Cybersecurity Manager

JOB SUMMARY:

The Cybersecurity Manager is tasked with leading a team of cybersecurity specialists, guiding the strategic direction and operational execution of cybersecurity measures, and ensuring alignment with compliance standards and certifications. This role requires a balance of leadership, in-depth knowledge of cybersecurity principles, and a detailed understanding of compliance frameworks.

Responsibilities

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead a skilled team of engineers and compliance specialists in protecting the organization's IT infrastructure. Promote a culture of security awareness.
• Direct proactive cybersecurity strategies across the enterprise to guard against threats and ensure the security of all technical assets.
• Manage the Security Awareness Program, emphasizing employee education on cybersecurity, especially phishing prevention.
• Oversee the identification and mitigation of security risks through a robust Vulnerability Management process.
• Ensure secure management of Cloud services and maintain strong standards for evaluating and certifying 3rd Party Vendors and other partners.
• Prepare Incident Response strategy including policy and playbooks. Directly lead the response to security incidents from detection and evaluation through to mitigation, forensics and reporting.
• Evaluate, Implement and Supervise the operation of key Enterprise Security Tools and cybersecurity partnerships, including all assets and tools required to effectively respond to incidents.
• Drive the selection and management of cybersecurity vendors, ensuring they meet the organization's standards for security and compliance.
• Oversee server and endpoint security standards, firewall configurations, and device hardening practices to protect against unauthorized access and threats.
• Ensure compliance with SOX, and other relevant standards by managing audit preparations and ensuring documentation is maintained.
• Coordinate security improvement efforts across the IT teams and business teams.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• 8+ years in Information Technology, with a focus on cybersecurity management.
• Bachelor's degree required; Master's in a related field preferred.
• Industry-recognized security certifications or degrees preferred.
• Proficiency in managing compliance processes, and familiarity with standards such as SOX, TISAX, GDPR, ISO 27001, and SOC 2.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Proven leadership in managing IT teams.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and technical implementation.
• Strong understanding of compliance requirements and organizational execution.
• Ability to effectively communicate complex concepts to a variety of stakeholders.
• Strategic Incident Response design and implementation experience.
• Strategic thinking, with a focus on risk management and organizational security.
• Excellent organizational skills for managing multiple projects and initiatives.