What are we looking for in our Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM)?
The Information Technology team at Russell Tobin & Associates is supporting a top technology organization that has an opening for a Information Systems Security Manager.
Location: 2072 Allen Street Ext, Falconer, NY, Falconer, NY 14733Type: FTESalary Range: $80,000 to $94,000 / Annum - depending upon experience
Job Overview
The Information Systems Security Manager will be a key member of our IT team and will play a critical role in achieving the organizations IT security goals and reducing overall organizational risk. The ISSM will report directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and may have a small team of IT professionals to manage.
Responsibilities:
Lead Cybersecurity Strategy Development- Acquire and manage the necessary resources, including leadership support, financial resources, and key security personnel, to support information technology (IT) security goals and objectives and reduce overall organizational risk.
- Advise senior management (e.g., CEO, CFO) on risk levels and security posture.
- Advise senior management of changes in requirements, technologies, or other areas affecting the organization's cybersecurity posture.
- Recommend policy and coordinate review and approval.
Ensure Cybersecurity Compliance- Assure successful implementation and functionality of security requirements and appropriate information technology (IT) policies and procedures that are consistent with the organization's mission and goals.
- Support necessary compliance activities (e.g., ensure that system security configuration guidelines are followed, compliance monitoring occurs).
- Continuously validate the organization against policies/guidelines/procedures/regulations/laws to ensure compliance.
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the enterprises cybersecurity safeguards to ensure they provide the intended level of protection
Lead Organizations Cybersecurity Efforts- Lead and align information technology (IT) security priorities with the security strategy.
- Lead and oversee information security budget, staffing, and contracting.
- Communicate the value of information technology (IT) security throughout all levels of the organization stakeholders.
Qualifications:
- A BS degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, or Computer Science is strongly preferred.
- Minimum of 10-15 years of progressive experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
- Strong knowledge of CMMC requirements and network security architecture concepts including topology, protocols, components, and principles.
- Proven experience in cybersecurity planning, auditing, and management.
- Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills, with a keen attention to detail.
- Experience in defense industry manufacturing or industrial sectors is highly desirable.
- Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a high-performing team.
- Excellent communication and people skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate and communicate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
Benefits offered:
- Paid time off.
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Retirement benefits
- Career Development
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Rate/Salary: $80,000 to $94,000 / Annum - depending upon experience