Global Cyber Security Manager
Object Technology Solution
Houston, TX
Description
Job Information
Job Opening ID
OTSI_2202_JOB
Industry
Engineering
Date Opened
05/29/2025
Job Type
Full time
Work Experience
5+ years
City
Houston
State/Province
Texas
Country
United States
Zip/Postal Code
00000
About Us
OTSI is a leading global technology company offering solutions, consulting, and managed services for businesses worldwide since 1999. OTSI serves clients from its 15 offices across 6 countries around the globe with a “Follow-the-Sun” model. Headquartered in Overland Park, Kansas, we have a strong presence in North America, Central America, and Asia-Pacific with a Global Delivery Center based in India. These strategic locations offer our customers the competitive advantages of onshore, nearshore, and offshore engagement and delivery options, with 24/7 support. OTSI works with 100+ enterprise customers, of which many are Fortune ranked, OTSI focuses on industry segments such as Banking, Financial Services & Insurance, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Energy & Utilities, Communications & Media Entertainment, Engineering & Telecom, Retail & Consumer Services, Hi-tech, Manufacturing, Engineering, transport logistics, Government, Defense & PSUs.
Our focused technologies are:
Data & Analytics (Traditional EDW, BI, Big data, Data Engineering, Data Management, Data Modernization, Data Insights)- Digital Transformation (Cloud Computing, Mobility, Micro Services, RPA, DevOps)
- QA & Automation (Manual Testing, Nonfunctional testing, Test Automation, Digital Testing)
- Enterprise Applications (SAP, Java Full stack, Microsoft, Custom Development)
- Disruptive Technologies (Edge Computing/IOT, Block Chain, AR/VR, Biometric)
Job Description
Object Technology Solutions, Inc (OTSI) has an immediate opening for a Global IT Cyber Security Manager
Global IT Cyber Security Manager– (Hybrid – Houston, TX)
Major Responsibilities:
- The Global IT Cyber Security Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing a robust cybersecurity program aligned with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework and defense-in-depth methodology. This role ensures the protection of the Client's global IT infrastructure, data, and applications through strategic security architecture, operational controls, and compliance management. The manager leads cross-functional teams to deploy and maintain advanced security technologies, including Palo Alto firewalls, Cisco networking stacks, Office 365, Azure security tools, Zscaler, and drives security awareness and compliance globally.
Security Framework & Strategy
Develop and maintain cybersecurity policies and procedures based on the NIST Cybersecurity Framework to ensure comprehensive risk management and regulatory compliance.
Implement a defense-in-depth security strategy that layers multiple security controls across the network, endpoint, application, and data layers.
Translate business risk requirements into technical security controls and metrics for ongoing performance monitoring
Conduct annual penetration testing in accordance with NIST guidelines to proactively identify exploitable vulnerabilities in organizational systems, networks, and applications
Establish and maintain a continuous vulnerability management program, including periodic vulnerability scanning of systems and applications, timely identification of new vulnerabilities, and prompt remediation in line with NIST requirements.
Network & Infrastructure Security
Oversee the configuration, deployment, and management of Palo Alto firewalls to safeguard network perimeters and internal segments.
Configure port security, DHCP snooping, and dynamic ARP inspection to prevent MAC flooding, rogue device access, and layer-2 attacks
Deploy 802.1X authentication for network access control (NAC), integrating with Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) for dynamic policy enforcement
Macro-Segmentation: Use VRFs and VLANs to isolate high-risk zones (e.g., IoT, guest networks) from core enterprise systems
Micro-Segmentation: Enforce granular policies via Cisco TrustSec/Security Group Tags (SGTs), limiting east-west traffic between workloads based on identity/context
Use NetFlow/IPFIX to baseline normal traffic patterns and detect anomalies (e.g., lateral movement, data exfiltration)
Utilize Azure Security Center, Network Security Groups (NSG), and ExpressRoute to secure cloud infrastructure and hybrid environments.
Conduct regular network vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and remediate security gaps
Email & Data Protection
Implement and manage email security solutions including inbound/outbound email filtering, encryption, and anti-phishing controls.
Deploy Data Loss Prevention (DLP) technologies to prevent unauthorized data exfiltration across email, endpoints, and cloud services.
Manage eDiscovery processes to support legal and compliance requirements related to data retention and investigations
Identity & Access Management
Enforce multi-factor authentication (MFA) across all critical systems to mitigate unauthorized access risks.
Oversee user access controls and privilege management in Office 365 and other enterprise applications.
Integrate security awareness training programs such as KnowBe4 to educate employees on cybersecurity best practices and phishing prevention
Audit, Compliance & Risk Management
Lead internal and external security audits to ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards.
Monitor adherence to cybersecurity policies and regulatory requirements, addressing any deviations or vulnerabilities.
Collaborate with legal, compliance, and IT teams to manage cyber risk and vendor security assessments
Team Leadership & Collaboration
Manage and mentor cybersecurity staff, fostering continuous learning and professional development.
Coordinate with IT operations, network, and cloud teams to implement security controls and incident response plans.
Serve as a strategic liaison between executive leadership and technical teams to communicate security posture and initiatives.
Project Management
Lead and manage global cybersecurity projects from initiation through completion, ensuring alignment with business objectives, timelines, and budgets.
Develop comprehensive project plans, define scope, allocate resources, and manage project risks and issues.
Coordinate cross-functional teams, vendors, and stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery and implementation of security initiatives.
Track and report project progress to executive leadership, providing clear updates on milestones, risks, and outcomes.
Apply project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches) to optimize project execution and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Deep knowledge of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework and defense-in-depth security principles.
Strong project management skills required to develop business case justifications for acquiring and implementing new technologies. Strong ability to initiate and manage projects from inception to completion.
Must have strong leadership skills to lead the cybersecurity team and collaborate with other teams to implement new technologies. Experienced at managing, developing, and leading teams.
Strong verbal and written communication skills are necessary to successfully create policies, presentations, and global communications.
Hands-on experience with Palo Alto firewalls and Cisco networking technologies (switching, routing).
Expertise in Office 365 security stack, Azure Security Center, NSG, and ExpressRoute configurations.
Proficiency in email security solutions, DLP, and eDiscovery tools.
Strong understanding of identity and access management, including MFA implementation.
Experience with security awareness platforms such as KnowBe4.
Proven ability to lead audits, compliance efforts, and manage cyber risk.
Excellent communication skills to work across global teams and stakeholders.
About us:
OTSI is a leading global technology company offering solutions, consulting, and managed services for businesses worldwide since 1999. OTSI serves clients from its 15 offices across 6 countries around the globe with a “Follow-the-Sun” model. Headquartered in Overland Park, Kansas, we have a strong presence in North America, Central America, and Asia-Pacific with a Global Delivery Centre based in India. These strategic locations offer our customers the competitive advantages of onshore, near shore, and offshore engagement and delivery options, with 24/7 support. OTSI works with 100+ enterprise customers, of which many are Fortune ranked, OTSI focuses on industry segments such as Banking, Financial Services & Insurance, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Energy & Utilities, Communications & Media Entertainment, Engineering & Telecom, Retail & Consumer Services, Hi-tech, Manufacturing, Engineering, transport logistics, Government, Defence & PSUs.
Our Centre of Excellence:
Data & Analytics
Digital Transformation
QA & Automation
Enterprise Applications
Disruptive Technologies