Cybersecurity Strategic Initiatives Lead at M&T Bank

Buffalo, New York, United States

M&T Bank Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Banking, Financial ServicesIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 5 years’ relevant work experience, or in lieu of a degree, a combined minimum of 9 years’ higher education and/or work experience, including a minimum of 5 years’ relevant work experience
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Strong ability to lead teams
  • Excellent project management skills
  • Strong analytical ability
  • Creative problem-solving skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills necessary for business partner relationships within and outside the organization
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to communicate professionally at many different levels
  • Self-motivated
  • Results-driven
  • Well-organized
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks and work under time constraints in support of various assignments
  • Proficient with personal computers and pertinent spreadsheet, database, graphing, and presentation software

Responsibilities

  • Lead efforts to define scope/approach for department initiatives
  • Direct and monitor resources
  • Responsible on an individual basis for directing complex, critical, and highly visible projects for the division
  • Provide analytical expertise to support initiatives that may include planning, design and analysis of results, presenting content at various governance functions, development of comprehensive content and materials, analysis of complex data sets, or analysis/optimization of data structures
  • Consider stakeholder perspectives, address objections, help develop solutions, and drive action
  • Interact with senior management (internal/external) to obtain pertinent information
  • Directly or indirectly manage staff
  • Understand and adhere to the Company’s risk and regulatory standards, policies and controls in accordance with the Company’s Risk Appetite
  • Identify risk-related issues needing escalation to management
  • Promote an environment that supports belonging and reflects the M&T Bank brand
  • Maintain M&T internal control standards, including timely implementation of internal and external audit points together with any issues raised by external regulators as applicable
  • Complete other related duties as assigned

Skills

Cybersecurity
Risk Management
Project Management
Data Analysis
Stakeholder Management
Regulatory Compliance
Leadership

M&T Bank

Full-service banking for individuals and businesses

About M&T Bank

M&T Bank provides a variety of banking services to individuals, small businesses, and larger companies. Their offerings include mortgage assistance, personal and business checking accounts, and mobile banking options. The bank primarily operates in the Northeastern and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States, emphasizing community engagement and a focus on customer service. M&T Bank's business model is based on traditional banking practices, such as loans, deposits, and investment products, and it generates revenue through interest income and service fees. A key aspect that sets M&T Bank apart from its competitors is its commitment to community involvement, which includes allowing employees to volunteer and supporting local organizations. The recent merger with United Bank, N.A. has further expanded their services and market presence.

Buffalo, New YorkHeadquarters
1993Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Financial ServicesIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Competition from fintechs could erode M&T Bank's market share among tech-savvy customers.
Integration challenges from the United Bank merger may disrupt operations.
Decreased prime rate could reduce interest income, impacting profitability.

Differentiation

M&T Bank emphasizes community engagement through its charitable foundation and volunteer programs.
The bank offers a wide range of traditional and digital banking services.
Recent merger with United Bank, N.A. expands M&T's market reach and service offerings.

Upsides

M&T Bank's $1.5 billion senior notes offering strengthens its financial position.
Decreased prime rate may attract more borrowers, increasing loan volume.
Shannon Lazare's appointment as New Jersey Regional President enhances local community engagement.

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