Information Security Manager

Information Security Manager
American Public Education, Inc.

Seeking an experienced and proactive Information Security Manager to lead and enhance our cybersecurity program, ensuring the protection of our organization’s information assets and infrastructure. This role will manage the development, implementation, and monitoring of comprehensive information security practices and protocols. As a key leader within the cybersecurity team, the Information Security Manager will drive initiatives to minimize risks, ensure compliance, and cultivate a security-conscious culture across the organization.

Responsibilities:
Leadership & Strategy
o Develop, communicate, and execute the organization's information security strategy, aligning it with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
o Lead a team of cybersecurity professionals, providing mentorship, guidance, and performance management to foster a collaborative and high-performing team.
o Maintain awareness of current cybersecurity threats, trends, and emerging technologies, incorporating relevant updates into the security strategy.
Policy & Compliance Management
o Develop, implement, and enforce information security policies, standards, and procedures in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
o Conduct regular risk assessments and audits to identify potential vulnerabilities, ensuring corrective actions are taken to mitigate risks.
o Ensure compliance with relevant frameworks and regulations (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA) and oversee third-party vendor risk assessments.
Security Operations & Incident Response
o Oversee security operations, including monitoring, detection, response, and remediation of cybersecurity incidents.
o Manage and enhance the incident response plan, leading investigations, containment, and recovery processes as required.
o Collaborate with IT and business units to maintain secure configurations and monitor vulnerabilities across the network, applications, and endpoints.
Security Awareness & Training
o Develop and implement an organization-wide security awareness program to educate employees on cybersecurity best practices and policies.
o Regularly assess and update training materials, ensuring relevance to current threats and organizational needs.
Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
o Work closely with cross-functional teams, including IT, Compliance, Legal, and Operations, to integrate security measures into projects, services, and processes.
o Serve as a point of contact for cybersecurity matters, communicating risk and mitigation strategies to senior leadership and key stakeholders.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with security information and event management (SIEM) tools, vulnerability assessment platforms, and incident response technologies.
  Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  Strategic thinker with strong analytical and organizational skills.
• 15+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 5 years in a leadership role managing security operations or similar functions.
• In-depth understanding of cybersecurity frameworks, technologies, and best practices, including risk management and incident response.
• Strong knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements and frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA).
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage complex security challenges in a dynamic environment.
• Relevant certifications, such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, or equivalent, are highly desirable.

About Us:

Online, on campus and in the workplace, we provide education and training to our country’s heroes – military service members, veterans, nurses and motivated professionals that want to make a difference. American Public Education, Inc. is a mission-driven provider of higher education to working adults with a proud history of serving the military, public service and nursing communities through American Public University System (APUS) and Hondros College of Nursing (HCON).

It is the policy of American Public University System (APUS) and American Public Education, Inc. (APEI) to afford equal opportunity to all qualified persons.  We treat all qualified individuals equally as to their recruitment, hiring, assignments, advancements, compensation, and all other terms and conditions of employment.  of American Public University System (APUS) does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, or physical, mental, or sensory disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

CA, CO, DC, HI, MD, WA, NY Pay Transparency Statement

If you are a resident of California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Hawaii, Maryland, Washington or New York and this role is available remotely, you may be eligible to receive additional information about the compensation and benefits for this role, which we will provide upon request.  Please send an email to recruiting@apei.com