Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 10+ years of experience in Information Security, Security Architecture, Application Security, Infrastructure Security, or Cybersecurity Engineering.
• Experience participating in technology projects and implementing security controls.
• Strong understanding of network security, cloud security, identity and access management, application security, and infrastructure security.
• Experience performing security risk assessments and architecture reviews.
• Familiarity with financial services security requirements and regulatory expectations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams without direct authority.
• Experience in banking or financial services.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity and regulatory frameworks including NIST Cybersecurity Framework (NIST CSF), NIST 800-53, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, New York DFS Cybersecurity Regulation (23 NYCRR Part 500), SEC cybersecurity requirements, NFA cybersecurity requirements, FFIEC Guidelines, EU DORA (Digital Operational Resilience Act), SWIFT Customer Security Controls Framework (CSCF), FedLine security requirements, CHIPS-related security requirements, and CRI Profile, or similar frameworks.
• Experience reviewing cloud architectures (Azure, AWS, or GCP).
• Knowledge of AI security, third-party risk, and secure software development practices.
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, GCSA, CCSK, CSSLP, SANS certifications (GWEB) and others.
• Strong competencies in Security Architecture, Project Security Governance, Risk Assessment, Application Security, Infrastructure Security, Cloud Security, Regulatory Compliance, Security Control Validation, Stakeholder Management, Analytical Thinking, Problem Solving, and Communication & Collaboration
• Spanish proficiency is a plus

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

With respect to this position in our New York Office, the expected base salary ranges from $185,000 to $200,000. It is not typical for offers to be made at or near the top of the range. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.

*Employment eligibility to work with BBVA in the U.S. is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions

Legal requirements

It is not typical for offers to be made at or near the top of the range. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.

Pay Transparency Policy Statement

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information (41 C.F.R. 60-1.35 (c)).

Individuals with Disabilities

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EEO Statement

BBVA USA, BBVA Securities Inc., and BBVA S.A. New York Branch have a firm and unwavering policy to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, ethnic origin, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, nationality, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition, protected veteran status, or any other status or classification protected by federal, state or local law. This policy includes all job groups, classifications and organizational units. With regard to employment, this policy extends to applicants and covers our recruiting, hiring, promotion, transfer, demotion, discipline, termination, benefits, compensation and training practices as well as social and recreational activities.

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