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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead, Information Security - **Company:** Whitney National Bank - **Location:** New Orleans, LA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Cyber Security, Information Systems - **Published:** July 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://hancockwhitney.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Careers/job/UNO-Center---New-Orleans-LA/Lead--Information-Security_R017379 ## About the Role * Required: Associate's degree in Information Systems or relevant science degree or senior security certification (i.e. CISSP, GSE) and 6+ years related experience * An equivalent combination of education and experience is allowed ESSENTIAL MENTAL & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: * Ability to work under stress and meet deadlines * Ability to operate related equipment to perform the essential job functions * Ability to read and interpret a document if required to perform the essential job functions * Ability to travel if required to perform the essential job functions * Ability to lift/move/carry approximately 10 pounds if required to perform the essential job functions. If the employee is unable to lift/move/carry this weight and can be accommodated without causing the department/division an "undue hardship" then the employee must be accommodated; hence omitting lifting/moving/carrying as a physical requirement. ## Description Provides supervisory oversight of security controls and troubleshooting efforts of security services related to business critical applications and systems; Is highly experienced and capable of: leading project engagements, consulting business lines on the use of security technologies, managing staff, evaluating and recommending new technical and administrative controls, and providing mentoring and guidance to junior team members. Additional duties may consist of reacting to security alerts in a timely manner., * Plan, prioritize, and coordinate assignments of information security associates * Design, develop, and support various security controls as part of the overall Enterprise Security Program * Standardize, document, maintain, and automate where possible, information security controls * Ensure compliance with Hancock Whitney's policies, guidelines, and architecture; documenting exceptions * Work with other bank leaders to support the mission and core values of the bank. * Provide mentoring, guidance and training to staff of information security associates. * Perform other related job duties and special projects as assigned * Ensure that user community understands and adheres to necessary procedures to maintain security * Conduct accurate evaluation of the level of security required * Weigh business needs against security concerns and articulate issues to management * Work with auditors and examiners to assist in gathering requested information for review * Participates in continuing education to keep certifications up to date and to stay abreast of Information Security Technology Trends., May have supervisory responsibilities. 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