Benchmark ยท 1 month ago
Senior Manager Information Security
Benchmark is a company focused on innovation for a healthier and better-connected world. The Senior Manager, Information Security Operations is responsible for leading the organization's cybersecurity program, overseeing security operations, incident response, and threat intelligence to safeguard enterprise systems and data.
Responsibilities
Develop and execute the cybersecurity operations strategy, processes and playbooks aligned with organizational objectives
Lead a team of security analysts and engineers, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning
Drive continuous improvement in security operations through automation, threat intelligence integration, and advanced analytics
Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on operational security risks, emerging threats, and mitigation strategies
Oversee 24/7 Security Operations Center (SOC) activities, including threat detection, analysis, and incident response, ensuring timely escalation and root cause analysis
Establish and track operational KPIs and metrics to measure the effectiveness of security tools, processes and risk exposure
Maintain and test incident response plans and disaster recovery procedures
Manage vulnerability assessment and remediation programs across IT and OT (Operational Technology) environments
Collaborate with IT and business units to ensure timely patching and configuration hardening
Integrate threat intelligence into operational workflows to proactively mitigate risks
Maintain compliance with relevant regulations and standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST CSF, GDPR, CMMC) applicable to the manufacturing sector
Develop and enforce security policies, procedures, and operational playbooks
Conduct regular audits and assessments to validate security posture and operational effectiveness
Evaluate and implement advanced security tools for threat intelligence, SIEM, EDR, and OT security monitoring
Collaborate with IT and OT teams to secure industrial control systems (ICS) and IoT devices
Drive automation and orchestration initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce response times
Partner with IT, engineering, and business stakeholders to embed security into processes and projects
Serve as a key point of escalation for critical security incidents and executive communications
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field (Master's preferred)
8 - 10 years in information security, with at least 5 years in a leadership role focused on security operations
Proven experience managing SOC, incident response, and vulnerability management programs
Hands-on experience with SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS, vulnerability management tools, and incident response processes
Strong knowledge of security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001) and regulatory compliance requirements (e.g., PCI, HIPAA, CMMC)
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Relevant certifications (CISSP, CISM, GIAC, etc.) highly desirable
Preferred
Experience with cloud security operations (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Knowledge of automation tools and scripting for security workflows
Strong understanding of SIEM, EDR, SOAR, and threat intelligence platforms
Ability to operate in fast-paced, high-pressure environments
Company
Benchmark
Benchmark has been making successful products for Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) since 1986.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1990-07-06IPO
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