We are seeking an experienced and strategic Cybersecurity Manager to lead the organization's cybersecurity program, protect critical systems and data assets, and ensure compliance with security standards and regulatory requirements. This role is responsible for overseeing security operations, risk management, incident response, security governance, and cybersecurity strategy across the enterprise.
The ideal candidate possesses strong technical expertise in cybersecurity, information security governance, risk management, security operations, and compliance. They will work closely with executive leadership, IT teams, and business stakeholders to develop and maintain a robust security posture while supporting business growth and digital transformation initiatives.
To support collaboration, security operations, and leadership engagement, candidates must currently reside in one of the following metropolitan areas in the United States:
Dallas
Houston
Austin
Atlanta
Jacksonville
Miami
Nashville
Charlotte
Phoenix
Candidates residing outside of these locations will not be considered for this position.
Develop, implement, and manage the organization's cybersecurity strategy and roadmap
Establish security policies, standards, procedures, and governance frameworks
Align cybersecurity initiatives with business objectives and regulatory requirements
Conduct regular security risk assessments and remediation planning
Lead security awareness and cybersecurity training programs
Report cybersecurity risks, trends, and initiatives to executive leadership
Oversee day-to-day security operations and monitoring activities
Manage Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) platforms and security tools
Lead threat detection, threat hunting, and vulnerability management programs
Monitor security alerts, incidents, and emerging cyber threats
Coordinate proactive measures to prevent unauthorized access and cyberattacks
Ensure continuous improvement of security controls and monitoring capabilities
Lead cybersecurity incident response planning and execution
Coordinate investigation, containment, eradication, and recovery activities
Manage communication and escalation during security incidents
Conduct post-incident reviews and implement corrective actions
Develop and maintain cyber resilience and business continuity strategies
Support disaster recovery planning and testing activities
Perform security risk assessments and control evaluations
Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, standards, and frameworks
Support audits, certifications, and regulatory reviews
Maintain cybersecurity documentation and evidence repositories
Identify security gaps and drive remediation efforts
Monitor third-party and vendor security risks
Oversee security controls across cloud and on-premises environments
Collaborate with Infrastructure, DevOps, and Engineering teams on secure architecture design
Implement identity and access management (IAM) best practices
Review cloud security configurations and compliance requirements
Ensure secure deployment and operation of enterprise systems
Support Zero Trust and modern security architecture initiatives
Lead, mentor, and develop cybersecurity personnel
Coordinate with IT, Engineering, Compliance, Legal, HR, and Executive Leadership teams
Manage external cybersecurity vendors, consultants, and service providers
Support cybersecurity budgeting, resource planning, and tool evaluation
Promote a culture of security awareness throughout the organization
Provide expert guidance on cybersecurity-related business decisions
Develop cybersecurity KPIs and executive dashboards
Track and report security incidents, vulnerabilities, and risk trends
Measure effectiveness of security programs and controls
Recommend investments and improvements to strengthen security posture
Conduct regular security program reviews and maturity assessments
Support long-term cybersecurity strategy and planning initiatives
Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
5+ years of cybersecurity experience with at least 2+ years in a leadership, management, or senior security role
Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles, frameworks, and best practices
Experience managing security operations, incident response, and risk management programs
Experience with SIEM, endpoint protection, vulnerability management, and security monitoring platforms
Strong understanding of cloud security (AWS, Azure, and/or GCP)
Knowledge of identity and access management (IAM), network security, and security architecture
Experience supporting compliance and audit requirements
Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Must currently reside in one of the approved locations listed above
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
GIAC certifications
CompTIA Security+
Experience with NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2, CIS Controls, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, or similar frameworks
Experience managing Security Operations Center (SOC) functions
Knowledge of Zero Trust architecture and modern security frameworks
Experience with cloud-native security tools and platforms
Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and secure software development
Experience in highly regulated industries such as healthcare, financial services, insurance, or government
Vendor risk management and third-party security assessment experience
Experience managing cybersecurity budgets and security technology evaluations
Mean Time to Detect (MTTD) security incidents
Mean Time to Respond (MTTR) to security incidents
Number of security incidents successfully contained
Security monitoring and alert response effectiveness
Critical vulnerability remediation rate
Risk assessment completion rate
Security control effectiveness score
Reduction in high-risk findings over time
Audit readiness and compliance scores
Regulatory and certification compliance status
Policy review and implementation completion rate
Third-party risk assessment completion rate
Employee security training completion rate
Phishing simulation success rate
Security awareness engagement metrics
Reduction in user-related security incidents
Incident recovery time performance
Disaster recovery testing success rate
Business continuity readiness score
Operational resilience and uptime metrics
Director of Information Security
Head of Cybersecurity
Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
Chief Information Officer (CIO)
Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
Full-Time
Remote (Candidates must reside in approved locations)
Hybrid opportunities may be available based on business requirements
Participation in on-call escalation rotation for major security incidents when required
Occasional travel for audits, leadership meetings, or security initiatives
Fast-paced and security-focused environment
Collaboration with IT, Engineering, Compliance, Legal, and Executive Leadership teams
Responsibility for protecting critical business systems and data assets
Exposure to evolving cybersecurity threats and technologies
Strong emphasis on risk management, resilience, compliance, and operational excellence
Opportunity to influence enterprise security strategy and organizational cybersecurity maturity
Career growth opportunities into Director of Cybersecurity, Head of Security, or CISO leadership paths