Cybersecurity Operations Manager
Quick answer
ITU is hiring a senior Cybersecurity Operations Manager (Geneva, Switzerland) with a total annual salary of $86,027 + post adjustment $72,004 to manage cybersecurity infrastructure and lead the 24/7 Security Operations Center (SOC).
- Role
- Cybersecurity Operations Manager
- Organization
- International Telecommunication Union (ITU)
- Location
- Geneva, Switzerland
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- Total annual salary consists of a net annual salary (net of taxes and before medical insurance and pension fund deductions) in US dollars and a post adjustment (PA) (cost of living allowance). The PA is variable and subject to change without notice in accordance with the rates set within the UN Common System for salaries and allowances. Annual salary from $ 86,027 + post adjustment $ 72,004
- Category
- Engineering & Technology
The role
The Cybersecurity Operations Manager at the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) is responsible for managing cybersecurity infrastructure, leading the 24/7 Security Operations Center (SOC), and overseeing major security initiatives.
What you'll do
- Manage the full lifecycle of complex cybersecurity projects and security infrastructure
- Serve as ITU’s primary technical interface with the external Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP) operating the 24/7 SOC and threat detection
- Operate and maintain security infrastructure and cloud security while driving cost-effective improvements
- Lead organization-wide cybersecurity awareness and training at Headquarters and in Field Offices
- Assess security risks of disruptive technologies, including AI/ML and LLM systems
- Direct vulnerability identification, security alert triage, and threat analysis programs
What it takes
- Advanced university degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Cybersecurity, Information Systems or a related field
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) are strongly preferred
- Experience in SIEM, IPS/IDS, NGFW, EPP/EDR, network security; SOC/MSSP oversight with SLA management
- Experience in incident response, digital forensics, large-scale ICT security (DR, business continuity)
- Experience with multi-cloud security (SaaS/IaaS/PaaS) and security assessments of AI/ML and LLM systems
- Experience in vulnerability management, threat intelligence, and cybersecurity project delivery (procurement, implementation, vendor management)
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Salary: Total annual salary consists of a net annual salary (net of taxes and before medical insurance and pension fund deductions) in US dollars and a post adjustment (PA) (cost of living allowance). The PA is variable and subject to change without notice in accordance with the rates set within the UN Common System for salaries and allowances.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Geneva, Switzerland.
What is the compensation?
The total annual salary consists of a net annual salary (net of taxes and before medical insurance and pension fund deductions) in US dollars and a post adjustment (PA) (cost of living allowance). The PA is variable and subject to change without notice in accordance with the rates set within the UN Common System for salaries and allowances. Annual salary from $ 86,027 + post adjustment $ 72,004.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include an advanced university degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Cybersecurity, Information Systems or a related field, and experience in SIEM, IPS/IDS, NGFW, EPP/EDR, network security; SOC/MSSP oversight with SLA management.
How do I apply?
To apply, please visit the ITU Careers website.
Is the job remote?
The job is in-office.
How to apply
Apply directly on International Telecommunication Union (ITU)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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