Senior Manager - IT (Network Security)

Primary Purpose:

We are looking for a competent Security manager to organize and oversee all security operations of our group.

Key Responsibilities of the Role:

• Developing and implementing security policies, protocols, and procedures.
• As security manager, you will have to demonstrate excellent surveillance and emergency response skills. You will need a strong commitment to security rules and knowledge of all hazards and threats to safety.
• Design, Implement and maintain security infrastructure
• Configuring firewalls, Anti-virus, DLP, Drive Encryption, IPS/HIPS, Network Access Control (NAC), APT Solutions & cloud based security services
• Perform security assessment for new projects and current deployments
• Perform and assist in Vulnerability Assessment & Penetration testing activities
• Take ownership of internal & external audits and achieve high compliance levels
• Device maintenance and hardening
• Being the Escalation point within the team for any Network and Security issues
• Developing the technical troubleshooting Knowledge base & mentoring the technical teams
• Manage performance of security devices/applications using relevant performance monitoring tools
• Compliance to set Process, SLAs and Project/Program Guidelines & standards
• Practical knowledge of ISO 27001, Cyber Security Framework is a must
• Provide capacity planning and performance monitoring including disaster recovery
• Coordinate service/support needs with Vendors, Technical Support Engineers, Application Support Engineers, and the Infrastructure Team through effective partnership, collaboration and communication
• Participate in security and application troubleshooting and incident problem resolutions with other infrastructure teams, including storage, messaging, networking and servers
• Manage the backup / recovery process for security devices/applications
• The goal is to create and preserve an environment where employees, visitors and property are safe and well-protected.
• Control budgets for security operations and monitor expenses.
• Train School IT Executives on the Security Aspects and Systems.
• Collaborate by attending meetings with other managers to determine operational needs.
• Reports on incidents and breaches, Investigate and resolve issues.
• Create reports for management on security status.
• Analyse data to form proposals for improvements (e.g., implementation of new technology)

Competencies Required for the Role:

• Proven experience as security manager or similar position.
• Experience using relevant technology and equipment.
• Experience in reporting and emergency response planning.
• Excellent knowledge of security protocols and procedures.
• Solid understanding of budgeting and statistical data analysis.
• Working knowledge of MS Office.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Outstanding organizational and leadership skills.

Qualification:

• BSC IT / BE with 7 to 10 + years of experience.