IT Security Manager

The IT Security Manager is an experienced leadership role on the IT team responsible for developing, implementing, maintaining, communicating and auditing the security program to protect network availability and information on the global networks. The strategic security plan should foster confidence in the integrity of the organization and its information assets, assuring management, staff, customers, and trading partners that our information systems are safe and dependable. The role plays as a liaison to the Security Team to ensure that security policies are adopted and adhered to II. Key Responsibilities • Manage enterprise-wide security, policies and systems • Develop, document, implement, monitor and audit information systems security strategies, policies, and procedures • Ensure all mandated security and compliance standards are met • Coordinate with vendors, contractors and consultants to maintain and enhance data security • Provide leadership, guidance, and training to information systems personnel on security practices • Manage security audits, vulnerability and threat assessments by directing remediation activities to network or system security breaches • Ensure fulfillment of legal and contractual information, security and privacy mandates including providing executive management with compliance reports and audit findings • Drive project planning, coordination and delivery of quality IT security solutions on time and within budget • Work with technology administrators to ensure the proper level of security for all computing systems and network connections is implemented • Ensure associates are aware of security policies • Provide recommend changes to improve security using new technologies III. Relationships • Position reports directly to the Director, Global IT Infrastructure • Receives work direction from the Security Lead • Works on cross functional teams across IT • Works with Business Managers on security needs as identified IV. Measures of Performance • Maintain a high security index score (measures effectiveness of our security program) • Quality and thoroughness of security program • Number of security breaches and potential security risks to the business • Define and execute projects on time • Deliver solutions that meet requirements, quality, schedule, budget and cost goals • Provide guidance and support to our companies ensuring 100% compliance to all security policies • Strong oral and written communications skills V. Background and Skill • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information System Management or equivalent (required) • 8-10 years’ experience in IT with a broad range of exposure to infrastructure, systems analysis, and application development • 4-7 years of IT Security experience • Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP) or equivalent certifications desirable • Strong working knowledge of networking technologies; TCP/IP addressing, Routing, DHCP, DNS, VPN, Next Generation Firewalls, Firewalls, IPS, and DMZ • Effective utilization of productivity tools including MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Visio, and PowerPoint • Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills • Versatile, flexible and proactive when resolving technical issues • Strong project management skills with the ability to multitask and manage multiple projects at one time Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Direct Staffing Inc #J-18808-Ljbffr