Operations Security Senior Manager

ASM Research•Fairfax, VA

About The Position

Manages the creation of cyber-intelligence tools / methods and oversees the research and analysis of cyber security risks. Directs the design and development of acceptance criteria for cyber security architecture. Gathers the necessary security intelligence, ensures the correlation of that intelligence with Company systems, analyzes the resulting threat from the relevant information and formulates actionable responses and threat mitigation to ensure the protection of systems, information and brand.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Information Assurance, Computer Science, or related field.
7-10 years of experience with 5+ years of management experience
Experience writing policy, performing complex vulnerability testing and operating system hardening along with demonstrated leadership skills including organizing, planning, scheduling and coordinating workloads to meet established deadlines.
Familiarity with security industry standards (ISO 17799, NIST 800 series, etc.)
Experience with internal controls, risk assessments, business process and internal IT control testing or operational auditing.
Demonstrated ability to write business and technical reports and to present to senior level staff or clients.
Possess a thorough understanding of technical interface requirements and processes.
Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively interface with all levels of employees, management and outside representatives.
Ability to resolve complex and diverse technical and management issues.
Must demonstrate a detailed and comprehensive knowledge and understanding of data security principles, theories, regulations and practices.
Utilizes creative problem solving and multitasking skills in order to manage a team.

Responsibilities

Manages the resolution of cyber security issues related to architectures, firewalls, electronic data traffic, and network access.
Develops, publishes and enforces company information security standards and guidelines encompassing data and intellectual security.
Manages the development of appropriate electronic and hard copy reports and records, including new or revised electronic or hard copy documentation. Makes internal and external presentations as needed to senior level staff or clients.
Establishes priorities for cyber security projects and staff, including planning and technical performance, to meet objectives.
Partners with the client in the strategic design process to translate complex security and business requirements in to technical designs.
Establishes working relationships with team members, vendors, client, and other departments involved in the project.
Overall responsibility for leading the program, department, or functional area as designated. Oversees, directs, and mentors subordinate staff; communicates job expectations and enforces organizational policies, procedures and core values; responsible for recruiting staff, approving timecards, and conducting performance reviews and disciplinary measures.
Responsible for ensuring all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations are observed wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company. Responsible for ensuring work is accomplished in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
Represents the company as an expert knowledgeable resource on data security. Acts as primary contact for complex data security systems and processes.
Stays abreast of new security technologies, identifies potential security concerns, develops approaches to mitigate identified risks, and works with teams to implement recommendations.