Manager/Cybersecurity Operations

POSITION OVERVIEW The Manager of Cybersecurity Operations will play a crucial role in safeguarding our people and digital assets by developing and enacting a comprehensive cybersecurity defense plan. This position leads cybersecurity professionals in developing adaptable defense strategies that integrate both offensive and defensive cybersecurity techniques, utilizing security solutions and threat intelligence to proactively mitigate risks and enhance the company's incident response capability. The manager will collaborate closely with other departments to ensure that all cyber defense activities align with strategic objectives and follow applicable rules of engagement, cybersecurity practices, laws, and regulations. POSITION DIMENSIONS Reporting directly to this position are up to seven exempt employees and up to four non-exempt employees. This position will exchange information with Executive Management, Directors and Managers at both division and corporate, third-party partners, and other utility representatives. QUALIFICATIONS This position requires at least ten years of experience in cybersecurity, including leading offensive teams and/or directing an organization's incident response. The candidate should also have in-depth knowledge of EDR, CDR, and SIEM technologies and a strong understanding of cloud security, particularly in Azure and AWS environments. A bacheloru2019s in computer science or Cybersecurity is preferred, along with certifications in penetration testing and incident handling; however, experience may substitute for these. ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES u2022 Develop and implement department goals that are aligned with Information Security objectives. u2022 Lead a team of cybersecurity technical professionals on offensive and defensive security practices, ensuring comprehensive and proactive threat detection and mitigation. u2022 Foster collaboration between the team and various departments to maximize the effectiveness of an adaptable defense strategy in protecting the people and technology against cyber threats. u2022 Conduct regular cybersecurity assessments and vulnerability evaluations while incorporating threat intelligence to identify and address potential weaknesses in systems and applications. u2022 Plan, organize, and conduct investigations, both internal and external to the Company, based on cybersecurity events. u2022 Lead incident response and recovery efforts, ensuring effective communication and coordination during cybersecurity incidents. u2022 Prepare detailed reports of findings, recommendations, and progress, presenting them to senior management and stakeholders. u2022 Oversee implementation, maintenance, and services of security solutions, as well as monitoring and configuration based on threats. u2022 Maintain compliance with relevant regulatory standards and frameworks (e.g., GDPR, ISO 27001, MITRE, NIST) and ensure that security controls align with industry best practices. u2022 Stay current with the latest cybersecurity trends, technologies, and threats to assess potential risks and recommend appropriate countermeasures. u2022 Collaborate with engineering and other teams to drive automation for analysis efficiency, containment, and remediation activities. u2022 Manage relationships with cybersecurity service partners, negotiate contracts, and monitor against contractual terms. u2022 Lead the preparation and management reporting of the O&M and capital plans and provide variance analysis. u2022 Understand the business drivers and associate culture of the enterprise and partner with relevant stakeholders to ensure regulatory compliance, data protection, and associate protection are in place u2022 Manage and develop staff and exercise authority regarding promotions, transfers, evaluations, compensation, disciplinary actions and terminations u2022 Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned u2022 Regular and predictable attendance is a condition of employment and is an essential function of the job SALARY DETAILS Grade: 10 Las Vegas: $123,526 - $185,339 At Southwest Gas, attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a company. We use flexibility to develop competitive compensation offers to ensure we are able to hire the best candidates. The quoted salary range represents the minimum and maximum of the pay range for the position. It is provided as a good faith estimate as to what our ideal candidates are likely to expect, as we tailor our offers within the range based on the selected candidate's experience, industry knowledge, location, technical and communication skills and other factors that may prove relevant during the interview and selection process. Our History Southwest Gas Corporation was founded in 1931 and is a subsidiary of Southwest Gas Holdings Inc (. We provide natural gas service to Arizona, Nevada, and portions of California. Our communities, and the more than 2 million customers we serve, are the reasons why we've been heating things up for decades. So, whether youu2019re enjoying a backyard barbeque with friends, getting cozy indoors during the winter, or preparing an epicurean delight in your new restaurant, Southwest Gas is here to support your comfort and your lifestyle. Southwest Gas is an equal opportunity employer, disability/veteran.

Created: 2026-03-04