Director, Information Security

Description

The Information Security role is to provide vision and leadership for developing and supporting security initiatives. The head of Information Security directs the planning and implementation of enterprise IT system, business operation, and facility defenses against security breaches and vulnerability issues.  This individual is also responsible for auditing existing systems, while directing the administration of security policies, activities, and standards.

 Position Requirements

 

?  University degree in the field of computer science or business administration. An advanced degree in one these fields is considered a plus.

?  10 years experience managing and/or directing an IT and/or security operation.

?  3 years experience working in the legal industry.

?  Certifications in related fields is considered a plus.

?  Proven experience in planning, organizing, and developing IT security and IT facility security system technologies.

?  Experience in planning and executing security policies and standards development.

?  Excellent knowledge of technology environments, including information security, building security, and defense solutions.

?  Substantial exposure to data processing, hardware platforms, enterprise software applications, and outsourced systems, including co-location facilities.

?  Good understanding of computer systems characteristics, features, and integration capabilities.

?  Experience with systems design and development from business requirements analysis through day-to-day management.

?  Excellent understanding of project management principles.

?  Superior understanding of the organization?s goals and objectives.

?  Demonstrated ability to apply IT in solving security problems.

?  In-depth knowledge of applicable laws and regulations as they relate to security.

?  Proven leadership ability.

?  Ability to set and manage priorities judiciously.

?  Excellent written and oral communication skills.

?  Excellent interpersonal skills.

?  Strong negotiating skills.

?  Ability to present ideas in business-friendly and user-friendly language.

?  Exceptionally self-motivated and directed.

?  Keen attention to detail.

?  Superior analytical, evaluative, and problem-solving abilities.

?  Exceptional service orientation.

?  Ability to motivate in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.