Information Security Manager

About Us: 

Piermont Bank is a commercial bank with a mission to serve growth companies. We are entrepreneur-led and tech-forward. We believe in being a partner for enterprising companies, acting as a catalyst for mid-market innovation and growth. Piermont’s financial solutions and expertise empower our business community to thrive. At Piermont, we are purpose-driven, practical, and offer fast answers and flexible solutions, creating value for clients in today’s fast-changing economy. For more information, visit www.piermontbank.com.

The Role:

The Information Security Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining the bank’s information security program to protect sensitive data, systems, and infrastructure. This role ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, manages risk, and leads initiatives to safeguard the bank against cyber threats. The Information Security Manager will collaborate with IT, risk, and business teams to promote a culture of security awareness and drive continuous improvement in security practices.

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and manage information security policies, procedures, and controls.
• Perform initial and annual due diligence on critical vendors and BaaS Third Party vendors.
• Monitor and respond to security incidents, vulnerabilities, and threats.
• Conduct risk assessments, security audits, and compliance reviews.
• Provide strategic risk guidance for IT projects, including the evaluation and recommendation of technical controls.Lead security awareness training and education programs for employees.
• Collaborate with IT and business units to ensure secure system architecture and data protection.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory requirements (e.g., FFIEC, GLBA) and ensure ongoing compliance.
• Prepare reports for senior management on security posture, incidents, and risk mitigation activities.
• Manage relationships with external vendors, auditors, and regulatory agencies.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field; relevant certifications (CISSP, CISM, or similar) strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in information security, preferably within banking or financial services.
• Strong knowledge of security frameworks, regulatory requirements, and risk management practices.
• Experience with security technologies, incident response, and vulnerability management.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities.
• High ethical standards and commitment to confidentiality and compliance.

The hiring range for this position is $140,000 to $175,000 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors. A bonus and/or incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, dental, vision, 401k, and other benefits.

Piermont Bank is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, political affiliation, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.