Strategic Cybersecurity IT Manager – Enterprise Security

Oklahoma-State-University; Stillwater (OK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Oklahoma State University—OSU-Stillwater is seeking a Cybersecurity IT Manager to lead enterprise technology services and oversee cybersecurity operations. You will ensure alignment with system goals and compliance, while directing staff and vendor-supported services.

The role requires strong leadership, risk-informed decision making, and collaboration across IT environments to strengthen institutional resilience and response to major cybersecurity events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree conferred on start date and five years of IT/cybersecurity experience.
• Experience leading teams and coordinating complex technical work.
• Ability to balance risk, operations, and strategic priorities.
• Post-secondary education can substitute for some experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight for enterprise technology services.
• Lead cybersecurity professionals and vendor-supported services.
• Advise leadership on risk, priorities, and strategic cybersecurity initiatives.
• Promote consistent cybersecurity practices across central and distributed IT.

Skills

Team leadership

Cybersecurity risk

Communication skills

Decision making

Incident response

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree (information technology or related)

Five years of progressive IT/cybersecurity experience

Master's degree in related field (preferred)

Cybersecurity certifications (CISSP, CISA, GIAC, etc.)

Tools

Security frameworks (NIST, etc.)

Job description

Oklahoma State University—OSU-Stillwater is seeking a Cybersecurity IT Manager to lead enterprise technology services and oversee cybersecurity operations. You will ensure alignment with system goals and compliance, while directing staff and vendor-supported services.

The role requires strong leadership, risk-informed decision making, and collaboration across IT environments to strengthen institutional resilience and response to major cybersecurity events.