IT Security Manager

Description

We are looking for an experienced IT Security Manager to lead security operations and strengthen cyber defense capabilities for a financial services organization in Bensalem, Pennsylvania. This role will guide daily security monitoring, incident response, and threat detection efforts while partnering with technology leaders to safeguard enterprise systems and data. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in cybersecurity operations, team leadership, and the continuous improvement of security processes, tools, and reporting.

Responsibilities:
Lead daily security operations activities, ensuring effective monitoring, alert handling, and response coordination across the environment.
Direct investigations into cybersecurity events, drive containment and recovery efforts, and ensure critical incidents are escalated appropriately to technical teams and leadership.
Refine operating models for the security function by improving team coverage, escalation paths, service expectations, and standard procedures.
Maintain and enhance operational documentation, including response workflows, playbooks, runbooks, and supporting records for consistent execution.
Oversee the performance and optimization of core security technologies such as SIEM, endpoint detection, threat intelligence, and logging platforms.
Expand monitoring coverage by working with infrastructure and application teams to integrate new systems and improve enterprise visibility.
Strengthen detection capabilities by developing use cases, tuning alert logic, and incorporating threat intelligence into security operations.
Guide proactive threat hunting efforts and track emerging attack methods, vulnerabilities, and industry developments that may affect the organization.
Support audit and compliance initiatives by preserving evidence, documenting incidents thoroughly, and partnering with risk and compliance teams on remediation activities.
Prepare dashboards and performance reporting that communicate incident trends, response effectiveness, operational metrics, and significant cyber risks to management.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
At least 7 years of experience in cybersecurity, security operations, or closely related information security roles.
Minimum of 3 years of leadership experience managing a security operations or cybersecurity team.
Strong understanding of incident response, security monitoring, threat detection, and enterprise cybersecurity practices.
Hands-on experience with SIEM tools, endpoint security platforms, and other security monitoring technologies.
Proven ability to build and improve operational processes, incident procedures, and response documentation.
Effective leadership, communication, analytical, and organizational skills in a fast-paced security environment.

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