Information Security Manager

Information Security Manager

Department: Infrastructure & Network Services

Work Location: ALL SITES

Duties: Under the general guidance of the Director of Infrastructure and Network Services, the Information Security Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining the college’s cybersecurity program to safeguard its information assets against cyber threats and data breaches. The role involves managing critical resources including executive support, budgetary funding, and security personnel to advance the college’s information security goals and reduce institutional risk.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee security operations, including the supervision and management of technical personnel.
• Utilize intrusion detection methods and techniques to identify threats at both the host and network levels.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and legal procedures related to cybersecurity and data protection.
• Develop and implement security policies and procedures.
• Document system configurations and troubleshooting guidelines.
• Perform security assessments using tools and techniques to identify system vulnerabilities.
• Monitor vulnerability intelligence, including alerts, advisories, bulletins, and errata.
• Evaluate, test, and implement new system and software releases to ensure secure and stable deployments.
• Collaborate with vendors and third‑party support teams to address contracts, support, and security‑related needs.
• Collect, analyze, and maintain data required for cybersecurity reporting and auditing.
• Promote a strong cybersecurity posture and training to stakeholders across all levels of the college.
• Ensure cybersecurity considerations and requirements are integrated into the organization’s business continuity and disaster recovery planning.
• Assess and approve development activities to verify that baseline security measures are properly implemented.
• Provide cybersecurity‑related input for statements of work (SOWs), contracts, and other procurement documents to ensure security requirements are addressed.
• Support the budget planning process and provide informed recommendations.

Education/

Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required;
  Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity or related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in IT security operations, threat detection, and incident response.
• Prior experience supervising or managing an IT security or related team.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and approach applications methodically.

Qualifications:

• Proficient in developing and executing incident response plans for a wide range of cyber threats, including ransomware, business email compromise, malware infections, DDoS attacks, and unauthorized system access.
• Proficient in threat analysis and conducting vulnerability assessments; experienced with cybersecurity frameworks such as CIS and NIST; skilled in conducting IT audits to assess security posture and compliance.
• Knowledgeable in cloud security practices and controls, with a preference for experience in Microsoft cloud environments; experienced with firewall solutions, Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR), antivirus solutions, and Security Information and Event Management (SIEM).
• Basic knowledge of Windows‑based operating systems, networking concepts, Hyper‑V virtualization, and Storage Area Network (SAN) technologies.
• Skilled in supervising, mentoring, and developing staff across various roles and responsibilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey technical information to diverse audiences.
• Self‑motivated with a strong ability to quickly adapt to new technologies and platforms; understanding of policy development and management in an IT security context.

Position Status: Full Time

Hours: Monday‑Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; 24/7 on‑call availability.

Salary/Wage: $80,553‑107,464 (plus exceptional benefits)

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Optional disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Tuition waiver
• SURS Retirement plan
• Vacation Days
• Holidays
• Sick Leave
• Personal days
• Bereavement days
• Tax‑sheltered annuity plans

Contact: 708‑974‑5704; hr

Posting Number: AP00548P

Open Date: 01/02/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Review Of Applications Begins: 01/19/2026