Vice President – Software Engineering, Security and Operations

1 Month ago • All levels • Software Development & Engineering • $193,000 PA - $303,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

As the Vice President of Software Engineering, Security and Operations, you will lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of software solutions, focusing on operational efficiency and security resilience. You'll be responsible for defining and implementing a comprehensive security and operations strategy, ensuring compliance, managing risks, and optimizing operational processes. You will collaborate with various teams to integrate security into the software development lifecycle and manage a team of engineers. Your role involves responding to incidents, driving automation, and overseeing vendor standards, ultimately contributing to the company's goals. This role requires a strategic approach to drive excellence in security and operational performance.
Must have:
  • Experience leading Security Engineering and IT Operations teams.
  • Deep knowledge of security frameworks and DevSecOps methodologies.
  • Experience in running high-availability environments and responding to threats.
  • Solid understanding of cloud infrastructure and application security.
  • Ability to align diverse teams and influence decision-making.
Perks:
  • An inclusive culture that reflects core values.
  • Opportunity to make an impact and develop professionally.
  • Competitive compensation and benefits programs.
  • Engaging, people-first work environment.

Job Details

FICO (NYSE: FICO) is a leading global analytics software company, helping businesses in 100+ countries make better decisions. Join our world-class team today and fulfill your career potential!

The Opportunity

"As the Vice President of Software Security and Operations Engineering, you will lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of software solutions that address both operational efficiency and security resilience. Applying DevSecOps principles, your leadership will be critical in shaping a scalable, secure, and seamless platform experience that empowers customers and internal teams. As a core member of the Engineering Leadership, you will collaborate with Engineering, Product Management, Architecture, Cybersecurity, and Global Technology Services (GTS) to deliver an innovative, unified product experience that drives usability, accessibility, and reliability. Additionally, you will take ownership of resolving high-priority operational and security issues—ensuring swift resolution, root cause analysis, and long-term process improvements." - Chief Product and Technology officer

What You’ll Contribute

  • Define and champion a comprehensive security and operations strategy aligned with business objectives.

  • Establish measurable goals to drive excellence in security posture, system availability, and operational performance.

  • Design and implement scalable, proactive security architectures and controls.

  • Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and manage enterprise-wide risk assessments, vulnerability management, and audit readiness.

  • Optimize end-to-end operational processes for system reliability, high availability, and performance.

  • Implement continuous improvement methodologies to drive operational maturity and innovation.

  • Develop and lead robust incident response plans and disaster recovery strategies.

  • Ensure quick resolution and minimal disruption from security breaches or operational failures.

  • Partner with product, engineering, and executive teams to embed security and operations into all aspects of the software development lifecycle and product roadmap.

  • Promote a culture of shared accountability and secure-by-design principles.

  • Evaluate and adopt emerging security technologies and operational tools to keep the organization ahead of threats and inefficiencies.

  • Drive automation and intelligence across platforms to enhance observability and threat detection.

  • Oversee the security and operational standards of third-party vendors and partners.

  • Ensure contractual compliance and enforce robust governance practices.

  • Build and lead a world-class team of Software Security and Operations Engineers.

  • Foster a high-performing culture focused on learning, ownership, and continuous improvement.

What We’re Seeking

  • Extensive experience leading Security Engineering, InfoSec, and IT Operations teams, with a focus on enterprise platforms, microservices, and APIs.

  • Deep knowledge of security frameworks, compliance standards, risk management, and DevSecOps methodologies.

  • Demonstrated success in running high-availability environments, optimizing operations, and responding to security threats.

  • Solid understanding of cloud infrastructure, application security, network security, and data protection.

  • Ability to align diverse teams, influence decision-making, and foster cross-functional relationships.

  • Strong problem-solving skills with a pragmatic approach to complex technical and business challenges.

  • Skilled in presenting to executive leadership, communicating risks, and framing strategic investments. 

Our Offer to You

  • An inclusive culture strongly reflecting our core values:  Act Like an Owner, Delight Our Customers and Earn the Respect of Others.

  • The opportunity to make an impact and develop professionally by leveraging your unique strengths and participating in valuable learning experiences.

  • Highly competitive compensation, benefits and rewards programs that encourage you to bring your best every day and be recognized for doing so.

  • An engaging, people-first work environment offering work/life balance, employee resource groups, and social events to promote interaction and camaraderie.

  • The targeted base pay range for this role is: $193,000 to $303,000 with this range reflecting differences in candidate knowledge, skills and experience.
     

Why Make a Move to FICO?

At FICO, you can develop your career with a leading organization in one of the fastest-growing fields in technology today – Big Data analytics.  You’ll play a part in our commitment to help businesses use data to improve every choice they make, using advances in artificial intelligence, machine learning, optimization, and much more.


FICO makes a real difference in the way businesses operate worldwide:

•    Credit Scoring — FICO® Scores are used by 90 of the top 100 US lenders.

•    Fraud Detection and Security — 4 billion payment cards globally are protected by FICO fraud systems.

•    Lending — 3/4 of US mortgages are approved using the FICO Score.

Global trends toward digital transformation have created tremendous demand for FICO’s solutions, placing us among the world’s top 100 software companies by revenue. We help many of the world’s largest banks, insurers, retailers, telecommunications providers and other firms reach a new level of success. Our success is dependent on really talented people – just like you – who thrive on the collaboration and innovation that’s nurtured by a diverse and inclusive environment. We’ll provide the support you need, while ensuring you have the freedom to develop your skills and grow your career.  Join FICO and help change the way business thinks!

Learn more about how you can fulfil your potential at www.fico.com/Careers

FICO promotes a culture of inclusion and seeks to attract a diverse set of candidates for each job opportunity. We are an equal employment opportunity employer and we’re proud to offer employment and advancement opportunities to all candidates without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. Research has shown that women and candidates from underrepresented communities may not apply for an opportunity if they don’t meet all stated qualifications. While our qualifications are clearly related to role success, each candidate’s profile is unique and strengths in certain skill and/or experience areas can be equally effective. If you believe you have many, but not necessarily all, of the stated qualifications we encourage you to apply.

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