Manager Cybersecurity Operations Job at Teachers Federal Credit Union in West Is

Proficient Senior Talent Acquisition Leader skilled in full-cycle recruiting. Elevates candidate pools with more effective targeting and increases… Overview The Manager Cybersecurity Operations manages the security posture of Teachers’ IT environment, spanning both on-premises and cloud infrastructure. This role is responsible for managing security operations, including perimeter defenses, endpoint and email security, threat and vulnerability management, and the Security Operations Center (SOC), while driving the transformation and maturity of security initiatives. Responsibilities Proactively identifies security gaps, assesses emerging threats, and implements effective controls to prevent incidents and breaches. Conducts breach simulation exercises, regularly evaluates security measures, and provides reports to leadership on risks and mitigation strategies. Safeguards critical IT assets and fosters a culture of cybersecurity awareness within the organization. Prioritizes cybersecurity initiatives by assessing business needs, risks, and audit requirements. Collaborates with the GRC team to ensure compliance with internal policies, standards, and external regulatory requirements. Manages the deployment, configuration, and operational oversight of cybersecurity tools to strengthen threat detection and response capabilities across the enterprise. Leads the Security Operations Center (SOC) and oversees Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR/XDR/MDR) operations, ensuring timely threat identification, escalation, and resolution. Oversees the full incident response lifecycle: detection, triage, containment, eradication, recovery, and post-incident analysis. Develops and maintains incident response plans, runbooks, tabletop exercises, and after-action reviews. Leads and manages vulnerability management operations, ensuring risks are prioritized and remediated within defined SLAs. Provides strong technical leadership in the management of key security platforms, including SIEM, SOAR, Threat Intelligence, Vulnerability Management, Secure Email Gateway, Endpoint Security, IDS/IPS, CASB, MDM, email security, and dark web monitoring/takedown services. Implements and maintains security controls across cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) to prevent unauthorized access and ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of cloud-hosted assets. Helps develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate the effectiveness of cybersecurity operations and report progress to leadership and business stakeholders. Coordinates with offshore/onshore teams and third-party security service providers to optimize threat monitoring and response capabilities. Stays informed on evolving cyber threats and identifies controls to mitigate risks, ensuring regulatory compliance. Drives continuous improvement in security tools, processes, and maturity; performs other duties as needed by the supervisor. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or a related field. Minimum five years in cybersecurity operations, including experience with 24/7 SOC, incident response, patch management, and vulnerability management. Minimum five years of experience managing offshore teams and leading cross-functional security operations. Certifications: CISM, CISSP, CCSP (or equivalent) required. Strong knowledge of secure network architecture, system hardening, and cloud security best practices. Proficiency in XDR/MDR platforms (e.g., Microsoft Defender XDR, Rapid7, CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, Palo Alto Cortex). Hands-on experience with SIEM/SOAR platforms, threat intelligence systems, and vulnerability management tools. Expertise in Windows and Linux systems, including log analysis, auditing, and configuration management. Understanding of incident detection, investigation, response techniques, and threat mitigation strategies. Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK, NIST CSF 2.0, and Zero Trust architecture. Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills. Benefits Competitive compensation and benefits package, including paid time off for vacation, personal days, and holidays. Fully-funded pension plan and 401(k) company contribution. Teachers pays 100% of Dental & Vision premiums. Tution reimbursement for full-time employees. Exclusive employee discount on credit card loans and other loans through Teachers. The good faith range for this position is $118,250 - $147,750 annually. Salary may vary based on qualifications and regulatory requirements. All candidates will be subject to a background check, credit check, and drug test to determine employment eligibility. #J-18808-Ljbffr