Security Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • Posted 23 days ago | Updated 8 hours ago

Overview

On Site
USD 140,000.00 - 160,000.00 per year
Full Time

Skills

Policies and Procedures
Security Controls
Leadership
Security Engineering
Attention To Detail
Scrum
Sprint
UPS
Agile
Access Control
Cisco
Firewall
Intrusion Detection
IDS
Intrusion Prevention
IPS
Active Directory
Management
Auditing
FOCUS
Information Security
Regulatory Compliance
Authentication
Network Security
Configuration Management
Computer Hardware
Network
Leadership Development
Team Management
Training And Development
Cyber Security
Amazon Web Services
Security Management
Cloud Computing
Finance
Accounting
Marketing
Legal
Customer Support
Online Training
Artificial Intelligence
Insurance
.NET

Job Details

Description

We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Security Manager in Chicago, Illinois. In this role, you will be instrumental in providing leadership and direction to our Security Engineering team, collaborating with various IT areas to deliver secure business technology solutions, and enforcing security standards and procedures.

Responsibilities:

Taking the lead in the development and enforcement of security policies and procedures

Collaborating with second and third line of defense teams to identify, assess, and remediate security risks effectively and promptly

Providing technical guidance and support for security-related projects while staying updated with the latest security technologies, threats, and industry trends

Acting as a point of escalation for issues relating to security controls or tools

Providing direction, guidance, and leadership to the Security Engineering team, and managing their performance effectively

Conducting regular performance reviews and identifying/detail-oriented development opportunities to team members

Leading agile and scrum practices, such as sprint reviews, refinements, and stand-ups, and planning work with the team utilizing agile frameworks

Ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements

Educating employees on information security best practices.

Requirements

Proven experience with Access Control systems and protocols.
Proficiency in Cisco Technologies, including network and security solutions.
Demonstrated knowledge of Firewall Technologies, including setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Experience with Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) and Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS).
Familiarity with Active Directory, including user and group management.
Strong skills in auditing, with a focus on information security and compliance.
Understanding of authentication methods and protocols.
Thorough knowledge of Computer Hardware, especially in a network security context.
Experience with Configuration Management, including software, hardware, and network configurations.
Demonstrated leadership development skills, including team management and personnel development.
Extensive knowledge of Cyber Security practices, strategies, and technologies.
Experience with Amazon Web Services (AWS), including security management and cloud services.

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