Global Head of Security Detection and Response - ing

Global Head of Security Detection and Response

As Global Head of Security Detection & Response (SDR), you will lead one of the most critical cybersecurity capabilities within ING’s Global CISO organization. At a time when cyber threats are becoming more sophisticated, regulatory expectations are increasing, and digital transformation continues to accelerate, you will play a pivotal role in protecting ING, its customers, and its reputation. You will shape the future of threat detection and response by driving innovation, leveraging advanced technologies such as AI and machine learning, and ensuring the bank can rapidly identify, contain, and recover from cybersecurity threats and incidents. This is a unique opportunity to influence ING’s global security strategy while leading a highly visible function at the forefront of cyber defense.

Your role and work environment:

The Team

Security Detection & Response (SDR) is a key delivery tribe within Global CISO, responsible for safeguarding ING against an ever-evolving cyber threat landscape. The team brings together expertise across Detection Monitoring & Models, Next-Gen AI-Driven Detection, and the Security Operations Center (SOC), creating a comprehensive end-to-end capability for threat identification, analysis, and response. Through advanced monitoring, threat intelligence, and cutting-edge detection technologies, the team continuously works to identify anomalies and malicious activity across the enterprise. SDR’s mission is to detect and neutralize threats as early as possible, enabling secure, resilient, and trusted banking services for millions of customers worldwide.

This role functionally reports to the Deputy Global CISO within Global CISO organization.

Your key responsibilities

• Translate Global Cyber Security strategy into an SDR strategy and roadmap, driving execution, transformation, and transparent progress reporting.
• Ensure the effectiveness, resilience, and continuous evolution of SDR services, processes, and capabilities to address emerging threats, risks, regulatory requirements, and technology trends.
• Embed security into ING’s business and technology strategy, enabling secure innovation and sustainable growth.
• Lead a global organization of Product Owners, Process Managers, and Service Managers, fostering a high-performing culture through talent development, coaching, and leadership excellence.
• Act as Chief Product Owner for global SDR services, driving service adoption, standardization, and value realization across ING.
• Foster an agile and collaborative operating model, promoting cross-functional alignment, innovation, and continuous improvement across tribes, squads, and chapters.
• Manage strategic partners and third-party providers, ensuring strong performance, regulatory compliance, audit readiness, and delivery of measurable business value.