DESCRIPTION

Interact provides enterprise-grade intranet software that connects over three million employees to leading global names like Levi’s, Domino’s, Teva Pharmaceuticals, and Technicolor.
Our team of customer-focused problem solvers are passionate about helping organizations to communicate better. We do this together by constantly working to improve every service and product we offer. With offices in Manchester, New York, Dubai, Tulsa, and Poland, we operate across North America, EMEA, and Australia.
Click on any of our vacancies and you’ll see one thing in common – they all begin with this message. Why? Because at Interact we treat everyone with the same respect and honesty. Whether you’re a developer fresh out of college or a seasoned salesperson, we live the motto that we uphold for our customers: our people are our most valuable assets.
We are seeking a Lead Cyber Security Engineer to oversee and guide our blue and red teams.
In this role you will lead the implementation and maintain robust security solutions that safeguard the organisational assets against cyber threats. Proactively identifying vulnerabilities, mitigating risks, and enhancing the overall security posture through continuous monitoring, incident response, and adherence to industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and stay abreast of emerging technologies, building a resilient and secure environment, fostering trust and confidence in our organisation’s digital infrastructure.

• Manage the team to ensure the cyber teams are aligned in their daily operations to ensure the business is operating in a secure manner.
• Coach and guide the team members in their various experiences to adopt best practices and ensure secure operations.
• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive cybersecurity strategies to protect organizational assets against cyber threats.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and vulnerability scans to identify potential security gaps and mitigate risks effectively.
• Design and deploy robust security architecture, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption mechanisms, to safeguard network infrastructure and data.
• Monitor security infrastructure for suspicious activities, investigate incidents, and implement incident response procedures to minimize impact and ensure timely resolution.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security controls into the development lifecycle of applications, systems, and networks.
• Stay updated on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices to continuously enhance security posture and mitigate potential risks.
• Provide guidance and support to internal stakeholders on security-related matters, including policy development, awareness training, and compliance requirements.
• Participate in security audits, compliance assessments, and regulatory reviews to ensure adherence to relevant standards and regulations.
• Maintain documentation of security processes, procedures, and incident response plans to facilitate knowledge sharing and continuity of operations.
• Proactively identify opportunities for automation and optimization of security operations to improve efficiency and effectiveness.