role:
Executive presence with very strong leadership attributes
Strong business acumen, analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent collaborator and fantastic teammate
A spirit for innovation and ability to work in the space of "no longer" and "not yet"
Passion for leading change and able to bring others along
Current Freddie Mac employees please apply through the internal career site.
Today, Freddie Mac makes home possible for one in four home borrowers and is one of the largest sources of financing for multifamily housing. Join our smart, creative and dedicated team and you'll do important work for the housing finance system and make a difference in the lives of others.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with differing abilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Notice to External Search Firms: Freddie Mac partners with BountyJobs for contingency search business through outside firms. Resumes received outside the BountyJobs system will be considered unsolicited and Freddie Mac will not be obligated to pay a placement fee. If interested in learning more, please visit and register with our referral code: MAC.
Time-type:Full time
Job Category:Information Technology
FLSA Status:Exempt
Freddie Mac provides anticipated base salary ranges where required by law.
Employees, contingent workers and visitors are no longer required to show proof of vaccination to be on-site. Effective January 2023, Freddie Mac's hybrid work arrangement is 3 days in the office (specifically Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday).
Position Overview:
The Information Security Senior Director - COO reports to the Senior Vice President, Chief Information Security Officer in the IT Division of Freddie Mac. This position will require solid understanding of Security competencies and functions in order to ensure that the people, processes and technologies are all operating efficiently and effectively! This position is responsible for coordinating and leading financial, operational and reporting activities for department.
Our Impact:
Drive operating model development and alignment
Deliver on key critical BAU initiatives
Assess security capabilities against the threat landscape to manage security risk
Ensure security technologies have appropriate licenses and support levels
Lead team financial and budget management
Drive product and services roadmap discussions
Your Impact:
Looks for methods to improve quality, efficiency, and productivity, reduce costs and improve control measures
Works closely to develop and/or improve systems, processes, controls, and procedures that improve the overall efficiency of the team
Works with leadership team to attract, recruit and retain talent
Collaborates with the leadership team to develop and implement plans for the operational infrastructure of systems, processes, and personnel designed to accommodate the growth objectives of the security organization
Demonstrates a willingness to take on new tasks with a general attitude that no task is too small, impossible, or cannot be improved.
Champions a success-oriented, accountable environment within the organization
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent experience; advanced studies/degree preferred
12+ years related work experience
Shown professional experience with operational and organizational management, leadership of teams and enterprise-wide technology strategy
Experience with budget/cost management
Keys to Success in this Role:
Executive presence with very strong leadership attributes
Strong business acumen, analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent collaborator and fantastic teammate
A spirit for innovation and ability to work in the space of "no longer" and "not yet"
Passion for leading change and able to bring others along
Current Freddie Mac employees please apply through the internal career site.
Today, Freddie Mac makes home possible for one in four home borrowers and is one of the largest sources of financing for multifamily housing. Join our smart, creative and dedicated team and you'll do important work for the housing finance system and make a difference in the lives of others.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with differing abilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Notice to External Search Firms: Freddie Mac partners with BountyJobs for contingency search business through outside firms. Resumes received outside the BountyJobs system will be considered unsolicited and Freddie Mac will not be obligated to pay a placement fee. If interested in learning more, please visit and register with our referral code: MAC.
Time-type:Full time
Job Category:Information Technology
FLSA Status:Exempt
Freddie Mac provides anticipated base salary ranges where required by law.
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