Job Summary:
The IT Security Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining the organization’s cybersecurity policies, procedures, and systems to safeguard sensitive data and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. They lead a team of security professionals, manage risk assessments, and respond to security incidents to protect the organization’s IT infrastructure.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee the design, implementation, and management of security controls, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and endpoint protection.
- Lead incident response efforts, including investigation, containment, and recovery from security breaches or incidents.
- Monitor and assess emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and industry trends to maintain a robust security posture.
- Develop, implement, and enforce IT security policies, standards, and procedures.
- Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards (e.g., GDPR, PCI-DSS, ISO 27001).
- Coordinate audits and assessments to validate security controls and address gaps.
- Conduct regular risk assessments and vulnerability scans to identify and prioritize security risks.
- Develop and maintain a risk management framework to mitigate threats to data and systems.
- Collaborate with legal, compliance, and business units to address risk-related issues.
- Evaluate and implement advanced security technologies, such as AI-driven threat detection, zero-trust architecture, and cloud security solutions.
- Stay abreast of emerging technologies and their implications for cybersecurity