IT Security Manager

Summary of Duties:

• Monitor their organization’s networks for security breaches and investigate violations when they occurs.
• Help to design, implement, and maintain the organization’s cyber-security plan.
• Develop and direct implementation of security standards and best practices for the organization.
• Direct the installation and use of security tools (e.g., firewalls, data encryption), to protect sensitive information.
• Recommend security enhancements to IT Management.
• Assist the sales team in advising IT security issues to customers.
• Help computer technicians, and end users when they need to install or learn about new security products and/or procedures.
• Ensure that IT security audits are conducted periodically or as needed (e.g., when a security breach occurs).

Job requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in information technology or computer science is required. 7-10 years of related work experience, with 3 or more in an information security management position, is also required.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well with people at every level and in every department are essential. Candidates with certification in information security (CISSP, CSSLP, CCFP, CISM, etc.) or comparable work experience will be given preference. Risk analysis/assessment experience a plus.
• Experience with Microsoft Windows Server/Unix server required. Microsoft Project experience preferred.