Sr. Cybersecurity Lead

 Sr. Cybersecurity Lead 

Great Plains Communications is looking for an experienced Sr. Cybersecurity Lead to join our growing team. 

This is a remote position that requires the person hired to reside in either Nebraska, Iowa, Indiana or Colorado.

Job Summary: The Sr. Cybersecurity Lead is responsible for implementing and overseeing the organization’s cybersecurity strategy. Collaborating with the security team, the Lead will identify, assess, and mitigate security risks while ensuring compliance with industry standards. This role reports to the Director of Security & Infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee cybersecurity programs and incident response plans.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy.
• Conduct risk assessments and utilize security tools to identify vulnerabilities.
• Promote security awareness through employee training.
• Research and implement new cybersecurity technologies.
• Maintain documentation and compliance with regulations.
• Lead and manage team performance and vendor partnerships.

Qualifications:

• BA/BS in Computer Science or related field, with 5+ years of leadership experience in cybersecurity.
• Strong knowledge of security concepts and practices, including familiarity with NIST, ISO 27001, and compliance standards like GDPR and PCI DSS.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly.
• Relevant certifications (CISSP, CISM, CISA) preferred.

This position requires a proactive leader who is passionate about cybersecurity and committed to continuous improvement in security practices.

Competitive wage and benefits provided.  EOE.

Ready to make an impact? Apply today at www.gpcom.com/careers.

Great Plains Communications is one of the largest privately-owned telecommunications providers in the Midwest, serving communities throughout Nebraska, Iowa, Colorado and Southeastern Indiana. Business and enterprise services range from traditional and cloud-based voice and data products to installation and support of strategic networks with fully scalable, managed Ethernet solutions. The company also takes pride in its progressive approach to accommodating the unique needs of wholesale customers, including regional and national telecommunications carriers, LECs, ISPs, wireless and other providers utilizing superior custom engineering and custom-build strategies. In addition, the company serves residential customers with an impressive suite of services including high speed Internet, cable and streaming video, and local and long-distance telephone services. At the core of its service offering is an extensive 13,500+- mile, MEF certified regional fiber network reaching 13 states that is fully supported by a 24x7x365, Network Operations Center.

Founded in 1910 by E.C. Hunt as a Nebraska phone company, Great Plains Communications has evolved over the past century, keeping pace with technology and increasing bandwidth demands to become a leading regional network and fiber services provider.

The company is headquartered in Blair, Nebraska and is owned by Grain Management, LLC: a leading private equity firm focused on investments in the Communications sector.