Key Responsibilities:

Security Strategy and Policy:

• Develop and maintain an organization-wide IT security strategy and policies.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, ISO 27001).

Security Architecture:

• Design and maintain a robust security architecture for the organization’s IT systems.
• Implement security controls, technologies, and solutions to protect against cyber threats.

Incident Response:

• Develop and manage an incident response plan for addressing security incidents.
• Lead investigations and coordinate incident response efforts.

Security Awareness:

• Conduct security awareness training for employees to promote a culture of security.
• Ensure staff members understand and adhere to security policies.

Vulnerability Management:

• Identify and assess vulnerabilities in the organization’s systems and networks.
• Implement patch management processes and mitigate vulnerabilities.

Security Monitoring:

• Deploy and manage security monitoring tools and systems.
• Monitor network traffic, logs, and alerts for suspicious activities.

Security Audits and Assessments:

• Conduct regular security audits and assessments to identify weaknesses.
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors.

Security Team Management:

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of security professionals.
• Ensure team members are trained and equipped to handle security tasks.

Emerging Threats and Trends:

• Stay current with cybersecurity threats, trends, and technologies.

Experience and Qualifications Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Security, or related field (IT Security Specialization preferred if any).
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA will be an advantage.
• 5+ years of experience in information security, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Strong understanding of security frameworks, standards, and best practices.
• Knowledge of network and system security, cryptography, and security technologies.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with security assessment tools and techniques.
• General knowledge of oil and gas business processes.