Cyber Security Lead

DRS RADA is a global pioneer of RADAR systems for active military protection, counter-drone applications, critical infrastructure protection, and border surveillance.

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Cyber Security Lead to spearhead the organization’s cybersecurity strategy, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our systems and data. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in cybersecurity, experience with a variety of security tools, and a solid understanding of Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) frameworks.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and implement a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy aligned with organizational goals.
Lead the identification, assessment, and mitigation of cybersecurity risks.
Oversee the monitoring, detection, and response to security incidents and threats.
Implement and manage security tools, including but not limited to:
Firewall and Network Security: FortiGate, Palo Alto.
Secure Web Gateway: Netskope or similar cloud security solutions.
Endpoint Protection and Data Loss Prevention : OPSWAT, Symantec, Netskope, CrowdStrike.
Network Access Control (NAC): ClearPass or similar platforms.
SIEM and Threat Management: Splunk, or Azure Sentinel.
Email and Phishing Protection: Checkpoint Harmony, Microsoft Defender.
Microsoft Security ( MCAS, Conditional Access)
Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory and industry standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST).
Conduct security awareness training for employees to foster a culture of security.
Collaborate with IT teams to integrate security into system design and operations.
Develop and maintain cybersecurity policies, procedures, and incident response plans.
Lead security audits, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing.
Stay informed about the latest cybersecurity threats, tools, and best practices.

Requirements:

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field.
5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on implementing and managing security tools.
Proficiency in managing security solutions like FortiGate, Netskope, ClearPass, OPSWAT, and similar platforms.
In-depth knowledge of risk management and compliance frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, or COBIT.
Strong understanding of network and system security concepts.
Experience leading security initiatives and managing a team.
Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, CRISC, or vendor-specific certifications (e.g., Fortinet NSE, Aruba Certified).
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Security clearance preferred.