Manager of Information Security - Exceptional Direct Placement Job / Downtown Chicago

Akkodis - Chicago, IL

Full-time - Manager

Chicago, IL

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Manager of Information Security will oversee all aspects of information security for a global legal client, ensuring compliance, governance, and risk management while leading a medium-sized security team. This role requires a blend of technical expertise in cybersecurity and network infrastructure, along with strong managerial skills to develop security programs and manage budgets effectively.

Responsibilities

• Managing and coordinating all aspects of Information Security including governance, compliance, risk, and auditing.
• Developing and maintaining an understanding of the firm's business requirements and workflow to implement a secure environment.
• Managing a medium-sized security team in the US and collaborating with overseas security teams.
• Offering guidance, mentoring, and education while ensuring appropriate monitoring and controls are in place.
• Developing, assessing, and managing information security procedures to ensure compliance and mitigate risk.
• Staying current with emerging security risks and recommending measures for compliance with laws and standards.
• Staying updated on information security technologies to recommend and implement effective policies and systems.
• Developing security education programs and conducting training for security awareness.
• Managing the workflow and tasks performed by security administrators and engineers on the team.
• Developing and managing the security budget and advising on security-related expenditures.
• Ensuring that the security environment is properly documented and kept up-to-date.
• Managing security vendors and managed service offerings.
• Preparing and advising on security-related communications both internal and external to the firm.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in an IT-related field (required).
• 7+ years in IT (required).
• Minimum of 3-5 years working in a hands-on Manager role related to information security & policy (required).
• Extensive knowledge of Information Security/Risk Management best practices relevant to a professional services environment (required).
• Prior experience creating and managing security programs and procedures in a global environment (required).
• Exceptional hands-on skills in troubleshooting, investigating, and problem-solving security-related risks (required).
• Expert knowledge in critical security protocols, domains, encryption, loss prevention, applications, mobility, remote access, etc. (required).
• Extensive practical knowledge in information governance such as records management, compliance & data security and privacy (required).
• A collaborative work style with experience interfacing with various global teams (required).
• Team-oriented leader with a collaborative nature, encouraging growth and development of staff (required).
• Able to work flexible hours and manage team schedules effectively to ensure global coverage (required).

Benefits

• PPO Medical/Dental/Vision benefits
• Voluntary benefits
• Commuter benefits
• 401K match
• Profit sharing
• Generous paid time off plan
• Generous performance bonus structure
• Continued training and certification reimbursement
• Financial support towards certifications