Cyber Security Manager - Job# 1115

North County Regional•Los Angeles, CA

11h•$133,000 - $168,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Cybersecurity Manager leads the organization’s enterprise information security program, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of critical information assets. This role is responsible for defining and executing cybersecurity strategy, governance, risk management, and compliance initiatives aligned with regulatory requirements and organizational objectives. Partnering closely with IT leadership, the Cybersecurity Manager drives the development and maturity of security frameworks, policies, and incident response capabilities while embedding security into all technology operations and business processes. This role serves as the primary authority on cybersecurity risk and controls, providing oversight, guidance, and approval for security decisions across systems, networks, and cloud environments.

Requirements

Executive-level communication and stakeholder engagement
Strategic thinking and risk-based decision making
Deep understanding of regulatory environments (HIPAA, HITRUST, ISO)
Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration
Ability to translate technical risk into business impact
Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field
7+ years in cybersecurity, risk, or information security (healthcare preferred)
4+ years of leadership experience managing teams and programs
5+ years of hands-on HIPAA compliance experience
A valid California Driver's License and transportation, or acceptable substitute, may be required based on assigned duties.

Nice To Haves

CISSP, CISM, CRISC, HCISPP
Microsoft Azure / Security certifications

Responsibilities

Lead and evolve the enterprise cybersecurity program aligned with business goals and risk tolerance
Develop and manage a multi-year cybersecurity roadmap with measurable outcomes
Report cybersecurity posture, risks, and maturity to executive leadership
Establish KPIs/KRIs to track program effectiveness
Own and maintain the Information Security Management System (ISMS) aligned with ISO 27001
Lead ISO 27001 certification readiness, audits, and continuous improvement
Oversee HITRUST and HIPAA compliance, ensuring audit readiness and control effectiveness
Conduct enterprise risk assessments and manage remediation lifecycle
Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures
Drive improvements in Microsoft Secure Score and security posture
Oversee security across Identity (Entra ID / Azure AD), Endpoint (Defender), Email & Collaboration (M365 Security), and Cloud Security (Azure Security)
Govern Microsoft Purview for data protection, DLP, and compliance
Provide oversight for vulnerability management, threat detection and monitoring, and incident response and escalation
Lead incident investigations and root cause analysis (RCA)
Ensure security is integrated into system design, change management, and infrastructure standards
Manage third-party cybersecurity risk assessments
Lead external audits, penetration testing, and compliance reviews
Act as the primary liaison for auditors, regulators, and stakeholders
Coordinate remediation across business and IT teams
Lead, mentor, and develop cybersecurity team members
Drive security awareness and training programs across the organization
Support budgeting, vendor selection, and strategic investments
Foster a culture of security accountability

Benefits

Health Insurance - NLACRC pays the full cost of coverage for certain Medical plans for employee only. We also provide a generous contribution to additional plans that the employee may select for employee only or employee and dependents costs.
Dental Insurance – NLACRC pays the full cost of the Dental DMO Plan for employees and eligible dependents. We also offer a Dental PPO plan with a low employee monthly contribution for employees and eligible dependents
Pre-Tax Flexible Spending Account for eligible health care expenses
Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account for eligible dependent care expenses
No cost Life, Accidental Death & Disability, Long Term Disability Insurance for employees
No cost Vision plan for employees and eligible dependents
Retirement plan - NLACRC is a member of CalPERS which is a defined benefit plan that provides a monthly retirement allowance for eligible employees
NLACRC offers two (2) deferred compensation plans - 457 and 403(b)
Participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
Paid Time Off – Eligible for 3 weeks of accrued vacation in the first year, 8 hours per month sick time, education, wellness, and sabbatical time
Holidays – NLACRC offers 12 paid holidays throughout the year
Most positions are offered a hybrid – remote option