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Senior Manager, Vulnerability Management & Unified Security Posture (USP)

1 month ago Charlotte, NC

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Team Development

  • Build and scale multiple teams, recruiting top talent and fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and collaboration.
  • Provide coaching, mentorship, and career development opportunities to managers and engineers across the organization.
  • Establish clear goals, performance measures, and operational practices that align with enterprise security objectives.

Program Execution

  • Oversee end-to-end vulnerability management processes, ensuring timely identification, assessment, and remediation of risks.
  • Lead the integration of security data and posture metrics into enterprise reporting and decision frameworks.
  • Own key security platforms, ensuring they are implemented effectively, maintained properly, and leveraged by partner teams.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with product, engineering, and operations leaders to align security posture efforts with delivery priorities.

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Strategic Influence & Reporting

  • Translate technical risk into clear business impact and communicate effectively with executive stakeholders.
  • Provide regular updates on program status, posture trends, and improvement initiatives.
  • Partner with enterprise risk management functions to ensure alignment with regulatory and industry frameworks.
  • Champion initiatives that drive cultural adoption of secure development and risk-aware engineering practices.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related discipline (advanced degree preferred).
  • 10+ years of progressive experience in security engineering, vulnerability management, or related fields.
  • 5+ years of leadership experience managing technical teams.
  • Proven track record of building, scaling, and leading multiple teams in complex enterprise environments.
  • Strong understanding of modern vulnerability management practices, secure development principles, and security posture platforms.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence both technical and executive audiences.

Preferred Experience:

  • Experience owning enterprise-scale security platforms or posture management programs.
  • Familiarity with cloud-native environments, modern application architectures, and DevOps/DevSecOps practices.
  • Knowledge of relevant regulatory frameworks and industry standards (e.g., NIST CSF, ISO 27001, FFIEC).
  • Demonstrated ability to deliver measurable security improvements and risk reduction outcomes.

What We Offer:

  • An opportunity to establish and lead a flagship security capability.
  • A collaborative environment that values innovation and empowers leaders to drive change.
  • Competitive compensation, benefits, and professional growth opportunities.

Special Factors

Sponsorship
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission-we're on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.

Client-provided location(s): Charlotte, NC, Dallas, TX, Malvern, PA
Job ID: Vanguard-171087
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-10-01T20:23:48

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • Pet Insurance
  • Parental Benefits

    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Company Outings
    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Paid Holidays
    • Paid Vacation
    • Volunteer Time Off
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Relocation Assistance
    • Performance Bonus
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • 401(K)
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Internship Program
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Leadership Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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