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ID #45927832
State Texas
City Houstontx
Job type Permanent
Salary USD US140000.00 - US160000.00 per annum US140000.00 - US160000.00 per annum
Source Ledgent Technology
Showed 2022-09-23
Date 2022-09-22
Deadline 2022-11-20
Category Et cetera
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Manager of Information Security

Texas, Houstontx, 77056 Houstontx USA

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POSITION SUMMARY

The Information Security Manager establishes and administers overall strategies, policies and procedures for Information Security. The Information Security Director also develops and implements information security programs. He/She is accountable for disaster recovery design and implementation. The Information Security Manager is also for the evaluation of risk to the environment including testing. Lastly, he/she is managing the promotion information security awareness and practices

JOB LOCATION: Houston, Tx (On-site only)

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

The position responsibilities will include, by not limited to:
  • Serves as primary cyber-security threat expert keeping apprised of emerging and ongoing industry trends as well as the most likely strategies needed to mitigate the threats.
  • Develop and maintain a company wide Information Security Policies and Procedures that mitigates risks.
  • Prioritize and allocate security resources including tools correctly and efficiently.
  • Develops key input into the development of cyber security strategies, employing existing and new resources required to mitigate the ever-changing threat landscape.
  • Delivers and continuously improves the Information Security and Risk Management processes.
  • Design and implement education programs focused on user awareness and security compliance.
  • Perform comprehensive risk analysis of new and existing business initiatives and processes.
  • Manage and monitor security vulnerabilities, threats and events in network and host systems, logs, and alerts.
  • Establish, manage, and test Disaster Recovery Plan with a focus on preparedness for the recovery of business processes and systems that are interrupted by a cyber-security event.
  • Develop strategies to handle security incidents and coordinate investigative activities.
  • Act as a focal point for IT security investigations and makes recommendations based on findings.
  • Manages the development and delivery of IT security standards, best practices, architecture, and systems to ensure information system security across the enterprise.
  • Evaluates and completes third party vendor Security Risk Assessments as needed.
  • Coordinate, schedule, and remediate required Network Security Audits and Penetration Tests and make recommendations based on audit findings.
  • Other duties as assigned by the VP of IT

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Must Have Skills/Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Business Administration, Computer Science, or related field.
  • 7 years' experience in overall IT security management operations and best practices
  • At least 5 years of professional experience in IT security management at a senior level, with at least 3 years of recent experience as an lT Manager.
  • At least 5 years' experience leading large transformational initiatives and major IT Security projects.
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification or equivalent experience.
  • At least 5 years' experience in design and implementation of Disaster Recovery solutions and testing
  • Experience with large scale IT projects with proven ability to identify, develop, negotiate, communicate, and resolve complex problems within multiple projects, while leading others to get results
  • Ability to establish and build an information technology security practice from the ground up.
  • Ability and confidence to take calculated risks in uncertain or ambiguous situations.
  • Ability to develop strategic initiatives and oversee the development of long-term plans and proposals to support business objectives.
  • Ability to challenge, convince and manage multiple business stakeholders.
  • Ability to effectively drive business, culture, and technology change in a dynamic and complex operating environment.
  • Strong business acumen and understands key financial drivers and dynamics related to growth and financial goals.
  • Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to manage multiple competing priorities and assignments.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and customer focused approach.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Skills/Experience:
  • Completion of one or more of the following certifications: MCSE, CISA, ITIL, CNE is a plus.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with executives and management regarding technology concepts, plans, operations, and requirements.
  • Previous experience leading security organizations with a law firm
  • Hands on experience achieving SOC2 Type II audit requirements for Security, Confidentiality, Availability and Privacy
  • Experience with NIST Standards and application within a corporate environment

We are an equal opportunity employer and make hiring decisions based on merit. Recruitment, hiring, training, and job assignments are made without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, or any other protected classification. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

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