Cyber Security Team Lead

Team Leadership and Management:

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of cybersecurity professionals.
• Conduct performance evaluations, set goals, and provide ongoing feedback.
• Foster a collaborative and productive work environment.

Security Operations and Monitoring:

• Oversee security operations, including monitoring, threat detection, and incident response.
• Ensure continuous surveillance of security alerts and anomalies.
• Coordinate and manage the response to security incidents and breaches.

Policy and Compliance:

• Develop, implement, and enforce security policies, procedures, and standards.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards, such as GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, and ISO 27001. Conduct regular security audits and assessments.

Risk Management:

• Identify and assess security risks to the organization.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies and controls.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.

Security Architecture and Engineering:

• Oversee the design and implementation of secure IT architectures and systems.
• Ensure the deployment of security technologies, such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and encryption.
• Collaborate with IT teams to ensure security is integrated into all IT projects and initiatives.

Training and Awareness:

• Develop and implement security awareness and training programs for employees.
• Promote a culture of security within the organization. Stay current with the latest security trends, threats, and technologies.

Incident Response and Forensics:

• Lead incident response activities, including investigation, containment, eradication, and recovery.
• Conduct digital forensics to determine the root cause of incidents and breaches.
• Develop and maintain incident response plans and playbooks.

Vendor Management:

• Manage relationships with security vendors and service providers.
• Evaluate and recommend security products and services.
• Ensure that third-party providers meet the organization’s security requirements.

Budget and Resource Management:

• Assist in the development and management of the cybersecurity budget.
• Optimize resource allocation to meet security needs.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field. Master’s degree is a plus.
• Experience: Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 2 years in a leadership role. Proven experience in managing security operations and incident response.
• Certifications: Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or CISA are highly desirable.
• Skills and Competencies: Strong leadership and team management skills. Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities. In-depth knowledge of security frameworks, standards, and best practices. Proficiency in security technologies and tools. Strong understanding of network, application, and system security. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
• Personal Attributes: Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Proactive and results-oriented mindset. Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development. Additional Information: May require occasional evening or weekend work to meet deadlines or respond to emergencies. On-call availability may be required.