Manager Of Security Operations And Engineering

Are you a cybersecurity leader who loves both strategy and rolling up your sleeves? Do you enjoy mentoring teams, outsmarting threats, and building security programs? If so, we'd love to talk.

Consumers Credit Union is seeking a Manager of Security Operations & Engineering to lead our cybersecurity function and help protect our people, systems, and members. This role blends technical leadership, hands-on security expertise, and people management-perfect for someone who thrives at the intersection of technology, risk, and teamwork.

Location/Schedule:

• Hybrid schedule with 3 days/week at our corporate office in Lake Forest, IL.
• Local Northern IL/Southeast WI candidates only!

Responsibilities include:

• Lead day-to-day cybersecurity operations, including threat monitoring, incident response, and SOC coordination
• Manage and optimize security platforms across both cloud and on-prem environments
• Oversee vulnerability scanning, patch tracking, and remediation in collaboration with infrastructure and enterprise systems teams
• Direct application security initiatives, including:
• SAST/DAST tool integration
• WAF tuning
• SaaS and API risk evaluation
• Partnering with development teams on secure coding and design
• Manage physical security technologies such as badge access systems and video surveillance
• Mentor, coach, and manage a team of security engineers and analysts across infrastructure, security operations, and application security
• Align security engineering and operational processes with internal policies, compliance requirements, and organizational risk objectives
• Plan team workloads, support onboarding, guide career development, and create an engaging, collaborative team environment

This role evolves as threats and technologies change-flexibility and curiosity are key.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in information systems with security responsibilities
• 2+ years of people management experience
• CISSP and/ or CISM certifications- Preferred
• Ability to effectively communicate with colleagues and collaborate with others across the organization
• We're looking for a leader who balances technical depth with strong communication and people skills

At Consumers Credit Union, we take security seriously-but we also value collaboration, growth, and building an environment where people enjoy the work they do. You'll have the opportunity to make a real impact, lead a talented team, and help shape the future of our cybersecurity program.

Compensation:

The annual salary range for this role is $103,391 to $165,428. This role is eligible for an annual bonus opportunity. A specific salary offer considers factors including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the salary range and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

Consumers Credit Union provides eligible employees an opportunity to participate in our medical (High Deductible, HMO and PPO), dental, vision, spending accounts, short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance and other plans effective date of hire. You will be eligible to participate in the 401(k) savings plan at any time. You will be automatically enrolled in the pension plan following six months of employment and 1,000 hours of service and reaching age 20.

For more information about benefit offerings, please visit our careers page: https://www.myconsumers.org/about/what-we-do/careers

Why Consumers Credit Union (CCU)?

We offer a collaborative culture, competitive benefits, and opportunities for growth. Join us and make an impact in a mission-driven organization that values innovation and people-first leadership. Founded in 1930 and headquartered in Lake Forest, IL, CCU has $4.3 billion in assets and serves more than 272,000 members, making it one of the largest credit unions in the state. CCU believes that nobody needs banks on every corner, but everyone needs people who are in their corner. We've been recognized as a Great Place to Work multiple years in a row, and we're committed to growing both our business and our people. To learn more, visit myconsumers.org

Equal Opportunity Employer

CCU complies with the requirements and spirit of the law in the implementation of all facets of equal opportunity in employment. There will be no discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, age, national origin, citizenship, disability, genetic information, military status (including unfavorable discharge from the military), criminal or arrest history (unless job related), crime victim status, or any other protected characteristic in the recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, termination, or any other employment actions or term and condition of employment. CCU complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which CCU has facilities.

We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please contact our Human Resources team at: HR_Dept@myconsumers.org or 877-275-2228.