Acuren
Tomball, Texas
About the job
The Director of Cybersecurity is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the organization's cybersecurity framework to protect digital assets and sensitive information. This position plays a pivotal role in managing security operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and mitigating cybersecurity risks.
Responsibilities
Cybersecurity Strategy Development:
• Design and implement a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and establish controls to address vulnerabilities.
• Oversee the prevention of data breaches and the monitoring of and reacting to cyber-related attacks.
• Define and maintain cybersecurity policies, procedures, and standards.
Security Operations Management:
• Lead vulnerability management programs, ensuring proactive identification, mitigation, and response to potential threats across multiple geographies.
• Oversee day-to-day security operations, including threat monitoring and incident response.
• Lead the vendor relationship(s) in the development and continual management of the Security Operations Center (SOC) to detect and respond to threats.
• Implement, monitor, and improve security technologies to enhance organizational defense.
• Ensures 24x7 security monitoring and threat evaluation, based on firewall and traffic log data; reviews findings and recommends responses.
Compliance and Governance:
• Ensure compliance with relevant legal, regulatory, and industry-specific cybersecurity standards.
• Collaborate with auditors and regulatory bodies to facilitate security audits and assessments.
• Deliver cybersecurity training and awareness programs to employees.
Incident Response and Reporting:
• Direct incident response activities, including investigation, containment, eradication, and recovery.
• Maintain incident response plans and ensure readiness through regular testing.
• Provide detailed reports and analysis of cybersecurity posture to senior leadership.
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Cybersecurity Expertise:
• Comprehensive knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and regulations, focusing on NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, and GDPR.
• Expertise in threat analysis, incident response, vulnerability management, and data protection.
• Proficiency in implementing and maintaining security measures across on-premises and cloud environments (e.g., Microsoft Azure, AWS).
Technical Proficiency:
• Hands-on experience with security technologies, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), and endpoint protection.
• Advanced understanding of encryption, identity and access management (IAM), and security information and event management (SIEM).
• Familiarity with emerging technologies and trends, including zero trust architecture and artificial intelligence in cybersecurity.
Leadership and Management:
• Proven leadership capabilities in building and managing high-performing cybersecurity teams.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize and execute security initiatives effectively.
• Ability to convey technical concepts to diverse audiences, including executive leadership and non-technical stakeholders.
Other:
• Strong decision-making, planning and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
EDUCATION:
• The position requires a bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in cybersecurity management (at least 10 years’ experience, including some prior management experience and minimum 5 years of experience working with public cloud technology).
• CISSP required and Industry-recognized certifications such as CISM, CEH, CRISC, or equivalent is highly preferred.
Working Conditions
• This position operates in a hybrid environment.
• Flexibility to work outside normal business hours may be required to respond to security incidents or emergencies.
• Environment with limited physical effort, continuous mental effort, and frequent complex requests for assistance.
• This position will require occasional travel for conferences, meetings and on-site field/office visits (10%)
PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS & DEMANDS:
• Primarily sedentary work.
• Repetitive motions and substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• The incumbent is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.
Benefits
• Competitive Salary
• Medical, dental, and supplemental insurance
• 401K Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
Apply Online
https://uscareers-acuren.icims.com/jobs/14505/director-cybersecurity/login
30-Apr-2025