IT Security Manager

Manatal; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 3,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Manatal in Bengaluru, Karnataka is looking for an experienced IT Security Manager to oversee security operations, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will have a professional security certification, 8+ years of enterprise IT security experience, and a strong background in technical security roles. This position requires excellent decision-making abilities, integrity, and the adaptability to work in a startup environment. Responsibilities include managing security projects and developing security training programs.

Qualifications

• Fundamental knowledge of web application protocols and frameworks (JAVA, APACHE, .NET).
• Overall Enterprise IT Security experience of 8+ years preferred.
• Experience with multi-factor authentication and intrusion detection.

Responsibilities

• Manage IT Security Operations budget and resources.
• Oversee security projects and manage compliance engagement activities.
• Develop and implement security training programs.

Skills

Professional Security Certification

Decision-making skills

Analytical ability

Integrity and trustworthiness

Self-directed work habits

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Technology

Tools

Splunk

Crowd Strike

Proof Point

JIRA

Job description

• Manage IT Security Operations budget and resources and participate in IT planning and project management.
• Strengthen and formalize security processes both within the security team and with other supporting resources.
• Oversee and manage security projects including design, implementation, and integration of new or upgraded technologies.
• Manage industry best practice guidance and security hardening guidelines for all OF technologies.
• Manage the Identity and Access Management (IAM) Program.
• Working closely with cross-functional teams to communicate and integrate control requirements (IT, General Counsel, HR, Finance, others, etc.)
• Managing all internal and external security compliance engagement activities.
• Managing, documenting, and communicating compliance requirements, timelines, and road map to supporting teams and leadership.
• Leads the effort to develop, enhance and implement security training program based on policies.
• Communicating the compliance posture and effectiveness to management on a scheduled basis.
• Developing and working with supporting teams to design and implement an automated control strategy and exception reporting process.

Required Qualifications

• Professional Security Certification (e.g., CCNA, MCITP/MCSE, CCSP, CompTIA Security+, CISSP, GIAC, CISM) required.
• Fundamental knowledge of web applications protocols (and web services frameworks (JAVA, APACHE, .NET).
• Bachelor s or Master s degree in Information Technology and or commensurate experience in delivering security solutions.
• Overall Enterprise IT Security experience of 8+ years preferred.
• Absolutely trustworthy with high standards of personal integrity (demonstrated by an unblemished career history, lack of criminal convictions etc.), willing to undergo vetting and/or personality assessments to verify this if necessary.
• Typically, a background in technical security roles or operations, with a clear and abiding interest in security.
• Experience with Enterprise firewalls.
• Experience with Splunk, Crowd Strike, Proof Point is a plus.
• Experience with multi-factor authentication, intrusion detection, and managing threat intelligence.
• Strong decision-making skills and excellent analytical ability.
• Ability to make a business case and hire, train, and build a strong IT Security Team lead and manage technical personnel.
• Strong self-directed work habits, exhibiting initiative, drive, creativity, maturity, self-assurance, and professionalism.
• Must be willing to work in a start-up environment and extend support / responsibilities to other IT functions.
• Industry knowledge of border testing, security policies, DR procedures & policies, remediation strategies and risk assessment are required.
• Ability to complete work to given quality standards by agreed-upon deadlines.
• Knowledge of JIRA is a plus.
• Ability & desire to learn new product lines and technologies quickly & efficiently.
• Strong knowledge of IT controls, including security concepts and terminology related to applications, databases, operating systems, and IT operations.
• Experience with data protection & archiving, disaster recovery, business continuity and implementation.
• Strong written communication skills, demonstrating the ability to write with purpose, clarity, and accuracy.
• Must be able and willing to write and deploy security policies and procedures.