What are the responsibilities and job description for the Information/Cyber Security Director position at Yoh, A Day & Zimmermann Company?
Job Title : Information / Cyber Security Director
Location : Plano, TX (Hybrid)
Type : Direct Hire
Responsibilities :
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of technology and information systems.
- Lead the creation and upkeep of Incident Response Plans and Cybersecurity procedures for IT.
- Stay updated on the latest in cybersecurity, digital privacy regulations, and standards across all regions.
- Identify and communicate current and emerging security threats.
- Oversee the architecture, design, implementation, and support of enterprise-class security systems based on CIS controls and related standards.
- Design security architecture elements to mitigate emerging threats.
- Anticipate stakeholder needs and discuss potential security and privacy solutions.
- Conduct and analyze security assessments, including program reviews, penetration testing, vulnerability testing, and risk analysis, providing recommendations based on findings.
- Create solutions that balance business requirements with information and cybersecurity needs.
- Review and recommend security configurations and policies for firewalls, VPN systems, routers, IDS scanning technologies, servers, computers, mobile devices, A / V devices, IoT, and IT systems.
- Ensure project integration and adjust scope, timing, and budgets as needed based on organizational needs.
- Analyze system logs, security tools, and network traffic for unusual or suspicious activity, and recommend actions to restore secure operations.
- Test and review new security software, tools, and technologies for operational applicability.
- Conduct ongoing interviews and assessments with internal groups and management to understand technology interactions and integrate cybersecurity measures.
- Collaborate with internal auditing, legal, and IT teams to ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and industry requirements (e.g., FERPA, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, FIPS, NIST, CISA, ISO 27001).
- Work with Senior Leadership to develop a strategic technology plan that aligns with business objectives and budget considerations.
- Oversee annual operating and capital budgets for all security platforms and hardware.
- Manage suppliers and vendors for information and cybersecurity.
Qualifications :
Preferred Credentials :
Estimated Min Rate : $150000.00
Estimated Max Rate : $220000.00
Note : Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.
Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Visit to contact us if you are an individual with a disability and require accommodation in the application process.
For California applicants, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All of the material job duties described in this posting are job duties for which a criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment.
Salary : $150,000 - $220,000
