About Tyfone:

Tyfone, a global leader in the SaaS Digital Banking and Digital Payments sector, is redefining how the world engages with digital finance. Our solutions, nFinia, and Payfinia, empower individuals, businesses, and families to transact and interact with financial technology seamlessly and innovatively. Customers of our technology are U.S banks and credit unions.

Tyfone is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.

About the role:

We are seeking a seasoned technology executive to serve as Head of Information Security, IT Operations, and Software Engineering Process Group (SEPG). This strategic leadership role encompasses enterprise security strategy, IT infrastructure management, and software process improvement initiatives. The successful candidate will drive digital transformation while ensuring robust security postures and operational excellence across all technology domains.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Information Security Leadership

• Develop and execute comprehensive information security strategy and governance frameworks.
• Lead enterprise-wide cybersecurity risk assessment and management programs
• Oversee security architecture, policies, standards, and compliance initiatives
• Manage incident response, threat intelligence, and vulnerability management operations
• Ensure regulatory compliance (SOX, GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, FISMA, etc.)
• Direct security awareness programs and organizational culture development
• Collaborate with executive leadership on security investment priorities and risk appetite

2. IT Operations Management

• Lead cloud strategy, migration, and hybrid infrastructure management
• Manage IT service management (ITSM) and operational excellence programs
• Direct network operations, data center management, and disaster recovery planning
• Oversee IT vendor management, procurement, and contract negotiations
• Ensure high availability, performance, and scalability of critical systems
• Lead digital transformation and technology modernization initiatives
• Manage IT budget planning, resource allocation, and cost optimization

3. Software Engineering Process Group (SEPG) Leadership

• Drive software process improvement initiatives across development organizations
• Implement and maintain software engineering standards, methodologies, and best practices
• Oversee secure software development lifecycle (SSDLC) implementation
• Lead DevSecOps transformation and automation initiatives
• Establish software quality metrics, KPIs, and continuous improvement programs
• Facilitate process assessments, maturity evaluations, and optimization efforts
• Coordinate toolchain integration and development workflow enhancement

4. Strategic Leadership and Governance

• Participate in enterprise architecture and strategic technology planning
• Develop integrated annual budgets and multi-year technology roadmaps
• Report to executive leadership and board committees on technology posture
• Establish governance frameworks spanning security, IT operations, and development
• Lead organizational change management for technology transformations
• Build strategic partnerships with technology vendors and service providers

5. Team Leadership and Development

• Build and manage high-performing teams across security, IT, and process improvement
• Develop talent management strategies and succession planning
• Foster cross-functional collaboration and knowledge sharing
• Establish career development pathways and professional growth programs
• Lead cultural transformation initiatives promoting security and quality mindset

Required Qualifications:

1. Education and Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field
• Master’s degree in Technology Management, MBA, or equivalent preferred
• Professional security certifications (CISSP, CISM, CISA, CISSP) required
• IT management certifications (ITIL, PMP, COBIT) preferred
• Software process certifications (CMMI, Agile, Six Sigma) desired

2. Experience

• 12+ years of progressive technology leadership experience
• 7+ years in senior executive roles managing multiple technology disciplines
• 5+ years of hands-on information security and risk management experience
• 3+ years of IT operations and infrastructure management experience
• 3+ years of experience with software engineering process improvement
• Proven track record of leading large-scale digital transformation initiatives

3. Technical Expertise

• Deep understanding of cybersecurity frameworks, technologies, and threat landscapes
• Extensive experience with IT infrastructure, cloud platforms, and hybrid environments
• Knowledge of software development methodologies and DevSecOps practices
• Experience with enterprise architecture and technology strategy development
• Familiarity with emerging technologies (AI/ML, IoT, blockchain, quantum computing)
• Understanding of data governance, privacy, and regulatory compliance requirements

4. Leadership and Business Skills

• Exceptional communication and executive presence
• Strong financial acumen and budget management experience
• Proven ability to drive organizational change and transformation
• Experience building and leading high-performance teams
• Strategic thinking and business alignment capabilities
• Crisis management and business continuity experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in regulated industries with complex compliance requirements
• Background in software development or engineering disciplines
• International or multi-site technology operations experience
• Merger and acquisition technology integration experience
• Board-level reporting and presentation experience
• Advanced degree in relevant technology or business discipline