Lakeshore Recycling Systems is hiring: Cyber Security Manager in Des Plaines

The Cyber Security Manager will lead our organization's efforts in safeguarding sensitive information and ensuring the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of our data assets. The Manager will be responsible for information security, risk management, and compliance playing a pivotal role in developing and implementing robust security strategies to protect our organization from potential cyber threats.

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• Partner with the CIO to develop and execute a comprehensive information security strategy that aligns with business objectives and industry best practices.
• Develop system-wide, layered defense-in-depth information security strategy plans and roadmaps based on sound enterprise architecture practices.
• Prepare and deliver clear and concise security reports, presentations, and recommendations to executive leadership.
• Translate business objectives and risk management strategies into specific security processes enabled by security technologies and services.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and identify potential vulnerabilities in systems, networks, and applications.
• Lead incident response and manage the investigation and resolution of security incidents, including data breaches, cyberattacks, and unauthorized access.
• Implement a comprehensive security awareness program to educate employees on security best practices.
• Foster a culture of security consciousness throughout the organization.

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 5+ years in an Information Security experience and 3+ more years in a leadership role.
• Experience leading an organizational security awareness program.
• Proficiency performing business evaluations of cybersecurity risk.
• Skilled in developing and implementing organizational information security strategies, policies, and procedures.
• In-depth knowledge of principles, technologies, and best practices related to cybersecurity and networking.
• Ability to understand highly complex environments, concepts, or problems from the business perspective to effectively guide the development of requirements and solutions.
• Experience evaluating, selecting, and leading implementation and alignment of security solutions across the organization.

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on delivering high-quality solutions.
• Proactive and self-motivated with a continuous improvement mindset.