IT Security Manager Job in Syracuse, NY:
Permanent
Syracuse, New York
20 Jun 2025
IT Security Manager Job in Syracuse, NY (Hybrid):
Direct Hire
Salary Range: $120,000 - 150,000 based on experience, education, geographic location and other factors.
This Individual will need to be in Syracuse 2 days week.
IT Security Manager role is responsible for developing and driving the IT Security Incident Management team, processes and capabilities, the Vulnerability Management process and capabilities, the Cyber & Phishing Security Awareness process and capabilities, and the investigation and forensic documentation of reported IT Security policy violations.
Responsibilities of the IT Security Manager Job in Syracuse, NY:
Develop, lead, and manage the Security Operations Team.
Develop and maintain information security policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines based on best practices (NIST/CIS), regulatory (PCI/DFS), and legal compliance.
Performs quantitative risk analysis and threat modeling to conduct quantitative cyber risk analysis.
Develops prioritized risk mitigation strategies.
Conducts Information Security audit activities.
Remain up to date on trends and issues in the security industry, including current and emerging technologies
Assist in enhancing the IT Security Program by managing the day-to-day monitoring and alerting of Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) technology.
Provide guidance and security policy interpretation to managing risk on Windows/Linux servers and desktops, Active Directory (Group Policy), network communications, company data stores, perimeter networks, virtual private networks, and e-mail communications.
High level of expertise in Windows/Linux Servers/Services.
Network monitoring, log management, and log analysis from a variety of network sensors to investigate suspect network activity.
Work with the Infrastructure team and third-party solutions to interpret activity from system logs and network traffic to recognize and react to anomalies that may indicate vulnerabilities or unauthorized exploitation of resources.
Desired Qualifications of the IT Security Manager Job in Syracuse, NY:
Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or Engineering or equivalent experience preferred
Graduate degree in Information Security
Experience with NIST, CIS, and ITIL Highly desirable
Minimum 10 years experience in Information Technology
Minimum 5 years experience in IT Security Experience with Security Incident Management, GRC, IAM, Threat Intel, SOC, Vulnerability/Penetration testing, Data Security, SDLC, Cloud Security
Experience performing security investigations
Experience with Vulnerability Management tools
Experience with 3rd party penetration testing activities is highly preferred.
Certifications: CISSP, GCFA, GCFE, CEH or GPEN is highly desirable. GSEC, SSCP, ECSA or CISM is desirable. MCSE, MCSA, CCNA, or CCNP is a plus.
Benefit Offering:
Excellent Health, Dental & Vision Coverage
401(k) with a Company Match
Paid Vacation and Holidays
Training and Development
For more information or to be considered for the IT Security Manager Job in Syracuse, NY please contact Thomas McCarthy at Thomas.Mccarthy@akkodis.com
Pay Details: $120,000.00 to $150,000.00 per year
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance