Information Security Specialist (Information Technology)
Wintrust is a financial holding company with approximately $62 billion in assets whose common stock is traded on the NASDAQ Global Select Market. Guided by its “Different Approach, Better Results” philosophy, Wintrust offers the sophisticated resources of a large bank while providing a community banking experience to each customer. Wintrust operates more than 200 retail banking locations through 16 community bank subsidiaries in the greater Chicago, southern Wisconsin, west Michigan, northwest Indiana, and southwest Florida market areas. In addition, Wintrust operates various non-bank business units, providing residential mortgage origination, wealth management, commercial and life insurance premium financing, short-term accounts receivable financing/outsourced administrative services to the temporary staffing services industry, and qualified intermediary services for tax-deferred exchanges. Our unique business model is a competitive strength and value driver, powered by our talented colleagues who put our customers first and achieve better results for our clients.
Why join us?
An award-winning culture! We are rated a Top Workplace by the Chicago Tribune (past 11 years) and Employee Recommended award by the Globe & Mail (past 6 years)
Competitive pay and discretionary or incentive bonus eligible
Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life, a 401k plan with a generous company match and tuition reimbursement to name a few
Promote from within culture
Why join this team?
This position has the opportunity to interface with and have a positive impact on multiple areas of Wintrust's business
We hold ourselves accountable to high standards, share wins, operate ethically, and have fun
Position Overview
The Information Security Specialist works with the Information Security Sr Manager to provide operational support for the coordination and execution of Wintrust's Identity & Access Management program. Focuses of this position are on projects and day-to-day operational support of Identity and Access Management (IAM) technologies. The position also assists in the performance of various IAM department efforts, metrics reporting, communication initiatives, and security projects. This position requires the ability to effectively collaborate within his/her department and across broad parts of the organization.
What You'll Do
Responsible for assisting the IAM engineering department with daily operational support for all IAM technologies.
Responsible for documenting and assisting in completing IAM project business requirements.
Responsible for collaborating with the IAM leaders and all lines-of-business leaders to manage and monitor projects and documenting performance.
Responsible for the creation, maintenance, and deployment of IAM related information, policies, standards, and training.
Responsible for the performance of organization of assigned business tasks.
Responsible for other duties and responsibilities as assigned based on Wintrust's needs.
Qualifications
Demonstrated experience working on multiple programs or projects with conflicting deadlines
Knowledgeable and experienced in performing within a business team
Flexibility and adaptability to changing needs and demands dictated by business and requirements
Must be self-directed, have excellent initiative and organizational skills
Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills
Benefits
Medical Insurance • Dental • Vision • Life insurance • Accidental death and dismemberment • Short-term and long-term Disability Insurance • Parental Leave • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Traditional and Roth 401(k) with company match • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) • Employee Stock Purchase Plan at 5% discount • Critical Illness Insurance • Accident Insurance • Transportation and Commuting Benefits • Banking Benefits • Pet Insurance
Compensation
The estimated salary range for this role is $85,000.00 - $110,000.00, along with eligibility to earn an annual bonus. Actual salaries may vary based on several factors, such as a candidate's qualifications, skills and experience.
#LI-Hybrid
From our first day in business, Wintrust has been proud to serve a variety of unique communities and people from all walks of life. To be Chicago's Bank® and Wisconsin's Bank®, we need to reflect that diversity both in all the communities we serve, the people we employ, the organizations we work with, and our banking and lending practices. Wintrust Financial Corporation, including community banking and financial services subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran or any other characteristic protected by law.
