Ares Management · 8 hours ago
Cybersecurity Controls Engineering Manager
Washington, DC
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$240K/yr - $270K/yr
10+ years expAres Management is a leading investment firm committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive work environment. They are seeking a Security Controls Engineering Manager to lead their Security Controls Engineering team, focusing on the design and management of enterprise security controls across various domains including fleet security, DevOps, and AI security.
FinanceProperty & Casualty InsuranceProfessional ServicesAsset ManagementBusiness DevelopmentCreditFinancial ServicesInsurance
Responsibilities
Define and communicate the vision, strategy, and roadmap for the Security Controls Engineering team
Serve as the technical authority for enterprise security controls, providing hands-on guidance and expertise
Partner with senior engineers to lead the design and implementation of security controls for fleet, DevOps, app, data, cloud, and AI environments
Hire, develop, mentor, and retain cybersecurity engineering talent from diverse backgrounds
Foster an inclusive, psychologically safe team environment where individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and working styles can succeed
Model equitable decision making and promote diverse perspective in engineering discussions
Act as a key advisor to business and technology stakeholders
Oversee the execution of security control projects from initiation through deployment and support
Continuously improve governance, metrics, and processes within the team
Manage relationships with vendors and service providers
Collaborate with incident response teams to ensure controls are integrated into workflows
Provide regular updates and reports on the status and effectiveness of security controls
Qualification
Required
Strong foundation in security engineering, architecture, and operations
Hands-on experience with cloud-native security controls, automation, and orchestration
Proficiency in scripting and automation (Python, PowerShell, etc.)
Experience with security monitoring, logging, and integration with SIEM/SOAR platforms
Deep expertise in cloud security (Azure, AWS, GCP) and AI security controls
Familiarity with EDR, device management, data protection technologies, and generalized security platforms (e.g., Microsoft 365 Defender)
Excellent leadership and team management skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, supported by inclusive collaboration with team members with diverse working and thinking styles
Ability to stay updated with the latest security trends and threats
Effective communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to drive change and build consensus across diverse groups
Significant experience in cybersecurity engineering (typically 10+ years), with significant hands-on experience in security architecture and controls engineering or equivalent practical expertise gained through nontraditional paths
Proven track record of designing, deploying, and managing enterprise security controls
Experience leading technical teams and delivering complex security projects
Experience in regulated industries (finance, healthcare, etc.) is a plus
Bachelor's degree, relevant technical training, or equivalent hands-on experience. We welcome candidates with nontraditional educational paths
Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and attention to detail
Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results in a dynamic environment while maintaining healthy work practices
Proven track record of developing and maintaining structured processes that support efficiency, scalability, and rapid business growth
Commitment to continuous learning and improvement
Role requires occasional coordination with global teams; we support flexible scheduling to accommodate individual needs
The team supports different communication and work styles
Preferred
Professional certifications (e.g., CISSP, GSEC, GCIA, OSCP) are valued but not required
Advanced certifications in cloud and AI security are a plus
Benefits
Comprehensive Medical/Rx
Dental and Vision plans
401(k) program with company match
Flexible Savings Accounts (FSA)
Healthcare Savings Accounts (HSA) with company contribution
Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance
Long-Term Disability (LTD) and Short-Term Disability (STD) insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Commuter Benefits plan for parking and transit
Access to a world-class medical advisory team
A mental health app that includes coaching, therapy and psychiatry
A mindfulness and wellbeing app
Financial wellness benefit that includes access to a financial advisor
New parent leave
Reproductive and adoption assistance
Emergency backup care
Matching gift program
Education sponsorship program
Company
Ares Management
Ares Management is an alternative asset manager focusing on credit, private equity, and real estate.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$5.4B2025-10-29Post Ipo Equity· $1.5B
2025-01-09Post Ipo Equity· $2.3B
2024-10-09Post Ipo Debt· $750M
Leadership Team
Michael Arougheti
Director, Co-Founder & Current CEO
Antony Ressler
Co-Founder, Director and Executive Chairman
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