Cyber Security Manager

Simply Put, A Great Place to Work

Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country – creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.

We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you’ll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.

At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. Diverse ideas come from diverse people, and we are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don’t meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don’t be so hard on yourself—apply for the job!

Cyber Security Manager

The Security Manager plays a pivotal role in helping our IT Infrastructure members.

Location

This position can be at any of our local offices around the country including fully remote positions.

The Impact You Will Have

• Responsible for the assessment and improvements of our enterprise information cyber security strategy and best practices in support of the enterprise’s information security architecture
• Collaborates with key business and IT leaders to develop cyber security and business continuance standards and action plans
• Directs all cyber security audits and tasks to ensure that the integrity, confidentiality and availability of information to end-users is not compromised
• Ensures that IT complies with existing laws and regulations and that the enterprise’s IT environment is secure
• Responsible for ensuring that tools or technologies are implemented to reduce the risk of “denial of service” attacks against systems
• Acts as an advocate for information security and business continuance best practices
• Consults with senior IT and business leaders regarding their information security risks and responsibility in minimizing those risks
• Maintains reliable, up-to-date, information from the government and across the industry regarding identification of new cyber threats and vulnerabilities
• Collaborate with internal divisions to understand software application usage to improve our security posture
• Review and participate in negotiations on client cyber contract requirements and ensure Benesch compliance with agreements
• Manage cyber insurance compliance requirements including yearly penetration testing, incident response tabletops, and phishing tests
• Maintain and update incident response plan
• Manage internal cyber security staff
• Coordinate and manage cyber security vendors and our Managed Threat Detection and Response (MTDR) system
• Guide the company to compliance with a chosen cybersecurity protocol
• Review of client contracts for firm compliance
• Oversee the firm’s compliance with cyber requirements from clients

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, or other related field or equivalent work experience
• Minimum of 8 years of IT and business/industry work experience, with at least 3 years of leadership experience in managing multiple, large, cross-functional teams or projects, and influencing senior level management and key stakeholders
• Experience in senior level management in IT information security, including responsibility for departmental decisions and management, providing strategic direction, mentoring more junior staff, and successful departmental performance to expected results
• Experience in design and engineering firms a plus
• IT information security experience with a mid-size firm with multiple locations a plus
• Experience with SentinelOne and USM Anywhere a plus

Illinois Pay Range

$124,000 - $140,000 USD

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in accordance with the State of Illinois Pay Transparency Act, Illinois Pay Transparency Law. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on numerous factors, including but not limited to individual education, qualifications, prior work experience, and geographic location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary, overtime, and bonuses.

Our benefits package is designed to take care of our employees and is compliant with the State of Illinois Paid Leave Act, Illinois Paid Leave Act.  Benesch offers a generous paid time benefits plan that increases throughout your career plus several paid holidays.  Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision benefits. We also include company-paid life insurance, short term, and long-term disability plans. Benesch offers a 401K plan and profit-sharing contributions to the 401K plan. From insurance and retirement plan to our wellness programs, we provide employee benefits that meet your wants and needs.

Illinois Pay Range$124,000—$140,000 USD

Explore the Benefits of Working at Benesch! 

At Benesch, we prioritize the health and wellness of our employees, understanding that their well-being is crucial for both personal and professional success. We offer a range of benefits for eligible employees, including insurance, retirement plans, and wellness programs. Our Total Rewards package is designed to support a healthy lifestyle and can be customized to meet the needs of our employees and their families. Click here to learn more about some of the benefits of working at Benesch! 

Professional Development 

• Opportunities for management and leadership development at all levels, including executive coaching and leadership development for Team Leaders, Group Managers, Division Managers, and Executive Leaders
• Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses
• Ongoing professional development through resources like Red Vector, LinkedIn Learning, technical team meetings, knowledge-sharing training sessions 
• Personalized training and career development plans with your manager
• Funding for training, committee work, professional organization memberships, and licenses/certifications
• Support for active participation in professional organizations to foster leadership and community engagement

Retirement Benefits 

• Access to valuable retirement planning tools, education, and individual meetings with plan advisors at no charge
• Potential for Benesch to contribute up to 9% of your gross compensation to your retirement plan (5% profit-sharing contribution to your 401(k) plan, regardless of your own contributions & 80% match on your contributions, up to a maximum company contribution of 4%)

Work/Life Balance 

• Flexible work schedules and hours, including work-from-home options (dependent on the role)
• Generous Paid Time Benefits (PTB) that increase with your career
• Immediate use of annual PTB; no accrual needed with the ability to bundle time-off plans for extended vacations or life events
• Ten days of paid parental leave for birth, adoption, or foster placement

Employee Engagement 

• At Benesch, we encourage our team members to extend their impact beyond their core responsibilities. Join our employee resource groups and committees to enhance your work-life balance and contribute to our community-focused initiatives. We support a variety of programs including community service, student scholarships, and matching gift opportunities, reflecting our commitment to a vibrant and diverse workplace.

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Benesch is an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Affirmative Action/ Disability/ Protected Veteran Employer. Qualified applicants are evaluated without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation or belief, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic. For more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the below documents:

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We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is found.

Benesch is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with a physical disability or other impairment.

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