the Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA)

the Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA)

Information Security Manager

Madison, WI, US

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 734 days ago
CybersecurityPenetration TestingSIEMSOARSOC OperationsIncident ResponseComplianceProject ManagementStakeholder ManagementPerformance ManagementFirewallHIPAALeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingCISSP

About the role

  • This position provides direct people leadership and technical oversight across the security program, recommending and setting standards and metrics to ensure a resilient and proactive and effective security posture.
  • This is a hybrid position that will require you to work on-site in our Madison, WI office location at least two days a week.
  • The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association is a private, nonprofit corporation that encourages individuals and organizations to make gifts to the university and to connect with the UW.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or relevant experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, or abilities.
  • 7 + years of progressive experience in cybersecurity, security engineering, or a related field.
  • 3 + years of experience directly managing or leading technical security teams, including hiring, performance management, and staff development.
  • 5 + years of hands-on experience with enterprise security tools and technologies, including SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and endpoint protection platforms.
  • 5 + years of experience with security architecture, incident response, vulnerability management, and compliance programs.
  • Familiarity with regulatory frameworks and compliance standards including HIPAA, PCI-DSS, and NIST.
  • Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks, compliance standards, and enterprise risk.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to prioritize competing demands.
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills, including the ability to present to senior leadership.
  • Capable of maintaining a high degree of confidentiality and responsibility regarding information related to WFAA and any affiliate organizations.
  • At WFAA, we are dedicated to creating an inspiring, creative, and respectful work environment for our employees.
  • We offer competitive pay and an outstanding benefits program, including a generous 10% 401k contribution after just one year of service!
  • Join us and be part of a team that values your growth and well-being.
  • Click here to learn more about our employee benefits!
  • Its legal corporate name is registered as the University of Wisconsin Foundation.

Equal opportunity

  • Just as the university community benefits from differing viewpoints, perspectives, and experiences, inclusion and diversity are imperative for the success of our mission.
  • WFAA values people and the differences that they bring to the organization, and creates an environment in which all staff members and constituents feel respected and have opportunities to thrive.
  • Essential Functions Security Governance, Risk & Compliance Lead and oversee the compliance with regulatory frameworks and internal policy requirements including HIPAA, PCI-DSS, and NIST.
  • Ensure consistent application of security patches, vulnerability remediation, access controls, and configuration hardening across endpoints, servers, cloud workloads, and network environments.

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