Tuesday, March 02, 2010

IT Security Manager in Dallas, TX

This is an excellent opportunity for an IT Security Manager to direct the development and delivery of IT security standards, best practices, architecture and systems to ensure information system security across the corporation. Provide technical and architectural assistance with the security design, installation and secure operation of information systems, including network security software and hardware, security monitoring systems, encryption software, threat and vulnerability management services, identity management solutions, and other required solutions. Ensure that IT Security controls meet the requirements of all regulatory requirements such as NERC CIP and NRC, PCI (Payment Card Industry) Security Standards, state and federal Privacy law, and Sarbanes Oxley Act. Manage a small team within the IT Security and Compliance organization, focusing on IT Security processes and initiatives, acting as the central point of contact and collaborating with other security organizations within the company in these matters. Act as the primary technical support liaison in charge of distributing and ensuring the proper updates to anti-virus systems, intrusion detection systems (IDSs), firewalls, and other deployed security systems. Oversee vulnerability and rogue software and network equipment identification software packages and related tools to identify vulnerabilities, configuration or patch updates, and unauthorized software or networked equipment. Bachelor s degree in technical related field along with 8-10 years of related experience is required. Must have experience in the responsibilities and duties described above. A proven broad in-depth technical knowledge of Security principles and process is required. Security related Certifications are preferred. Excellent communication skills are critical, must be able to communicate with the technology providers as well as with business leaders.
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