Codal

IT Security Manager

CHICAGO, ILPosted a month ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from Codal

  • Job overview

    The IT Security Manager at Codal leads and enhances the organization's cybersecurity posture, managing security operations and policies to protect critical IT assets.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The role involves developing and maintaining IT security policies, overseeing security operations and incident response, conducting security audits and risk analyses, managing security technologies, ensuring compliance with standards, leading security training, and coordinating breach responses.

  • Experience and skills

    Candidates need a bachelor's degree in a related field, 5+ years in IT security with 2+ years in management, strong knowledge of security technologies and frameworks, and preferred certifications like CISSP or CISM; JumpCloud Administration experience is a plus.

  • Career development

    Codal offers professional roadmap development to help employees advance their careers through collaboration with innovative organizations and exposure to cutting-edge technologies.

  • Work environment and culture

    Codal promotes a community focused on long-term success, equal employment opportunities, and vigilance against recruitment scams, fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment.

  • Company information

    Codal is an award-winning web design and development consultancy specializing in application modernization, eCommerce, UX/UI design, product strategy, data analytics, and AI, working with enterprise clients on innovative digital solutions.

  • Application process

    Candidates are cautioned to communicate only through official @codal.com emails and warned against recruitment scams; no payment is requested during hiring.

Company overview

Codal is a Chicago-based digital agency that specializes in UX design, web and mobile app development, and eCommerce solutions. They generate revenue by offering end-to-end digital services, including user research, interface design, software engineering, and ongoing support for businesses across various industries. Founded in 2009, Codal has built a reputation for delivering high-quality, user-centric digital products and has worked with notable clients such as Pepsi, QuickBooks, and United Airlines. Their emphasis on a data-driven approach and agile methodologies ensures they stay at the forefront of technological innovation.

How to land this job

  • Tailor your resume to emphasize your leadership in IT security management, highlighting experience in developing and implementing security policies, overseeing security operations, and incident response.

  • Focus on showcasing your expertise with security technologies such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM tools, and encryption, as well as your knowledge of compliance with standards like ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, HIPAA, and PCI-DSS.

  • Apply through multiple channels including Codal's official corporate website and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and ensure you meet all application requirements.

  • Connect with current IT security or cybersecurity leaders at Codal on LinkedIn; start conversations with ice breakers like complimenting recent Codal projects in cybersecurity or asking about the company’s approach to emerging security threats.

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