Our Client in Midland, TX is looking for an IT Manager-Information Security.
This is a full-time, onsite role. They will pay for relocation.
**This role is not open to Contract or C2C candidates***
General Responsibilities
- Develop a cybersecurity roadmap that continually adapts to corporate risks and threats.
- Establish/maintain/evolve the security program to ensure that information assets are significantly protected, including OT.
- Responsible for developing and maintaining effective policies and compliance.
- Provide leadership, as well as hands-on support, to your team in areas such as incident response, third-party information security assessments, data protection & encryption, identity & access management, and more.
- Prepare materials for the Audit Committee and other stakeholder engagement.
- Assess vendor or partner-related security risks and establish protocols for managing and monitoring their cybersecurity practices.
- Liaise and work closely with external auditors and the SOX Team to manage expectations regarding IT SOX testing activities.
- Responsible for leading incident response, partner selection, conducting tabletop exercises, and ensuring appropriate tools and controls are in place.
- Assess the program to NIST CSF framework to mature to desired capabilities.
Preferred Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in information security and/or related technical areas, with a proven track record of success in developing and implementing information security strategies.
- 7+ years of experience in a technical leadership role, with a track record of recruiting and supporting top-tier employees and contractors to realize a high-performing team.
- 5+ years of experience in the O&G industry.
- Deep understanding of IT security posturing, threat/impact analysis, IT controls, core IT processes, platforms, and systems.
- Understanding of network protocols, architecture, and segmentation to ensure secure network design and communication. Knowledge of VPNs, secure remote access, and network segmentation techniques.
- Has a passion for cybersecurity and evaluates the security landscape for new solutions.
- Proven record of working at a fast pace and producing high-quality deliveries both directly and through a team.
- Experience at a publicly-traded company with SOX requirements
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in written form, with all levels of personnel including executive leadership, senior management, users, vendors, and contractors.
- Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally with IT, legal, compliance, and executive teams to influence security decisions.
- BS/BA in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience
