Cyber Emerging Threat and Purple Team, MD

Who we are looking for

Global Cybersecurity (GCS) protects State Street and its clients from the impact of cyber-attacks against systems by understanding the risks these attacks present and mitigating them through a robust, continuously evolving, cybersecurity program and control environment.

Fusion & Security Operations (F&SO) is one of five functions that make up GCS. F&SO works to provide real-time knowledge of cyber threats of today collectively to better prepare State Street for threats of tomorrow.

Why this role is important to us

The Managing Director will lead the Emerging Threats and Purple Team function within Global Cybersecurity. This role is responsible for anticipating, simulating, and mitigating advanced cyber threats through proactive threat hunting, adversary emulation, and collaborative defense exercises. The position combines strategic leadership with technical expertise to strengthen the bank’s resilience against evolving attack vectors and regulatory requirements.

What you will be responsible for

• Define and execute a global strategy for emerging threat detection and purple team operations.
• Align threat-led initiatives with enterprise risk appetite, regulatory mandates (e.g., FFIEC, OCC), and business objectives.
• Serve as the executive sponsor for threat intelligence integration and offensive security programs.

• Oversee purple team exercises combining red (attack) and blue (defense) capabilities to validate and enhance detection and response.
• Lead adversary emulation, penetration testing, and threat-led assessments across global environments.
• Ensure readiness for external regulatory penetration tests and industry-driven threat scenarios.

• Drive proactive threat hunting programs to identify advanced threats that evade traditional defenses.
• Integrate emerging threat intelligence into operational workflows and security controls.
• Collaborate with Cyber Fusion and Security Operations teams to operationalize intelligence findings.

• Maintain adherence to global cybersecurity standards and frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001).
• Partner with Lines of Defense to remediate findings from threat-led exercises and audits.
• Provide executive reporting on threat trends, program maturity, and risk posture.

What we value

These skills will help you succeed in this role

• Manage a global team of offensive security engineers, threat hunters, and intelligence analysts.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee resource planning, budgeting, and vendor engagement for specialized testing services.

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 5 years in offensive security or threat intelligence leadership roles.
• Deep expertise in adversary emulation, penetration testing, and purple team methodologies.
• Strong understanding of financial services regulatory frameworks and threat-led testing requirements.
• Relevant certifications: OSCP, OSCE, GPEN, GWAPT, plus leadership credentials like CISSP or CISM.
• Exceptional communication and executive influence skills.
• Bachelor's Degree in Cybersecurity or related technical discipline

Salary Range:

$170,000 - $282,500 Annual

The range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ.

Employees are eligible to participate in State Street’s comprehensive benefits program, which includes: our retirement savings plan (401K) with company match; insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages; paid-time off including vacation, sick leave, short term disability, and family care responsibilities; access to our Employee Assistance Program; incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards (excluding certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans); and, eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans.

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About State Street

Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.

We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.

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