Manager - Networking & Cybersecurity

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As the Manager of the Networking & Cybersecurity team at Fluence, you will play a pivotal role in leading and nurturing a high-performing team of professionals. Your primary focus will be on team management, structural day-to-day operations, providing guidance and mentorship, and serving as the organizational interface for handling escalations. This role is essential in ensuring the effectiveness and growth of our Networking & Cybersecurity team focused on Operational Technology (OT).

What does a Manager of Networking and Cybersecurity do at Fluence?

• Team Leadership and Management:
• Lead and manage the Networking & Cybersecurity team, including day-to-day operational activities, workload management, and resource allocation.
• Provide clear direction, set performance expectations, and conduct regular performance evaluations for team members.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture that encourages innovation, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement.


• Technical Leadership:
•  Utilize your strong technical background to provide visionary technical leadership to the Networking & Cybersecurity team.
• -Drive the design and implementation of innovative technical solutions that enhance our OT security posture and meet evolving industry standards and challenges.


• Jira Management:
• Oversee the team's workflow and projects through Jira, ensuring tasks are properly structured, assigned, and tracked.
• Implement best practices for task management, backlog grooming, and sprint planning within Jira to optimize team productivity.


• Career Development and Mentorship:
•  Provide mentorship and guidance to team members, helping them achieve their career goals and professional development objectives.
• -Identify training needs and facilitate skill development opportunities for team members.


• Team Performance Metrics:
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure the performance and effectiveness of the Networking & Cybersecurity team.
• Continuously monitor and analyze team performance data, implementing improvements as needed.
 
• Strategy and Planning:
• Collaborate with senior management to develop and implement strategic plans for the Networking & Cybersecurity team, aligning with the company's overall goals and objectives.

What does the ideal candidate look like?

•  Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.
• Proven experience (8+ years) in a leadership role, managing technical teams, with a focus on networking and cybersecurity.
• -Strong technical understanding of OT Networking & Cybersecurity concepts and technologies.
• -Experience developing and implementing a comprehensive change management structure.
• -Experience supporting multiple product lines with varying requirements and building a cohesive security posture.
• -Experience with Jira for task management tool and backlog planning.
• -Excellent leadership and people management skills, with a track record of building and developing high-performing teams.
• -Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interface with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• -Demonstrated ability to handle and resolve technical escalations in a fast-paced environment.
• -Commitment to fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth within the team.

Fluence IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and fully subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity to ensure that all applicants and employees are considered for hire, promotion, and job status without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital or familial status.