Head of Edge Security

Global Risk and Security (GR&S) at Vanguard enables business strategy, protects client and Vanguard interests (e.g., assets and data), and stewards a strong risk culture. Our teams leverage enterprise-wide insights, deep expertise , and trusted advice so that across Vanguard leaders and crew drive faster, stronger, risk-informed decisions.

Within GR&S, the Enterprise Security and Fraud (ES&F) sub-division is responsible for the global protection of Vanguard crew, property, data, and client assets. We are the trusted advisors that protect the pride of Vanguard with state-of-the-art security and fraud capabilities. We are a world-class destination of highly engaged, passionate, and diverse talent expected to continuously learn and develop in an ever-changing security landscape.

Our crew are our greatest resource - by joining our team you will build collaborative long-term relationships and enjoy a suite of benefits that includes comprehensive health and wellness care, work-life balance, and an investment in your future at its core.

Job Description Summary

We are seeking a seasoned and strategic Infrastructure and Application Security Manager to build and manage a high-performing team to support cybersecurity and mission critical business domains. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader with deep technical expertise in infrastructure and application security technologies with a passion to mentor engineering talent.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead and manage security engineering crew of 5-10 direct reports.
• Influence the design, development and optimization of infrastructure and application security solutions.
• Engineer and deliver infrastructure and application security solutions to provide holistic coverage of internet edge ( e.g. WAF, Traffic mirroring, AppSec hygiene, Hardened App Stacks)
• Demonstrate engineering excellence through continuous improvements with a focus on resiliency, cost and security.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver on engineering outcomes and security goals.
• Champion Agile/Scrum practices to ensure delivery excellence.
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive and growth-oriented engineering culture.
• Hire, evaluate, and supervise crew. Provide guidance and training as necessary to develop crew. Set performance standards, review performance, and make informed compensation decisions in accordance with all applicable Human Resources policies and procedures.
• Work closely with management to develop and implement staffing and operational plans. Effectively leverage various staffing options and manage a global workforce. Participate in the development of short and long term department goals. Monitor and report on service delivery metrics and overall performance.
• Present status, metrics, and department initiatives at meetings with management and project peers. Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders to provide long-term collaborations and deliver successful business outcomes.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 10+ years of experience managing engineering teams in cybersecurity or mission critical business domains.
• 8+ years of experience in cloud technologies, especially Amazon Web Services (AWS).
• In depth knowledge of infrastructure and security solutions with a deep technical understanding of security principles.
• Experience with WAF, Traffic mirroring , AppSec hygiene , Hardened App Stacks.
• Understanding of compute , storage and networking concepts as applied in the cloud.
• Experience with scripting languages and a SRE mindset.
• Proven ability to mentor and grow engineering talent.
• Knowledge of Azure and Google Cloud Platform is a plus.
• Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience. Graduate degree preferre d

Preferred Certifications/Degree:

• Undergraduate or Graduate d egree in Information Security or Cybersecurity or CISSP
• AWS Certified Security / Advanced Networking / Solutions Architect

Special Factors

Sponsorship
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission-we're on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.