We are seeking an experienced IT Security Manager to lead our cybersecurity operations and strategy. This role combines hands-on technical expertise with strategic leadership to ensure robust protection of our systems, data, and business processes.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in IT/security roles, with at least 2 years in a managerial or team-lead capacity.
- Strong understanding of security technologies and concepts: network security, endpoint protection, cloud security, encryption, IAM, and threat intelligence.
- Demonstrated experience in operational security management, incident handling, and policy enforcement.
- Knowledge of commercial processes including gathering technical requirements for client projects and supporting proposal preparation.
- Exposure to research & development activities, including evaluating emerging threats and testing new solutions.
- Familiarity with ISO 27001, NIST frameworks, GDPR, and other relevant security compliance standards.
- Proficient in managing vendor relationships and budgets for security products and services.
- Strong communication skills, capable of translating complex technical issues into clear business language.
- Strategic thinking combined with hands-on capability in leading security initiatives.
- Relevant certifications preferred: CISSP, CISM, CEH, OSCP, or equivalent. Preferred
- Experience working in multi-cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Background in security product development or innovation labs.
- Commercial negotiation skills for security-related partnerships and projects.
- Experience with automation in security operations and advanced threat hunting.
Job Description:
- Manage day-to-day IT security operations, including monitoring, threat analysis, and incident response.
- Oversee the effective use of security tools such as SIEM, EDR, WAF, MFA, and DLP to detect and mitigate threats.
- Lead vulnerability assessments, penetration tests, and coordinate remediation efforts across teams.
- Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, industry standards, and organizational policies.
- Collaborate with commercial teams to assess and address security requirements in client projects, tenders, and service offerings.
- Prepare and deliver security proposals, reports, and risk evaluations to support business activities.
- Drive research and development in new security technologies, threat intelligence solutions, and innovative protection methods.
- Identify emerging risks and recommend proactive controls to improve resilience against current and future threats.
- Manage relationships with vendors, partners, regulators, and external security auditors.
- Develop and maintain security awareness programs to ensure company-wide engagement in cyber hygiene practices.
- Track and report key security metrics, budget utilization, and operational performance to senior management.