About the role

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The Cybersecurity Platform Manager is responsible for managing, configuring, and fine-tuning cybersecurity platforms such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, SIEM, SOAR, and vulnerability management tools. The role involves monitoring security systems, optimizing tools, collaborating with IT and OT teams, and maintaining documentation. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field, hands-on experience in cybersecurity operations, and relevant certifications.

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Key Responsibilities

Manage, configure, and fine-tune cybersecurity platforms which can include firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), endpoint protection, SIEM, SOAR, identity access management tools and vulnerability management tools.
Monitor security systems and logs for incidents, anomalies, and breaches; respond promptly with corrective actions.
Optimize and integrate security tools to improve detection accuracy, reduce false positives, and enhance automated response.
Collaborate with IT, OT, and development teams to ensure secure deployment of applications, services, and infrastructure.
Provide expert guidance on cybersecurity best practices, risk management, and threat mitigation.
Maintain documentation of configurations, incident responses, and system changes.
Track and report on key cybersecurity performance metrics to management.
Stay current with evolving threat landscapes, attack techniques, and security technologies.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field.
Proven hands-on experience in cybersecurity operations, system tuning, and security platform management.
Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CompTIA Security+, CEH, or vendor-specific certifications (e.g., Palo Alto, Splunk, CrowdStrike) are advantageous.
Strong knowledge of security standards and frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, and CIS Controls.
Familiarity with enterprise IT environments, networking, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), and hybrid infrastructures.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to act quickly during incidents.