Director, Cyber Security Operations and Threat Management

The Director for Security Operations and Threat Management, is a strategic, and technically-grounded lead of  our information security team,  performing duties through processes and procedures necessary to ensure the safety of information systems and applications on premise and in the cloud. This role assists with protecting the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of company and customer data. 

This role is the primary architect of our defense-in-depth strategy, overseeing the teams (internal and external) responsible for detecting, neutralizing, and preventing cyber threats. You will bridge the gap between high-level security strategy and hands-on operational excellence, ensuring our global infrastructure—on-prem and cloud—remains resilient against an ever-evolving threat landscape.

In addition, the Director will manage and monitors various security systems/tools and supports the assessment of system security controls.

The ideal candidate is a "leader-doer" who can manage the security of complex environment while remaining sharp enough to deep-dive into an incident response bridge or a cloud architecture review.

What You Will Do: 

• Build and maintain a world-class Threat Intelligence program to pivot from reactive to proactive defense.
• Serve as the ultimate escalation point for high-priority security incidents, leading the Incident Response (IR) team through containment, eradication, and recovery.
• Establish regular threat-hunting cadences to identify dormant or sophisticated actors within the environment.
• Stay abreast, and keep up with the latest threats and analyze the impact to the Jazwares environment
• Manage the 24/7 Security Operations Center (MSSP) to ensure high-fidelity alerting and low Mean Time to Resolve (MTTR).
• Own the security stack (SIEM, EDR, XDR, SOAR). Ensure tools are integrated, automated, and providing maximum ROI rather than just generating "noise.
• Drive a "Detection as Code" philosophy to automate repetitive tasks and manual investigative steps.
• Be the custodian of all security tools such as PAM, Email Security, Backup and Recovery, etc. 
• Provide technical leadership and oversight to security operations activities and initiatives
• Participate in business continuity and disaster planning
• Provide guidance and support on security issues to other departments
• Ensure all software within the network has adequate security measures in place
• Propose metrics and prepare reports to show current security posture
• Monitor system events, log files, and alerts
• Cloud Governance: Define security guardrails for AWS/Azure/GCP environments, focusing on IAM, VPC security, and serverless protection.
• Partner with DevOps to integrate security checks into CI/CD pipelines (DevSecOps).
• Engineering Excellence: Lead the design and deployment of scalable security solutions that support business growth without introducing friction.
• Provide technical leadership and oversight to security engineering activities and initiatives
• Harden systems for cyber resilience
• Oversee the end-to-end vulnerability management process, from discovery and risk-based prioritization to remediation tracking.
• Move beyond simple patching to manage the "attack surface," including external digital footprints and shadow IT.
• Collaborate with Enterprise Architects to ensure security is "baked in" to new product builds and internal migrations.
• Lead the transition toward a Zero Trust Architecture, focusing on identity-centric security and micro-segmentation.
• Determine security requirements and security controls for new systems
• Develop and maintain architectural diagrams
• Coach team members and manage work plan on assigned projects
• Any other tasks assigned by Manager

Leadership Responsibilities: 

• Manages People: Yes

What We Are Looking For: 

• Minimum 8 years of experience within Information Security
• At least 3 years of experience Threat Management and Security Operations 
• At least one of the following certifications required: CISSP, CCSP, CASP+, any SANS GIAC or equivalent is prefered
• AWS certifications such as “AWS Certified Security - Specialty” highly desired
• Thorough understanding of the following areas: Threat Management, Security Operations, Application Security, Cloud Security, Data Security, Endpoint Security, Network Security, and User Access Security
• Knowledge of security frameworks and standards such as NIST CSF, ISO27000, and/or CIS
• Self-directed work habits, exhibiting initiative, drive, creativity, maturity, self-assurance, and professionalism.
• Ability and desire to take ownership of multiple tasks and responsibilities.
• Experience designing or implementing an enterprise level Security Program

What we offer:

The base salary may vary based on experience, role tenure, performance, industry, and location. Eligibility for the annual performance incentive may apply. Jazwares is a multi-state employer, so the salary range may not apply to other states.

Our benefits package includes basic medical insurance that is 100% company-paid for employees and their children, employee basic life and AD&D insurance, a 401(K) retirement program with Jazwares matching up to 4% of pretax or post-tax deferrals, short and long-term disability, and tuition reimbursement. 

Our work environment provides a flexible work schedule that includes a Monday through Thursday on-site, with an optional WFH on Fridays, up to 20 workdays fully remote each year, and Time Off for vacation and sick leave.  Through Jazwares Cares, you will have the opportunity to volunteer for up to 16 hours a year on community service projects.

Working at Jazwares

At Jazwares, we believe an innovative idea can come from anywhere and anyone. Through our three pillars, we foster innovation and encourage creativity in every area of our business.

• Passion: Our conviction and enthusiasm show in our products, relationships, and commitment to our community.
• Collaboration: We share one vision worldwide, constantly striving to improve and innovate together.
• Humility: We recognize the value in others and treat everyone with respect. Our strength lies in our people and talent.

Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to be part of the fastest-growing toy company in the industry. Connect with us today, and let's shape the future of play together! 

JAZWARES is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, ancestry, disability, age, military status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Jazwares is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

Who We Are

Jazwares, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a leading global toy manufacturer with a robust portfolio of owned and licensed brands. Founded in 1997, Jazwares celebrates imaginative play with a progressive focus on identifying new and relevant trends to transform into high-quality products for consumers of all ages. Jazwares engages consumers through innovative play experiences with popular brands such as Squishmallows™, Pokémon™, Hello Kitty™, Star Wars™, Disney™, BumBumz™, and Adopt Me™. In addition to toys, offerings include virtual games, costumes, and pet products. Headquartered in Plantation, Florida, Jazwares has offices worldwide and sells its products in over 100 countries. For more information, visit www.jazwares.com and follow us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and Facebook.

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