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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a highly skilled Cyber Security Manager to lead our organization’s cyber security initiatives. The Cyber Security Manager will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining security protocols and policies to protect our digital assets, networks, and sensitive information from cyber threats. This role requires a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of current cyber security trends, risk management, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership abilities, excellent communication skills, and a proven track record in managing security teams and projects.
As a Cyber Security Manager, you will oversee the identification and mitigation of security risks, conduct regular security assessments, and ensure that all security measures are up to date and effective. You will collaborate with IT, legal, and executive teams to ensure that security strategies align with business objectives and regulatory requirements. You will also be responsible for incident response planning, managing security incidents, and leading investigations into security breaches.
Key responsibilities include developing and enforcing security policies, managing security awareness training programs, and ensuring compliance with industry standards such as ISO 27001, NIST, and GDPR. You will evaluate and recommend security technologies, oversee vulnerability assessments and penetration testing, and manage relationships with external vendors and partners.
The Cyber Security Manager will also be expected to stay current with emerging threats and technologies, participate in industry forums, and continuously improve the organization’s security posture. This role is critical in safeguarding the organization’s reputation, data, and operations against evolving cyber threats.
Responsibilities
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- Lead and manage the cyber security team and related projects.
- Conduct regular risk assessments and vulnerability analyses.
- Oversee incident response planning and manage security incidents.
- Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and standards.
- Manage security awareness training for employees.
- Evaluate and recommend security tools and technologies.
- Collaborate with IT, legal, and executive teams on security matters.
- Monitor and report on security metrics and incidents.
- Maintain relationships with external security vendors and partners.
Requirements
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- 5+ years of experience in cyber security or information security roles.
- Strong knowledge of security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, etc.).
- Experience with risk management and incident response.
- Excellent leadership and team management skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Relevant certifications (CISSP, CISM, CEH, etc.) preferred.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple priorities.
- Up-to-date knowledge of current cyber threats and technologies.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have managing cyber security teams?
- Can you describe a time you handled a major security incident?
- Which security frameworks are you most familiar with?
- How do you stay updated on the latest cyber threats?
- What is your approach to employee security awareness training?
- Describe your experience with regulatory compliance in cyber security.
- How do you prioritize security risks and mitigation efforts?
- What security technologies have you implemented in previous roles?
- How do you handle communication with executive leadership during a breach?
- What certifications do you hold relevant to this position?
