Manager I, Information Security

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Lebanon, +1 more country.

📋 Description

• Supervise the Information Security team while providing coaching and mentorship to junior personnel.

• Oversee the design, execution, and ongoing enhancement of Information Security Management systems, projects, and initiatives.

• Spearhead the development, implementation, and maintenance of information security policies, procedures, and access controls.

• Ensure alignment of security controls with frameworks such as CIS Controls, ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, COBIT, PCI DSS, and others.

• Direct Security Operations efforts and coordinate incident, threat, and vulnerability responses in collaboration with the MXDR vendor and external partners.

• Monitor security incidents and threat alerts, ensuring prompt remediation and thorough documentation.

• Review, define, escalate, and document security anomalies as necessary.

• Lead monitoring for software compliance and implement corrective actions.

• Prepare and present reports on security incidents and risks to senior management.

• Assist with risk management, audit preparedness, and security assessments in partnership with IT Leadership.

• Assess emerging technologies and provide recommendations for solutions related to end-user devices, networks, and infrastructure.

• Align business requirements and operational risks with technical security solutions.

• Manage the agency-wide Information Security Awareness program.

• Develop and report on information security KPIs and metrics.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in designing, implementing, and overseeing Information Security systems, processes, and controls.

• At least two years of experience in a supervisory or management role.

• Experience in leading or supporting Information Security programs while coordinating with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Strong background in Information Security incident response, encompassing detection, investigation, containment, and recovery.

• Proven ability to manage complex information security projects effectively.

• Experience in managing security compliance initiatives, audits, and ensuring alignment with internal policies as well as external regulatory or industry frameworks like NIST, ISO 27001, and GDPR.

• Fluency in English is required.

• Willingness to travel up to 10% is necessary.

• Preferred: Master’s degree in a relevant field.

• Preferred experience with Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Azure AD, Microsoft 365, EMS, and EMM.

• Preferred experience managing Microsoft Defender XDR systems and Azure Security Center.

• Preferred experience with Privileged Access Management, least-privilege platforms, and multifactor authentication.

• Preferred ITIL Foundation certification.

• CAP, CEH, CISSP, or CISM certification is an advantage.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical insurance.

• Dental insurance.

• Life insurance.

• Vision insurance.

• Generous retirement savings plan for U.S.-based employees.

• Country-specific benefits package for candidates employed outside the U.S.

• Collaborative, mission-driven work culture.