information security manager in plano, Texas

information security manager.

• plano , texas

• posted 5 days ago

job details

summary

• $165,000 – $175,000 per year

• permanent

• bachelor degree

• category computer and mathematical occupations

• reference1074299

job details

job summary:

Our client is seeking an Information Security Manager local to the Plano, TX area. In this role, you’ll lead the development and execution of a comprehensive information security program to protect our client’s critical infrastructure while driving secure digital transformation.

This position requires a strategic thinker with a strong business acumen and extensive technical knowledge in cybersecurity.

You will work closely with business leaders and technical teams to design innovative solutions, manage risks, and foster a culture of security and privacy awareness across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Cybersecurity, or a related field (Master’s preferred) or equivalent experience.

• Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in risk management, information security, and IT, including at least 3 years in a leadership role.

• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or CRISC strongly preferred.

• Expertise in cybersecurity technologies, methodologies, and frameworks.

• Familiarity with securing highly regulated industries (e.g., healthcare, financial services).

• strong knowledge of public cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).

• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.

• Poise and professionalism in high-pressure situations.

• Proven track record of developing and executing security policies, procedures, and training programs.

If you’re interested, today!

location: Plano, Texas

job type: Permanent

salary: $165,000 – 175,000 per year

work hours: 8am to 4pm

education: Bachelors

responsibilities:

Responsible for establishing and maintaining an information security management program to ensure that company assets are adequately protected. This position is responsible for identifying, evaluating and reporting on information security risks in a manner that meets compliance and regulatory requirements and aligns with and supports the risk posture of our client. The position requires a visionary leader with sound knowledge of business management and a working knowledge of information security technologies. The role will proactively work with business units to implement practices that meet defined policies and standards for information security.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage information technology strategic plans, programs, and schedules for business and finance data processing, computer services, network communications and management information services.

• Lead the development and management of a comprehensive cybersecurity program, crucial for protecting our company’s assets and infrastructure, while facilitating secure digital transformation.

• Ability to collaborate with individual contributors and business leaders to define business process issues, operational efficiencies, implement creative solutions and measure delivery results.

• Effective management of the client relationship.

• Identify emerging information technologies to be assimilated, integrated and introduced within the client account.

• Capable of leading and inspiring cross-functional, interdisciplinary teams to accomplish both tactical and strategic objectives with a keen focus on achieving business outcomes.

• Exhibits a high level of personal integrity and professionalism, with the capacity to manage confidential matters with discretion and maturity.

• Safeguard technology deployments are properly implemented, integrated and supported.

• Develop and manage privacy and security awareness training programs for employees to promote a culture of security and privacy awareness and best practices throughout the organization.

• You can articulate complex cybersecurity concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. You are adept at translating security problems to business impact.

• Experience with highly regulated industries such as healthcare, financial services, government, and publicly listed companies.

• Familiarity with securing and operating on public Cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP) providers.

• Liaise with the enterprise architecture team to ensure alignment between the security and enterprise architectures, thus coordinating the strategic planning implicit in these architectures.

• Ensure that security programs follow relevant laws, regulations, and policies to minimize or eliminate risk and audit findings.

• Continuous risk management.

• Conduct regular security audits, assessments and penetration tests to identify vulnerabilities.

• Establish and administer a privacy and security incident response process and be actively engaged on high priority incidents, including preparation, investigation, response and impacted customer notification and communications.

• Coordinate the use of external resources involved in the information security program, including, but not limited to, interviewing, negotiating contracts and fees and managing external resources.

• Facilitate and build upon a whole-of-state approach to cybersecurity.

qualifications:

• Experience level: Director

• Minimum 8 years of experience

• Education: Bachelors

skills:

• ManagerEqual Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate’s education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).This posting is open for thirty (30) days.