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Visa’s Corporate IT group has embarked on a major transformational journey. We will not follow the 'traditional' IT playbook of simply purchasing off the shelf solutions and stitching them together. We are transforming ourselves into a true engineering organization where we put customer experience first, create highly leveraged platforms with a heavy emphasis on operational excellence such as ensuring our platforms and services are unbreakable. Where we choose to continue with packaged software we will invent our way around their limitations such as poor UI or scale.

Essential Functions

Lead the development and launch of the global End User Technology strategy from concept to delivery with a focus on new technologies particularly open extensible platforms.
Development and management of the teams to manage the demands from projects and technology upgrades including near term direction for global vendor strategy, technology strategy and global alignment of networks.
Oversee all phases of operations and technology projects including budgeting, planning, implementation, maintenance, administration, construction, staffing and logistics.
Strong people management skills with demonstrated ability to grow and mentor a high performing team.
Direct the continuous and secure operation, administration and maintenance of the corporate computing and networking infrastructure, including development of Risk Management, Identity/Access Management, Information Security and Privacy, and Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity Plans.
Analyze, automate, monitor and ensure the resiliency of the corporate landscape.
Drive organizational transformations along dimensions such as deep partnerships and agile collaboration with business, fostering a culture that encourages innovation.
Drive technical architecture and infrastructure planning as well as system hardware and software engineering activities.
Ensure that Information Security and risk management are embedded within the culture requiring continuous improvement to a complex set of functions to coordinate security and compliance risks related to information systems and assets.
Ensure that the End User operations are conducted according to corporate standards, and in compliance with external standards as defined in company objectives (e.g., ITIL, COBIT, ISO27001/27002 and similar).
Establish standards and governance in future acquisitions to mitigate risk and maximize technology stability.

This is a hybrid position. Hybrid employees can alternate time between both remote and office. Employees in hybrid roles are expected to work from the office 2-3 set days a week (determined by leadership/site), with a general guidepost of being in the office 50% or more of the time based on business needs.

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What You Should Know About Chief Systems Engineer , Visa

Looking for an exciting opportunity to lead as a Chief Systems Engineer? At Visa's Corporate IT group in sunny Austin, we are on a transformative journey like no other! We believe in revolutionizing IT by prioritizing customer experience and building robust platforms. As the Chief Systems Engineer, you'll be spearheading the development and launch of our global End User Technology strategy, from concept to delivery. You're not just managing tech; you’re creating a culture of operational excellence and innovation. Your responsibilities will include oversight of technology projects, staff management, and risk management, ensuring our systems are resilient and secure. You’ll need strong people management skills, as you will mentor a high-performing team and collaborate with various business units to foster agile partnerships. This role is crucial in analyzing and automating our corporate landscape, aligning technology upgrades with global vendor strategies, and ensuring compliance with industry standards, such as ITIL and ISO27001. You'll have a direct hand in shaping the future of our technology landscape, working in a hybrid model that balances remote flexibility with in-office collaboration. If you're fueled by transformation, innovation, and a commitment to excellence, we want you on our team at Visa!

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What are the responsibilities of a Chief Systems Engineer at Visa?

As a Chief Systems Engineer at Visa, you will lead the overall development of our global End User Technology strategy, managing technology upgrades and overseeing project execution. You will be responsible for ensuring that operations align with security standards and compliance requirements while fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration within the company.