Chief Cybersecurity Protection Officer

5 days ago

Kuwait City, Al Asimah American International University Full time

Join American International University as we seek a highly skilled Cybersecurity Lead Architect to oversee the security of our university systems and data. This role requires a strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, network security, and insider threat detection.

About the Role:

  • Develop and Implement Cybersecurity Strategy: Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy that addresses both external and internal threats.
  • Maintain Network Security: Monitor network traffic and system logs to detect potential security issues from within the university, including improper use by students, faculty, or staff.
  • Oversee Cybersecurity Infrastructure: Oversee the university's cybersecurity infrastructure, ensuring that tools like Barracuda, Microsoft Sentinel One, and SOS software are optimized to prevent internal data leaks or misuse.
  • Conduct Security Assessments: Conduct ethical hacking, penetration testing, and vulnerability assessments, with a specific focus on identifying insider threats and preventing unauthorized access to sensitive information by internal users.
  • Collaborate with Departments: Collaborate with HR and academic departments to monitor faculty, staff, and student access levels and ensure compliance with cybersecurity policies.
  • Lead Cybersecurity Awareness Training: Lead cybersecurity awareness training for all staff, faculty, and students, ensuring compliance with university policies and the latest best practices in cybersecurity.
  • Develop and Enforce Policies: Develop and enforce cybersecurity policies, including measures to prevent internal breaches, data theft, and unauthorized access by university personnel.
  • Audit Access Control Systems: Regularly audit access control systems and user privileges, ensuring internal threats are swiftly identified and mitigated.
  • Manage Incident Response: Manage incident response protocols for both external attacks and internal security breaches.
  • Ensure Compliance: Ensure full compliance with local and international data protection laws and university regulations concerning internal data access.

Requirements:

  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field (Master's preferred).
  • Experience: Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in cybersecurity management, with experience addressing internal threats, insider risks, or misuse of IT systems.
  • Certifications: Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker) required.
  • Skills: Strong understanding of network security, insider threat detection, and vulnerability management.
  • Leadership Skills: Leadership skills and the ability to communicate cybersecurity risks effectively to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Knowledge: Strong knowledge of cybersecurity laws, regulations, and industry standards, with particular focus on managing insider threats.

The estimated annual salary for this role is around $115,000-$145,000 based on industry standards and location considerations.

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