What are the responsibilities and job description for the Information Cybersecurity Manager position at Jefferson Capital Systems?
Company Information
Founded in 2002, Jefferson Capital (NASDAQ: JCAP) is an analytically driven purchaser and servicer of delinquent consumer accounts. With over two decades of experience in the consumer finance industry, we partner with major banks, auto lenders, fintech platforms, credit card issuers, utilities, and telecommunication companies.
Headquartered in Minneapolis, MN, with multiple offices in the U.S., Canada, Colombia, and the U.K., Jefferson Capital maintains a global presence focused on delivering compliant, data-backed solutions. Our commitment to integrity, respect, and fairness is central to how we operate, helping hundreds of thousands of consumers regain financial stability while protecting creditor interests. We are a solutions provider focused on innovative, compliant, and ethically grounded performance that focuses first on listening to the clients and consumers with whom we partner and serve.
Job Summary
Jefferson Capital Systems is seeking candidates for an Information Cybersecurity Manager. In today's ever-growing threat landscape, you will be an integral member of the IT Team providing security concepts and best practices throughout multiple Business Lines, IT, InfoSec, and DevOps across multiple locations/geographies. He/She will play a significant role in maintaining industry certifications and collaborating on new business or technology initiatives and ensuring the protection of the data entrusted to us.
What does a typical day look like?
- Oversee and participate in day-to-day operations of the IT/Info Sec department by training, coaching, communicating expectations and developing personal growth of employees
- Work with senior and peer IT Management to develop short- and long-term plans consistent with company objectives
- Maintain and strengthen IT Security initiatives including ISO 27001, Risk Management, Cloud Security, GDPR, Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery, Asset and Data Classification, and System Hardening
- Leverage security tools such as SIEM, EDR, Vulnerability scanners to monitor and secure our environments
- Assist with the planning, execution, evidence gathering, and remediation of internal/external audits and compliance activities, such as Penetration Tests, Client Security Questionnaires, IT Compliance Audits
- Maintain internal/external compliance against information security policies and procedures by completing internal control reviews and risk assessments. This includes identifying and communicating control gaps, proposing action plans for remediation, and reporting on the completion of tasks
- Participate/ensure security controls and best practices are available and maintained in DevOps
- Facilitate internal phishing campaigns, security announcements, security awareness trainings, and security exception processes
- Assist in maturing the overall IT/Cyber Security programs while aligning with security frameworks
What qualifications are required for this position?
- 5 plus years' experience in IT, Information Cybersecurity and/or related Technology fields
- Functional knowledge of Security Frameworks such as ISO 27001, PCI, SANS, NIST, CIS, GDPR, OWASP Top 10
- Working experience of creating and maintaining operational effectiveness of IT Controls
- In-depth understanding of security tools such as vulnerability scanning, firewalls, IDS/IPS, patch management, EDR, and SIEM
- Hands-on experience with security tools, conducting security audits, and performing security investigations
- Strong communication skills and the ability to be influential through both written and verbal interactions with a variety of audiences
- Proven ability to work independently and as a member of a team
- Ability to maintain productivity while multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment
- Industry accepted Information Security Certifications are a plus!
Why join us? At Jefferson Capital, we're committed to supporting your career growth every step of the way. We offer full support and career development resources to help you expand your skills, enhance your expertise, and reach your professional potential. You'll be part of a diverse and inclusive community where your voice is valued, and innovation is encouraged. Our generous rewards plan covers health, financial well-being, work/life balance, and career benefits, ensuring that you're supported both personally and professionally.
Ready to lead with us? Apply now to be part of a team that's committed to making work better for everyone!
Jefferson Capital is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, political affiliation, or any other legally protected status.
Final candidates will be subject to background checks, which may include criminal, credit, and professional reference verifications, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
Jefferson Capital is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please contact our Human Resources Team at (320) 229-8540.
We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.