Information/Cyber Security Director

Category:

Information & Communication Technology

Employment Type:

Direct Hire

Reference:

BH-381218

Job Title: Information/Cyber Security Director
Location: Plano, TX (Hybrid)
Type: Direct Hire

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of technology and information systems.
• Lead the creation and upkeep of Incident Response Plans and Cybersecurity procedures for IT.
• Stay updated on the latest in cybersecurity, digital privacy regulations, and standards across all regions.
• Identify and communicate current and emerging security threats.
• Oversee the architecture, design, implementation, and support of enterprise-class security systems based on CIS controls and related standards.
• Design security architecture elements to mitigate emerging threats.
• Anticipate stakeholder needs and discuss potential security and privacy solutions.
• Conduct and analyze security assessments, including program reviews, penetration testing, vulnerability testing, and risk analysis, providing recommendations based on findings.
• Create solutions that balance business requirements with information and cybersecurity needs.
• Review and recommend security configurations and policies for firewalls, VPN systems, routers, IDS scanning technologies, servers, computers, mobile devices, A/V devices, IoT, and IT systems.
• Ensure project integration and adjust scope, timing, and budgets as needed based on organizational needs.
• Analyze system logs, security tools, and network traffic for unusual or suspicious activity, and recommend actions to restore secure operations.
• Test and review new security software, tools, and technologies for operational applicability.
• Conduct ongoing interviews and assessments with internal groups and management to understand technology interactions and integrate cybersecurity measures.
• Collaborate with internal auditing, legal, and IT teams to ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and industry requirements (e.g., FERPA, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, FIPS, NIST, CISA, ISO 27001).
• Work with Senior Leadership to develop a strategic technology plan that aligns with business objectives and budget considerations.
• Oversee annual operating and capital budgets for all security platforms and hardware.
• Manage suppliers and vendors for information and cybersecurity.

• Bachelor's Degree
• 5+ years of experience in information security and cybersecurity management.
• Practical experience in Red, Blue, and Purple INFOSEC tasks and roles.
• Experience deploying and managing cybersecurity, digital privacy, and information security solutions for remote access, identity access management, and cloud-based services.
• Experience leading ITIL V4 based processes (incident, change, problem, root cause analysis).

• CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional
• GSLC - GIAC Security Leadership
• CISM - Certified Information Security Manager
• CCSP - Certified Cloud Security Professional
• SCI/SAP L Clearance
• SCI/SAP Q Clearance
• Completed & Cleared DCSA Background