VP IT Cyber Security

US, Nevada

The SHOW comes alive at MGM Resorts International

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work in a place full of excitement, diversity, and entertainment? Are you enthusiastic about being a team player in one of the most fascinating industries in the world? At MGM Resorts, we seek individuals like YOU to create unique and show-stopping experiences for our guests.

THE JOB:
The Vice President of Cyber Defense is responsible for developing, maintaining, and evolving cybersecurity processes that protect MGMRI’s business operations and product development initiatives. Reporting to the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), this role serves as the primary cybersecurity advisor across multiple business units, ensuring alignment with organizational risk and resilience goals. The VP actively supports incident response efforts, leading remediation actions and producing detailed reports that include root cause analysis and recommendations to prevent future occurrences, thereby strengthening the company’s overall cyber defense posture.

THE DAY-TO-DAY:

• Design and implement cybersecurity processes and procedures to protect MGMRI’s operations and product development.

• Conduct advanced investigations into cyber incidents, including fraud, identity theft, data breaches, intrusions, and organized cybercrime.

• Stay current on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and trends to ensure proactive defense strategies.

• Prioritize threat analysis based on risk and coordinate with internal teams to ensure appropriate response and communication.

• Serve as the primary cybersecurity subject matter expert, advising stakeholders across the organization.

• Lead incident response activities, including root cause analysis, containment, remediation, and post-incident reporting.

• Manage internal and external notifications based on escalation protocols and alert priorities.

• Collaborate closely with IT, legal, compliance, and business units to align cybersecurity efforts with organizational objectives.

• Continuously enhance incident response capabilities through training, process improvements, and lessons learned.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, electronic engineering, business administration, or a related field.

• 6+ years of experience in or with cybersecurity teams of similar size and mission to MGMRI.

• Master’s degree in a related field.

• Strong understanding of cybersecurity infrastructure, tools, and technologies, including network security architecture and traffic analysis.

• Demonstrated success managing security events, alerts, incidents, and threats.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex security concepts to diverse audiences.

• Professional certifications such as CISSP, GCIH, GIAC, ISC2, or ISACA (preferred); experience with legal and compliance requirements in cybersecurity is a plus.

THE PERKS & BENEFITS:

• Wellness incentive programs to help you stay healthy physically and mentally

• Access to company hotel, food and beverage, retail, and entertainment discounts as well as discounts with company partners on things like travel, electronics, online shopping, and more

• Free meals in our employee dining room

• Free parking 

• Health & Income Protection benefits (for eligible employees)

• Professional and personal development through programs and networking opportunities as well as volunteer opportunities in the community

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