Manager, Security Operations Cover Letter

I am excited to be applying for the position of manager, security operations. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for specialist security support for BioMarin corporate events and meetings at the direction of Global Security management.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Requires practical experience with TCP/IP networking concepts
• Develop and maintain high level of knowledge across Corporate Security technologies
• Support the development of service delivery metrics and partner internally/externally to institute minimum service levels in support of internal business processes
• Enhance Corporate Security knowledgebase through organization and/or contribution of relevant materials
• Manage and orchestrate a team of technically diverse members
• Support the development of team members through coaching / mentoring both technical and ‘soft-skills’
• Work with peers and management to identify opportunities for improvement and bring forth actionable solutions
• Needs to be able to handle and manage high levels of psychological and physical stress over periods of time

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the manager, security operations position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for acceptable level of physical security protection for designated corporate facility locations that are aligned with corporate security strategy and budget guidelines.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Extensive experience training Security Technicians
• Expert knowledge of standards, security controls, information technology and information security
• Should understand the compliance, legal and ethical obligations that organizations should have with respect to sensitive information, including, SOX, PCI, GLBA, and SOC2
• Experience using HP Service Manager (ITSM)
• IT incident management experience
• IT change management experience
• Strong knowledge of security, firewalls, server administration, databases, VMware, Citrix and legacy Windows operating systems
• Deep technical knowledge in information technologies

Please consider me for the manager, security operations opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

Previously, I was responsible for all-encompassing security support to the program, including, but not limited to: badging, credentials, access control, security monitors, emergency management, and personnel security.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Information security certifications, such as CISSP, HCISPP, CISM, CISA, GCMP, GSE, GCFA preferred
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), and/or Certified Information Security Auditor (CISA), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Project Management Professional (PMP), and/or SANS Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) certifications preferred
• Demonstrated proficiency with personal computers in a networked environment and Microsoft Office applications or similar software
• Broad knowledge of information security best practices, IT controls implementation, software development lifecycle, and awareness of new approaches and techniques in information security technology
• Releases responses to vendor, audit, or due diligence requests for information
• Knowledge of IT control frameworks such as COBIT, NIST, ITIL and ISO 27001 is preferred
• Provide oversight of analysis activities and direct the activities of the team to ensure the effective resolution
• Contribute to the development of Attack Analysis standard operating procedures to ensure that they stay current and effective

I am excited to be applying for the position of manager, security operations. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for leadership for our corporate IT security function and manage a security strategy and budget that is forward-thinking.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Strong oral and written communication skills with internal and external contacts at all levels
• Capable of developing procedures and able to create documents that satisfy ISO27001 requirements
• Understanding of security management, cryptography, event management and correlation, end-point management, networks, operating systems (Unix and Windows) and security tools and technologies
• Demonstrates an appetite for change and shows a drive and intellect capable of operating at the next organisational level
• Experience of vendor management for cloud service providers and security management for the applications and services they provide
• Experience of KPI/Certificate management within a corporate environment
• Experience of service delivery through 3rd parties
• Proactive management of on-going supplier relationships to ensure service value to the Organisation

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the manager, security operations position.

Previously, I was responsible for management oversight to the continuous improvement of the security posture of the network as it pertains to firewall configuration and security policy implementation, including the development of new security zones, and analysis and lockdown of existing access-lists.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Advanced knowledge/experience with IDS/IPS, firewalls, advanced malware detection systems and other cyber security platforms
• Solid understanding of secure network design and fundamental system operations
• Manage scheduled security tasks (security services request fulfilment)
• Manage the outputs and deliverables from the security tooling including
• Provide technical and industry expertise to staff, partners and IT management
• Manages technical professionals in planning, design, implementation and support of security systems of high complexity to meet global business needs
• Manage the reporting, investigation and resolution of application security incidents and requests
• Initiates and fosters partnerships with vendors, department leadership, and across business and IT teams to drive security plans and capabilities across global operations