LeafLink
Information Security Manager
LeafLink, New York, New York, us, 10261
The RoleLeafLink takes security exceptionally seriously. In the role of Information Security Manager, you’ll help play a key role in protecting our systems, employees, and most importantly our customers and their data. Partnering closely with key stakeholders across the organization you’ll help maintain and improve our security posture, procedures, and policies while evaluating current and new technologies against emerging threats.
What You’ll Be Doing
Security Strategy & Leadership
Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining LeafLink's information security strategy, roadmap, and team planning.
Collaborate with stakeholders to devise security policies, procedures, and processes.
Work closely with engineering, product, and legal teams to align security and data governance initiatives with organizational goals and objectives.
Report on Information security as needed to senior management.
Assist in corporate initiatives including partnerships, vendor management, and M&A.
Compliance
Play a key role in maintaining and enforcing compliance requirements across the organization. This includes SOC2, PCI, and additional frameworks as LeafLink grows.
Stay up to date on new developments and changes to IT compliance. Ensure LeafLink’s security measures, policies, posture, and employee awareness are continuously updated, robust, and industry-leading.
Participate in quarterly disaster recovery and business continuity (DRBC) planning and exercises.
Risk Management
Identify and assess security risks to the organization’s data, systems, and infrastructure.
Participate in vendor management processes to vet potential new tools, software, systems, and/or integrations.
Conduct regular risk assessments and security audits, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
Develop and deliver information security awareness training programs for employees (i.e., employee phishing, routine communications, and updates for awareness).
Brainstorm and implement solutions to promote a culture of security and compliance within the Company.
What You’ll Bring to the Team
Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. A master's degree is a plus.
5+ years of experience in information security, with at least 2 years in a managerial or leadership role developing, coaching, and performance-managing ICs
Experience leading projects and initiatives across cross-functional groups aligned to goals and KPIs
Experience with project management tools such as JIRA and associated reporting to stakeholders
Some experience working in financial services. Experience at a scaling technology company is a plus.
Proven experience in developing and implementing security policies and strategies.
Knowledge of DEP within enterprise systems and SIEM reporting.
Hands-on experience with security audits (e.g a stakeholder in a SOC2 audit)
Certifications such as CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional), CISM (Certified Information Security Manager), or CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) are highly desirable.
Knowledge of compliance tools like Drata or Vanta is highly desirable.
Knowledge of Authentication and Authorization best practices for enhanced Cybersecurity posture
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
LeafLink Perks & Benefits
Flexible PTO
- you’re going to be working hard so enjoy time off with no cap!
A robust
stock option plan
to give our employees a direct stake in LeafLink’s success
5 Days of Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
- giving back is important to us and we want our employees to prioritize cultivating a better community
Competitive compensation
and
401k match
Comprehensive
health
coverage
(medical, dental, vision)
Commuter Benefits
through our Flexible Spending Account
LeafLink’s employee-centric culture has earned us a coveted spot on
BuiltInNYC’s Best Places to Work for in 2021 list.
Learn more about LeafLink’s history and the path to our First Billion in Wholesale Cannabis Orders
here
.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
What You’ll Be Doing
Security Strategy & Leadership
Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining LeafLink's information security strategy, roadmap, and team planning.
Collaborate with stakeholders to devise security policies, procedures, and processes.
Work closely with engineering, product, and legal teams to align security and data governance initiatives with organizational goals and objectives.
Report on Information security as needed to senior management.
Assist in corporate initiatives including partnerships, vendor management, and M&A.
Compliance
Play a key role in maintaining and enforcing compliance requirements across the organization. This includes SOC2, PCI, and additional frameworks as LeafLink grows.
Stay up to date on new developments and changes to IT compliance. Ensure LeafLink’s security measures, policies, posture, and employee awareness are continuously updated, robust, and industry-leading.
Participate in quarterly disaster recovery and business continuity (DRBC) planning and exercises.
Risk Management
Identify and assess security risks to the organization’s data, systems, and infrastructure.
Participate in vendor management processes to vet potential new tools, software, systems, and/or integrations.
Conduct regular risk assessments and security audits, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
Develop and deliver information security awareness training programs for employees (i.e., employee phishing, routine communications, and updates for awareness).
Brainstorm and implement solutions to promote a culture of security and compliance within the Company.
What You’ll Bring to the Team
Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. A master's degree is a plus.
5+ years of experience in information security, with at least 2 years in a managerial or leadership role developing, coaching, and performance-managing ICs
Experience leading projects and initiatives across cross-functional groups aligned to goals and KPIs
Experience with project management tools such as JIRA and associated reporting to stakeholders
Some experience working in financial services. Experience at a scaling technology company is a plus.
Proven experience in developing and implementing security policies and strategies.
Knowledge of DEP within enterprise systems and SIEM reporting.
Hands-on experience with security audits (e.g a stakeholder in a SOC2 audit)
Certifications such as CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional), CISM (Certified Information Security Manager), or CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) are highly desirable.
Knowledge of compliance tools like Drata or Vanta is highly desirable.
Knowledge of Authentication and Authorization best practices for enhanced Cybersecurity posture
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
LeafLink Perks & Benefits
Flexible PTO
- you’re going to be working hard so enjoy time off with no cap!
A robust
stock option plan
to give our employees a direct stake in LeafLink’s success
5 Days of Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
- giving back is important to us and we want our employees to prioritize cultivating a better community
Competitive compensation
and
401k match
Comprehensive
health
coverage
(medical, dental, vision)
Commuter Benefits
through our Flexible Spending Account
LeafLink’s employee-centric culture has earned us a coveted spot on
BuiltInNYC’s Best Places to Work for in 2021 list.
Learn more about LeafLink’s history and the path to our First Billion in Wholesale Cannabis Orders
here
.
#J-18808-Ljbffr