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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

As the Chief Systems Engineer at Visa in Austin, you’ll be at the forefront of a thrilling transformation within our Corporate IT group. We’re not just looking to buy off-the-shelf solutions; we are embracing innovation and creating highly efficient platforms that prioritize customer experience. Your role involves crafting and implementing a global End User Technology strategy, focusing on cutting-edge technologies and open extensible platforms. You'll lead a talented team, managing the demands of projects and ensuring seamless technology upgrades. Your expertise will guide all phases of operations and technology projects, overseeing budgeting, planning, implementation, and much more. We're passionate about cultivating a high-performing team, and your strong people management skills will help foster an environment that encourages growth and mentorship. You'll also play a crucial role in ensuring the secure operation of our corporate computing and networking infrastructure, developing robust risk management, identity management, and disaster recovery plans. By analyzing and automating processes, you'll enhance the resiliency of our corporate landscape. Join us in driving impactful organizational transformations, fostering deep partnerships, and encouraging a culture of agility and innovation. In this hybrid position, you’ll balance your time between remote work and our Austin office while collaborating with your team to achieve outstanding results.

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

As a Chief Systems Engineer at Visa, your responsibilities include leading the development and launch of the global End User Technology strategy, managing all phases of operations and technology projects, and ensuring secure operations of the computing infrastructure. You’ll oversee budgeting, planning, and implementation while also focusing on team management and performance to facilitate a culture of innovation.