Cybersecurity Manager

Job Summary

Cybersecurity Manager will lead and strengthen our enterprise security posture across a large, complex environment. This role is responsible for cybersecurity operations, risk management, vendor oversight, and disaster recovery readiness, working closely with internal IT infrastructure and operations teams. You will also manage third-party security partners and systems responsible for threat monitoring, incident response, and remediation.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain continuous improvement in cybersecurity strategies, policies, standards, and reporting metrics
• Lead day-to-day cybersecurity operations and risk management activities
• Partner with IT infrastructure and operations to secure networks, systems, and cloud platforms
• Oversee monitoring, incident response, and remediation efforts (internal + third-party vendors)
• Manage Microsoft 365 and Azure security controls and policies, including Defender, Entra ID, Sentinel, Purview, etc.
• Administer and oversee firewall and email security platforms (Fortinet, Barracuda, etc.)
• Govern identity, access, and privileged access (PAM, MFA, least privilege, zero-trust)
• Manage MSSPs and security vendors, ensuring SLA performance and accountability
• Drive vulnerability management, patching oversight, and risk remediation
• Support incident response, disaster recovery, and business continuity planning

County Core Competencies

The expected behaviors of all COUNTY team members that align with Our Values and Our Commitments:

• Integrity & Organizational Awareness
• Customer First Focus
• Results Driven Orientation
• Teamwork, Safety & Collaboration
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Creativity & Innovation

Job-Based Competencies

• Cybersecurity Program Leadership
• Identity & Access Governance
• Security Operations & Incident Response
• Risk Management, Policy & Compliance
• Security Architecture
• Vendor Selection & Management
• Security Awareness & Training
• Documentation & Measurement
• Executive Risk KPI/Dashboard Reporting
• Troubleshooting & Support
• Installation & Integration

Experience & Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity, infrastructure security, IT risk management, security operations, or related IT disciplines.
• 3+ years in technology leadership, cybersecurity manager, risk manager, security architect, or senior security operations role.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering, IT, Cybersecurity, or similar.
• Experience supporting security in a multi-site enterprise or large corporate environment.
• Strong, hands-on experience with Microsoft ecosystem (AD, M365, Entra ID, Azure).
• Experience with endpoint detection and response, email security, identity protection, vulnerability management, security monitoring, and incident response.
• Hands-on experience with Defender, Sentinel, firewalls, PAM, DLP, and email security.
• Experience with firewall rule governance, network segmentation, VPN security, remote access security, and network security monitoring.
• Familiarity with Fortinet firewall environments and Cisco/HP enterprise networking.
• Experience developing security policies, standards, procedures, incident response plans, and risk documentation.
• Experience supporting audits, compliance, and risk programs.
• Experience working with MSPs, MDR providers, external SOC providers, or cybersecurity consultants.
• Experience & Qualifications CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CCNA/CCNP, or Microsoft security certifications.
• Knowledge of ISO security frameworks.
• Familiarity with ConnectWise PAM or equivalent platform.
• Ticketing, ITSM, CMDB, vulnerability management, and documentation platforms.