Global Director - Vulnerability Management & Security Configuration - Limerick

Key Responsibilities

• Strategy & Transformation
  • Define and drive the global strategy for vulnerability management and security configuration across all infrastructure (on-premises, cloud, remote, and global business lines)
  • Transition capabilities from legacy systems to AI-driven systems, including:
    • Threat Prioritization
    • Automated remediation
    • Threat-level screening
  • Align with CISO priorities and enterprise risk objectives
• Program Delivery
  • Design and lead a global vulnerability management program, including:
    • Process, tooling automation, and governance
    • Security Reporting and Evidence Collection
    • Vulnerability Lifecycle Management
    • Threat Prioritization and Exploitability
    • Asset inventory and external visibility
    • Define enterprise-wide policies and remediation standards
• Security Configuration
  • Define and enforce enterprise hardening policies
  • Drive governance, including exception management and SLA enforcement

Requirements

• Proven experience in cybersecurity with deep expertise in vulnerability management and security operations
• A passion for building systems and scaling enterprise programs
• Strong background in:
  • AI-driven / cloud / cloud security
  • Configuration Management and Hardening
  • Tech-driven intelligence (automation-focused)
• Proven track record in leading large-scale transformation initiatives

Work Authorization

• Applicants must be authorized to work in Ireland at the time of application and for the duration of their employment.
• Please note that Northern Trust is unable to provide employment-based sponsorship for this role. This includes valid work authorization permits, student employment visas, graduate trainee employment permits, Stamp 4/5 employment, and other employment permits under Irish immigration laws.