This is a 1-year contract role with the potential for extension based on performance and business needs.
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced IT Security Manager to lead our information security initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 8 years of proven experience in IT security with relevant certifications and strong leadership capabilities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop implement and monitor a strategic comprehensive enterprise information security and IT risk management program.
- Lead security incident response and investigations; mitigate and report on security breaches.
- Manage security audits risk assessments and compliance reviews.
- Collaborate with IT and business leadership to ensure security policies align with business objectives.
- Ensure adherence to industry best practices and regulatory requirements (e.g. ISO GDPR etc.).
- Manage security tools systems and infrastructure ensuring they are effective and up to date.
- Educate and train staff on information security policies and best practices.
Requirements
Required Qualifications & Skills:
- Minimum 8 years of experience in IT Security or related field.
- Strong knowledge of security frameworks technologies and standards.
- Must hold at least one of the following certifications: CISSP CISM CRISC or CCSP.
- Experience with governance risk management and compliance (GRC).
- Strong leadership communication and project management skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working in enterprise or multinational environments.
- Hands-on experience with cloud security (AWS Azure or GCP).