Information Security Tech Lead

Morgan McKinley; Cork; On-site; EUR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company in Cork seeks an experienced Information Security Tech Lead to enhance their security posture. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 8 years in information security, mentoring skills, and a strong technical background across various domains such as network security and incident response. This permanent role involves acting as a deputy to the Information Security Manager and driving security best practices while engaging multiple stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years experience in information security with a strong technical background.
• Proven experience in technical security domains.
• Ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Act as a deputy to the Information Security Manager, providing guidance and support to the security team.
• Mentor and coach team members to foster collaboration and improvement.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for internal stakeholders on security issues.
• Drive the implementation of security best practices in partnership with IT and engineering.
• Lead security initiatives aligned with organisational strategy.
• Enhance the organisation's security posture through assessment and compliance.

Skills

Network and cloud security

Incident response

Threat and vulnerability management

Penetration testing

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related discipline

Tools

Security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, CIS)

Security certifications (CISSP, CISM, CEH, CCSP, GIAC)

Job description

My client is looking for an Information Security Tech Lead with a minimum of 8 years of experience to join their organization based in Cork. This is a permanent role.

Responsibilities

• Act as a deputy to the Information Security Manager when required, providing guidance and operational support to the security team.
• Mentor and coach team members across technical security domains, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for internal stakeholders to resolve complex security issues using a risk-based approach.
• Drive the implementation of technical security best practices in partnership with IT and engineering teams.
• Lead and deliver security initiatives aligned with organisational strategy, ensuring projects and business initiatives are executed effectively.
• Enhance the organisation's security posture by assessing current controls, monitoring emerging threats and technologies, and implementing appropriate safeguards to protect information assets and ensure regulatory compliance.

Key Skills & Experience

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related discipline.
• 8+ years experience in information security with a strong technical background.
• Proven experience across areas such as network and cloud security, incident response, threat and vulnerability management, and penetration testing.
• Strong working knowledge of security frameworks and standards (e.g. ISO 27001, NIST, CIS).
• Relevant security certifications preferred (e.g. CISSP, CISM, CEH, CCSP, GIAC, ISO 27001).
• Excellent communication and problem solving skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non technical stakeholders.