Hybrid Information Security Manager

at Cayuse Holdings

• Job title: Information Security Manager
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: $100,000 - $160,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: Cyber Security, Firewalls
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Austin, United States

About the role

• Information Security Manager responsible for ensuring security of data, systems, and networks at Cayuse. Leading development and monitoring of security policies, practices, and controls.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve organizational information security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Ensure alignment of security policies with organizational goals, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001).
• Monitor and enforce compliance with security standards for staff and third-party vendors.
• Conduct regular audits, gap analyses, and performance assessments of security policies and controls, addressing deficiencies and making recommendations.
• Conduct periodic risk assessments for IT systems, infrastructure, and vendors to identify vulnerabilities, threats, and weaknesses.
• Work with internal teams to mitigate known vulnerabilities and prioritize remediation strategies.
• Utilize vulnerability scanning tools and methodologies to proactively safeguard systems.
• Supervise the management and monitoring of security information and event management (SIEM) systems to promptly detect and respond to security breaches.
• Direct security incident response efforts, including managing containment, analysis, and remediation actions, and leading post-incident investigations.
• Analyze root causes of security violations and design proactive measures to prevent recurrence.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity teams, IT departments, and third-party vendors in supporting a robust incident response process.
• Oversee configuration, management, and monitoring of security systems, such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, encryption protocols, and antivirus software.
• Safeguard sensitive data by managing access controls and permissions, ensuring compliance with data protection regulations such as GDPR, HIPAA, and CCPA.
• Implement and enforce secure protocols for data at rest, in transit, and during processing.
• Develop and deliver ongoing cybersecurity awareness and training programs to all organizational employees.
• Advocate for a security-first culture by providing guidance and resources to non-technical teams.
• Conduct phishing simulations and other exercises to assess and improve employee preparedness.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and standards, such as SOC 2, PCI DSS, FISMA, or other industry-specific requirements.
• Maintain detailed documentation and prepare reports for stakeholders, auditors, and regulatory organizations.

Requirements

• 1-3 years of experience in the field for Level 1
• 4-7 years of experience in the field for Level 2
• 8 or more years of experience for Level 3
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field (desired)
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in information security, cybersecurity, or IT risk management (desired)
• At least 2 years in a leadership or managerial role in information security (desired)

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
• Voluntary Life and AD&D options
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with matching after one year
• Paid Time Off