Our client…
Our client, a leader in the financial services field, is seeking a Sr cyber security manager to join the team. This position will work with experienced professionals to help drive solutions to provide a best in industry standard for quality, innovation, and efficiency.
Responsibilities:
This role involves managing a team of cybersecurity professionals to detect, respond to, and mitigate cyber threats and incidents. You will collaborate closely with IT, compliance, risk management, and business units to ensure robust security measures and to uphold our commitment to safeguarding sensitive financial data and customer information.
Key Responsibilities:
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Leadership & Team Management:
o Lead and mentor a team of cybersecurity analysts and engineers.
o Foster a culture of continuous improvement, professional development, and accountability.
o Manage team performance, conduct regular performance evaluations, and provide constructive feedback.
o Work closely with IT teams to integrate security into the IT infrastructure and software development lifecycle.
o Present cybersecurity risks, trends, and initiatives to senior leadership and stakeholders.
o Act as a liaison between technical teams and non-technical stakeholders to communicate security issues and initiatives effectively. -
Security Operations Center (SOC) Management:
o Manage day-to-day operations of the SOC, ensuring efficient monitoring and analysis of security alerts.
o Develop and refine security monitoring and alerting strategies to improve detection capabilities.
o Ensure the SOC is equipped with the latest tools and technologies for threat detection and response.
Must Have:
o 7+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 3 years in a leadership or managerial role.
o Proven hands on experience in incident response, threat intelligence, and security operations. -
Certifications:
o Relevant cybersecurity certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or GIAC are highly desirable. -
Skills:
o Strong operational leadership skills to manage a team
o Able to coach and mentor a team
o Able to manage and maintain engagement from multiple stakeholder groups
o Expert knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, tools, and technologies.
