Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field; Master's preferred., At least 5 years of experience in IT security., Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CEH are strongly preferred., Strong understanding of security protocols, cryptography, and security management practices..

Key responsibilities:

Develop and maintain security policies, standards, and guidelines.

Lead responses to security incidents and conduct post-event analyses.

Manage security awareness programs and conduct risk assessments.

Collaborate with teams and vendors to ensure security compliance and protection.

Job description

Title – IT Security Manager (remote)

Reports to: VP, Information Technology

At Community Veterinary Partners (CVP), we believe pets bring kindness and compassion to the world, which is why we're dedicated to creating meaningful moments with pets and people.

As an integrated community of more than 3600 Team Members and 140+ hospitals, our team is passionate about caring for pets, their families, and one another. We provide resources and mentorship to support growth and drive innovation in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment. At CVP, you'll find a community that fosters connection and collaboration, all while nurturing those special moments that strengthen the bond between pets and people.

SUMMARY

We are seeking a qualified IT Security Manager, responsible for protecting the organization’s digital assets and ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information systems. This role involves developing and implementing security policies, managing risk assessments, and responding to security incidents. You will need a strong background in security management, proficiency in security best practices, and a commitment to maintaining a secure environment.

We are a people-centered organization, and you will regularly support and interact with individual hospitals, employees, and vendors ensuring the delivery of a great experience to clients and team members.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain security policies, standards, and guidelines
Regular interaction with our Managed Service Provider and security vendors to ensure the protection of company assets
Lead the response to security incidents and provide thorough post-event analyses
Manage a security awareness program to educate employees on the importance of security
Conduct regular risk assessments and vulnerability analyses of the organization’s systems and networks
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure security is integrated throughout project lifecycles
Monitor security tools and systems for potential threats and suspicious activity
Stay current with emerging cyber threats and security technologies
Manage relationships with external vendors, auditors, and regulatory bodies
Ensure compliance with relevant laws and standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, PCI)

Competencies

Professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to collaborate well across key functional areas of the business to drive strategic priorities
Ability to think logically in following procedures and instructions
Strong analytical skills
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
Communication skills across technical and non-technical stakeholders and attention to detail

Preferred Experience and Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field (Master’s preferred)
5+ years of experience in IT security
Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CEH strongly preferred.
In-depth understanding of security protocols, cryptography, authentication, and authorization
Experience with Microsoft 365 security and environments including Entra Admin Center, Azure, and SharePoint
Strong communication and project management skills
Arctic Wolf experience a plus

Travel Requirements

Monthly travel expected, variable based upon location

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely involves standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Community Veterinary Partners. is committed to equal opportunity in employment. It is the Company’s policy that equal employment opportunity be provided without regard to age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, covered veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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