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Robert Half Cybersecurity Director in Irvine, California
Description
Cybersecurity Leadership:
Develop and implement a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy aligned with business goals.
Stay informed on the latest cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices to ensure proactive security measures.
CMMC v2 Compliance:
Lead efforts to achieve and maintain compliance with CMMC v2 requirements.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement and monitor necessary compliance controls.
NIST Framework:
Enforce NIST cybersecurity framework principles across the organization.
Conduct regular risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies based on NIST guidelines.
Policy Development and Enforcement:
Create, implement, and manage cybersecurity policies and procedures to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information assets.
Ensure all employees are trained on and adhere to established cybersecurity policies.
Incident Response and Investigation:
Develop and maintain an incident response plan, coordinating with relevant stakeholders.
Investigate security incidents, breaches, and vulnerabilities, providing recommendations for improvement.
Threat Intelligence and Monitoring:
Establish and maintain a threat intelligence program to proactively identify and address emerging threats.
Implement advanced monitoring tools to continuously oversee the network for suspicious activities.
Data Protection and Privacy:
Develop and enforce data protection policies to comply with regulations such as GDPR and CCPA.
Ensure robust encryption standards for data both at rest and in transit.
Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery:
Create and maintain business continuity and disaster recovery plans for quick recovery from cyber incidents.
Conduct regular drills and simulations to test the effectiveness of these plans.
Security Awareness and Training:
Promote a culture of security awareness through ongoing training and awareness initiatives.
Conduct periodic phishing simulations to enhance employee awareness and response to phishing attacks.
Regulatory Compliance and Audits:
Manage internal and external cybersecurity audits to ensure regulatory compliance.
Stay updated on changes in cybersecurity regulations and adapt organizational practices accordingly.
Collaboration with Network Engineering:
Work closely with the Senior Network Engineer to align network security measures with overall cybersecurity strategy.
Provide guidance on integrating security best practices into network design and maintenance.
Collaborate on initiatives to enhance network security, such as implementing zero-trust architecture and advanced threat detection systems.
Requirements
Requirements:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
8-10 years of proven leadership experience in cybersecurity and networking.
In-depth knowledge of CMMC v2, NIST, and other relevant compliance frameworks.
Strong understanding of networking protocols, architecture, and infrastructure.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to obtain a TS/SCI level security clearance.
Preferred certifications include CISSP, CISM, or CCNP.
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