Chief Information Security Officer

Jericho, New York
Kimco Realty Corporation

Chief Information Security Officer page is loaded Chief Information Security Officer Apply locations Jericho, NY time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id R82-2023

The future is bright, and we’re looking for smart, capable and driven people who will share our values and flourish at Kimco – North America’s largest publicly traded owner and operator of open-air, grocery-anchored shopping centers and mixed-used assets.

Kimco is seeking a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to play a critical role in safeguarding the company’s sensitive information, intellectual property, and customer data. Reporting to the CEO, the CISO is responsible for developing and implementing robust information security strategies, policies, and procedures, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and standards, and proactively identifying and mitigating cybersecurity risks.

Requirements:

• Seasoned professional with vast relevant experience in the information security industry including a deep understanding of financial technology, regulatory compliance, infrastructure and best practice standards, and a track record of successfully leading information security initiatives in a high-growth environment

• Able to build and maintain productive relationships with senior executives and management, influence effectively, and gain buy-in for ideas

• Exceptional communication and leadership skills to engage with and influence the culture and perception of business leaders across the organization

• Track record of previously faced challenging situations

• Experience as a hands-on and technical chief information security officer with direct experience developing security functions, mitigating critical security risks, and implementing security technologies, education, and policies

• Proven track record of driving high performance in their current team

• Experience recruiting, building, and leading best-in-class security teams

• Proven to assess threat and vulnerability from a business and technical perspective

• Ability to develop and champion appropriate, effective, and timely security architectures and solutions that support the business

• Can operate within a direct environment, not afraid to voice their opinion, but equally able to collaborate and be open to other points of view

• Exceptional ability to champion security internally and externally through strong interpersonal, collaboration, communication, presentation and networking skills

• Strong people management and coaching skills, able to mentor and develop staff, a team player

Other Qualifications:

• 10+ years relevant professional experience running an information security function including analyzing and applying information security risk, risk management, and privacy practices

• Proven experience working with regulatory compliance frameworks such as NIST CSF or CIS and extensive experience in strategic planning, budgeting, and allocation

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent training / experience in information technology with advanced education / certifications in cybersecurity

The expected salary range for this position is between $225,000 and $300,000. The actual compensation will be based on factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, market and business considerations and other factors permitted by law.

Kimco Realty is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

About US

Kimco’s mission is to create destinations for everyday living that inspire a sense of community and deliver value to our many stakeholders.

Kimco Realty (NYSE:KIM) is a real estate investment trust (REIT) headquartered in Jericho, N.Y. that is North America’s largest publicly traded owner and operator of open-air, grocery-anchored shopping centers, and a growing portfolio of mixed-use assets. The company’s portfolio is primarily concentrated in the first-ring suburbs of the top major metropolitan markets, including those in high-barrier-to-entry coastal markets and rapidly expanding Sun Belt cities, with a tenant mix focused on essential, necessity-based goods and services that drive multiple shopping trips per week.

Kimco Realty is also committed to leadership in environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues and is a recognized industry leader in these areas. The company, which completed a holding company reorganization on January 1, 2023 to an Umbrella Partnership REIT (“UPREIT”), is publicly traded on the NYSE since 1991, included in the S&P 500 Index, and has specialized in shopping center ownership, management, acquisitions, and value enhancing redevelopment activities for more than 60 years. As of December 31, 2022, the company owned interests in 532 U.S. shopping centers and mixed-use assets comprising 91 million square feet of gross leasable space.