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K&L Gates · 3 months ago

Senior Manager, Security Operation

Austin, TX

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$148K/yr - $296K/yr

10+ years exp

K&L Gates is a fully integrated global law firm with a commitment to innovation and excellence. They are seeking a Senior Manager, Security Operations to oversee cyber security, forensics, incident response, and physical security operations, ensuring data security and compliance while optimizing security technologies. The role involves implementing monitoring technologies, managing incident response systems, and developing comprehensive security strategies.

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Responsibilities

Implementing comprehensive strategies for network monitoring and intrusion detection analysis using defense tools like firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and host-based security systems

Performing log-based and endpoint-based threat detection to identify and safeguard against risks originating from various sources

Overseeing deployment of cloud-based detection to identify threats associated with cloud environments and firm-utilized services

Correlating activity across assets like endpoints, networks, and apps, as well as environments such as on-premises and cloud, to identify anomalous activity

Reviewing alerts and sensor data while documenting formal technical incident reports

Ensuring incident response support for network subscribers, including implementing containment and mitigation actions and coordinating forensic analysis when required

Supporting the creation of business continuity/disaster recovery plans, including conducting disaster recovery tests, publishing test results and addressing deficiencies

Working with security information and event management (SIEM) to manage/tune the system, create/manage the detection content and actively watch for alerts

Researching emerging threats and vulnerabilities to assist with identifying incidents

Conducting regular training sessions on intrusion detection, prevention systems, security incident response procedures, threat intelligence analysis, and log analysis within the team

Qualification

CybersecurityIncident responseDevSecOpsCloud securitySecurity automationRegulatory complianceMulti-cloud environmentsMicrosoft OfficeThreat intelligenceTeam leadership

Required

Possess Bachelors degree OR equivalent experience in the computer science, information security, cybersecurity or other related fields

Demonstrate expertise in DevSecOps security principles and industry best practices

Demonstrate experience in security automation and utilizing Generative AI to enhance security operations

Demonstrate the ability to build and sustain productive working relationships across every level of the firm

Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint

Demonstrate experience working in multi-cloud environments, including platforms like Azure, AWS, and GCP

10+ years experience in IT audit, enterprise risk management, penetration testing, red teaming, incident response and physical security operations

10+ years experience with regulatory compliance and information security frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIS 800-171

Demonstrate expertise in leading remote teams including performance management, succession planning, and fostering employee growth and development

Benefits

Medical/Prescription Drug Coverage (including a Health Savings Account feature)

Back-up Child/Elder Care and access to a caregiving concierge

Dental Insurance

Wellness Program

Vision Insurance

Pre-tax Commuting Benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan and Profit Sharing

Business Travel Accident Insurance

Short- and Long-term Disability Protection

Pet Insurance

Life Insurance (including Basic, Supplemental, Spouse, Child, and Accidental Death and Dismemberment)

Health Advocacy Services

Paid Time Off (25-30 days per year)

Identity Protection/Restoration and Fraud Insurance

Parental Leave (18 weeks of which 6 are paid; short-term disability may provide additional paid time off)

Student loan refinancing options and access to a student loan concierge service

Paid Holidays (12)

Addiction Resources

Family Building Benefits

Breast Milk Delivery and Lactation Support Services

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employees also may be eligible to receive bonuses and certain expense reimbursements

Employee Assistance Program

Professional Development and CLE Credit Opportunities

529 Deductions

Relocation

Accident Insurance

Employee Referral Program

Critical Illness Insurance

Hybrid/Remote Work Opportunities

Hospital Indemnity Insurance

Perks including: Technology, Entertainment, and Travel Discount Programs

Bereavement Leave

All other benefits (such as leaves of absence) required by law

Company

K&L Gates

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At K&L Gates, we foster an inclusive and collaborative environment across our fully integrated global platform that enables us to diligently combine the knowledge and expertise of our lawyers and policy professionals to create teams that provide exceptional client solutions.

Founded in 1883

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.klgates.com/

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