IT Security Manager
Chicago, IL
An Introduction to Codal
Codal is an award-winning web design and development consultancy that helps enterprise organizations solve complex problems and accelerate growth through elegant, data-driven digital solutions. Our areas of expertise include application modernization, eCommerce, UX/UI design, product strategy, data analytics, and artificial intelligence.
At Codal, you’ll collaborate with some of the most innovative organizations in the world and work on cutting-edge technologies that push the boundaries of design and software development. You’ll also be part of a community that promotes long-term success, not just for our clients but for each other. We’ll help you develop a professional roadmap that takes your career to new heights.
Who you’ll be working with
We are seeking a strategic and hands-on IT Security Manager to lead and enhance our organization’s cybersecurity posture. This role is responsible for managing security operations, developing security policies, and implementing frameworks that protect critical IT assets from cyber threats. The ideal candidate will bring technical expertise, leadership skills, and a proactive approach to managing IT risks across the business.
What you’ll be doing
- Develop, implement, and maintain the organization’s IT security policies, standards, and procedures.
- Oversee day-to-day security operations and incident response.
- Monitor and analyze security systems to detect and respond to threats in a timely manner.
- Conduct regular and proactive security audits, vulnerability assessments, and risk analyses.
- Oversee the deployment and management of security technologies, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), SIEM tools, antivirus software, and encryption protocols.
- Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory and industry standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS).
- Lead security awareness training and education programs for employees.
- Collaborate with IT, compliance, and business teams to integrate security into all phases of IT and business operations.
- Coordinate response efforts to security breaches and incidents, ensuring proper investigation and reporting.
What you’ll need to be successful (Requirements)
- Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (Master’s preferred).
- 5+ years of experience in IT security, including at least 2 years in a leadership or management role.
- Strong knowledge of security technologies, network and system security, application security, and cloud security.
- Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or equivalent strongly preferred.
- Experience with security frameworks and standards (e.g., ISO, NIST, COBIT).
- Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills.
- Proven ability to assess risk and translate it into business impact and actionable strategies.
- Experience in JumpCloud Administration is a plus
Bonus Points for these (Preferred Experience)
- Experience in JumpCloud Administration
Note: Codal only communicates with candidates through official @codal.com email addresses. We never request payment during the hiring process. Please be vigilant regarding recruitment scams.
At Codal, we are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
* Salary range is an estimate based on our InfoSec / Cybersecurity Salary Index 💰
Tags: Analytics Antivirus Application security Artificial Intelligence Audits CISA CISM CISSP Cloud COBIT Compliance Computer Science Data Analytics E-commerce Ecommerce Encryption Firewalls GDPR HIPAA IDS Incident response Intrusion detection IPS ISO 27001 NIST SIEM Strategy
Perks/benefits: Career development
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