Information Systems Security Manager

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We are looking for a talented Information Systems Security Manager who will oversee the implementation of security programs and protocols aligned with the ISO 27001 standards. You will design, implement and enforce IT controls while managing a team.

You will be responsible for managing end-to-end Information System processes right from guiding teams, evaluating networks for security vulnerabilities, managing anti-virus and firewall systems, and conducting computer patch management, intrusion detection, and data encryption. You will also work to execute strategies to improve the reliability of IT systems, implement and maintain organizational security policies and procedures, and advise senior management on an organization's cybersecurity status.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Make strategic decisions and recommendations that significantly impact the Engineering team and the wider organization.
• Oversee enterprise security system; detect, respond and resolve incidents.
• Protect company assets with new security strategies, monitoring controls and ongoing evaluation.
• Ensure excellent technical documentation and knowledge management for the benefit of internal stakeholders and employees
• Ensuring all our IT assets are updated with the latest security patches and responsible for the complete IT assets management.
• Performing vulnerability and penetration tests, identifying and defending against threats.
• Configuring and supporting security tools, such as MDM, firewalls and anti-virus software.
• Closely work with your team members to set and monitor the KPIs for them while working as an individual contributor initially to show the way.
• Installing, configuring, maintaining, supporting, and optimising user systems from hardware to software.
• Conduct local Security Awareness sessions and phishing susceptibility campaigns.
• Analyzing security requirements, then recommending and implementing relevant tools and processes across the organisation.
• Training team members to understand and use security protocols.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

• Should have a minimum of 10 years of experience in System Security and Administration
• Must have proven experience setting up security systems and ensuring their adherence across a company
• Experience leading company-wide training and increasing engagement of internal tools
• Big advantage if you have worked in a company that is ISO 27001 certified.
• Experience working with Windows and macOS
• Experience in administering SaaS tools like Gsuite, Slack, Notion, etc.
• Must have team management experience
• Experience in maintaining good vendor relationships to provide our internal teams with the best service

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE ROLE:

• Bachelor’s / Master’s Degree in Information Systems or a similar technical experience is a huge advantage
• In-depth knowledge of Information Systems and Software
• Excellent presentation, analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Ability to work and communicate clearly and efficiently with cross-functional teams and working with an international team is an added advantage
• Passion for mentoring and managing a team toward excellence