Cybersecurity Manager

Arbella•Quincy, MA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly experienced and technically proficient Cybersecurity Manager to lead day-to-day security operations and ensure consistent execution of key cybersecurity initiatives. This role is best suited for a hands-on leader with broad, real-world experience across cybersecurity technologies and domains. The ideal candidate has a proven track record of running security operations, improving processes, and driving remediation efforts to completion. This individual will bring structure, accountability, and follow-through to the team while ensuring alignment with established cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST and CIS.

Requirements

7+ years of cybersecurity experience with strong hands-on technical depth across multiple domains.
3+ years in a leadership role.
Broad, practical experience working with core cybersecurity technologies such as SIEM, EDR, vulnerability management and scanning tools, IAM/PAM solutions, and network security platforms.
Experience with cloud security (Azure, AWS, or GCP).
Familiarity with application security practices.
Demonstrated ability to drive remediation efforts and operational work to completion.
Experience aligning security controls to frameworks such as NIST or CIS in a practical, operational way.
Proven experience managing, mentoring, and developing team members.

Nice To Haves

Experience with tools such as Rapid7, Microsoft E5 Security (Defender, Entra ID, Purview), Darktrace, CyberArk, and Palo Alto.
Experience in regulated environments such as financial services or insurance.
Background in audit support and remediation management.
Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Oversee the effective operation and continuous improvement of the organization’s cybersecurity program.
Manage core security functions including security monitoring, vulnerability management, identity and access management, endpoint protection, and network security.
Ensure security tools and processes are functioning effectively and delivering meaningful results.
Own Security Operations (SecOps), including monitoring, detection, and response capabilities using tools like SIEM, EDR, and network-based detection platforms.
Tune detections to reduce noise and establish consistent processes for triage, investigation, and response.
Strengthen incident response practices, improve visibility across systems, and translate security events into actionable insights.
Drive prioritized work including vulnerability remediation, audit findings, and control improvements.
Bring structure to ongoing efforts, ensure work is clearly defined, and drive initiatives to completion with measurable outcomes.
Identify where efforts are stalling and implement the discipline needed to maintain momentum and visibility.
Ensure security practices align with frameworks such as NIST and CIS in a practical and sustainable way.
Translate framework requirements into real-world controls, support audit activities, and ensure remediation efforts are effective and lasting.
Oversee cloud and application security practices, working with infrastructure and engineering teams to ensure appropriate controls across cloud platforms, SaaS environments, and applications.
Build and maintain a high-performing team, including mentoring, strengthening technical capabilities, and providing clear performance expectations and feedback.
Assess team effectiveness, identify skill gaps, and make recommendations to meet current needs and near-term priorities.

Benefits

Great work environment
Encouraging work/life balance
Flexible work arrangements
Competitive, industry-leading salaries and benefits packages
On-site gym and fitness classes
One-on-one personal training
On-site nurse
Nutritional counseling
Mental health resources
Full-service cafeterias
Free shuttle service to Quincy Adams T Station
Tuition assistance programs
Opportunities to get involved: Arbella Activities Committee, Diversity and Inclusion Council, and more
A company committed to community: volunteer opportunities, employee- led community efforts, and the Arbella Insurance Foundation
Robust training, mentorship, and professional/personal development programs
Colleagues who genuinely care about each other