Cyber Defense Manager

If you are a highly motivated and experienced cyber defense professional looking for a challenging role in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply for this position

Position: Cyber Defense Manager

Location: San Francisco, California, United States

Salary: $209000 - $240000

Job Description: As a Cyber Defense Manager, you will be responsible for leading and managing the cyber defense team in protecting our organization's critical assets from cyber threats. You will play a crucial role in developing and implementing strategies to prevent, detect, respond to, and recover from cyber attacks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive cyber defense strategy that aligns with the organization's goals and objectives.
• Lead and manage a team of cyber defense professionals, providing guidance, support, training, and performance evaluations.
• Monitor and analyze cyber threats and vulnerabilities, and proactively implement measures to mitigate risks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the organization's systems and networks are secure and compliant with industry standards.
• Stay updated on the latest cyber threats, attack techniques, and security technologies, and make recommendations for improvement.
• Oversee the implementation and maintenance of security controls, including firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, antivirus software, and data encryption.
• Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities and recommend remediation measures.
• Develop and implement incident response plans and conduct regular drills to ensure readiness in case of a cyber attack.
• Act as the primary point of contact for all cyber defense-related matters, providing timely updates and reports to senior management.
• Manage relationships with external vendors and partners to ensure the organization's cyber defense capabilities are up to date and effective.
• Develop and maintain policies, procedures, and guidelines for cyber defense processes and operations.
• Foster a culture of security awareness and train employees on cyber risks and best practices for safeguarding the organization's assets.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science, information security, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in cyber defense, information security, or a related field.
• Proven track record of successfully managing a team and leading cyber defense initiatives.
• Strong understanding of cyber threats, vulnerabilities, attack techniques, and security technologies.
• Experience in conducting security assessments, penetration testing, and incident response.
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations related to information security, such as NIST, ISO, and GDPR.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Relevant certifications, such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA, are preferred.

Join our team and be at the forefront of protecting our organization from cyber threats.