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Position Overview:
The Cybersecurity Manager will be responsible for overseeing and enhancing the security posture of our IT infrastructure, applications, and data. This role requires a deep understanding of cloud environments, automation, and continuous integration/continuous deployment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing security across multi-region deployments, conducting audits, and implementing security measures in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the cybersecurity strategy, focusing on mitigating high-risk vulnerabilities across all business components.
- Oversee the deployment and configuration of security tools and protocols in multi-region cloud environments, primarily on AWS.
- Utilize Terraform and other automation tools to streamline continuous monitoring, deployment, and security audits.
- Manage and enhance CI/CD with a focus on security, using tools like Jenkins, GitLab, and Ansible.
- Conduct security assessments, identify vulnerabilities, and implement remediation strategies for custom applications and open-source software.
- Manage and secure Atlassian products including Jira, Confluence, and Bamboo.
- Lead the migration of legacy systems to secure cloud environments, ensuring scalability, redundancy, and compliance.
- Oversee networking and security audits, particularly focusing on CVE alerting and mitigation.
- Develop and maintain security documentation, including installation guides and security procedures.
- Manage and mentor a team of engineers and administrators, promoting a culture of security and continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including DevOps, IT, and business leaders to align security initiatives with business goals.
- Stay updated on the latest cybersecurity trends, threats, and technologies to proactively protect the organization.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field. Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CEH) are a plus.
- 5+ years of experience in IT security, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.
- Extensive experience with cloud platforms, particularly AWS and Azure, and their security configurations.
- Proficiency in automation and configuration management tools such as Terraform, Ansible, and Jenkins.
- Strong knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, DevSecOps practices, and security tools.
- Experience in managing security in a multi-region deployment and conducting security audits.
- Familiarity with Atlassian products, Linux systems, and virtualization technologies.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex security issues to non-technical stakeholders.
- Proven leadership skills with experience in managing and mentoring technical teams.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience in migrating on-premises systems to cloud environments.
- Knowledge of security frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.