Information Security Manager Goals and Objectives Examples
Develop and implement a comprehensive information security program.
Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations related to information security.
Assess and mitigate risks to the company's information assets.
Create and maintain policies and procedures for information security.
Conduct regular security awareness training for employees.
Manage access control to company systems and data.
Monitor network traffic for potential security breaches.
Respond quickly and effectively to security incidents.
Perform regular vulnerability assessments and penetration tests.
Collaborate with other departments to ensure security requirements are met.
Review and approve vendor contracts related to information security.
Stay up-to-date on industry trends and advancements in information security.
Plan and execute disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
Work with legal counsel on issues related to information security and privacy.
Develop and maintain incident response plans.
Develop and manage budgets for information security initiatives.
Lead investigations into security incidents or data breaches.
Develop and implement data retention policies.
Manage encryption of sensitive data both at rest and in transit.
Ensure compliance with PCI DSS standards if applicable.
Ensure compliance with HIPAA if applicable.
Develop and enforce mobile device management policies.
Implement and manage two-factor authentication for critical systems.
Implement and manage intrusion detection/prevention systems.
Develop and implement security policies for cloud-based services.
Ensure that all third-party connections meet security standards.
Participate in risk management and auditing processes.
Conduct background checks on employees with access to sensitive data.
Review firewall rules periodically to ensure they are up-to-date.
Manage identity and access management systems.
Develop strategies for preventing phishing attacks.
Develop and maintain communication plans for security incidents and updates.
Review system logs regularly to detect unusual activity.
Test backup and recovery systems regularly.
Work with HR to develop termination procedures for employees with access to sensitive data.
Develop privacy policies and procedures.
Review and approve software updates prior to installation on company systems.
Develop and maintain incident response playbooks.
Coordinate annual audits with external auditors.
Design and implement network segmentation strategies.
Manage patch management processes for all servers, workstations, and devices.
Maintain an accurate inventory of all company hardware and software assets.
Ensure that all systems are configured securely according to industry best practices.
Create a formal incident response team comprised of cross-functional members across the organization.
Audit IT asset procurement processes.
Review audit trails monthly.
Perform vulnerability scanning on a routine basis.
Analyze firewall traffic to identify malicious activity.
Assess third-party vendors' information security posture.
Evaluate new software to determine its impact on the organization's attack surface.
Identify emerging threats and vulnerabilities that might require changes to the current controls.
Evaluate the ROI of proposed security measures.
Study and analyze existing vendor contracts for any possible risk factors.
Evaluate network architecture as it relates to DMZs, VPNs, wireless networks, etc.
I nvestigate any data loss incidents - both intentional or accidental.
Track emerging threats such as DDoS attacks or ransomware campaigns in real-time.
Create role-based access control (RBAC) structures that is tiered according to employee job functions.
Draft crisis communication protocols detailing how the company will communicate during security incidents.
Implement routine end-user testing of system controls through phishing simulations.
Evaluate the effectiveness of existing cybersecurity training programs in changing employee behavior.
Perform root cause analyses after every cybersecurity incident.
Increase the use of automation technologies in cybersecurity operations.
Develop a robust strategy for detecting insider threats.
Leverage threat intelligence sources such as ISACs or ISAOs.
Create a cybersecurity steering committee comprised of senior executives across multiple departments.
Reduce reliance on manual security reporting practices by creating automated dashboards.
Evaluate existing DLP protocols for their ability to identify exfiltration attempts from endpoint devices.
Conduct periodic tabletop exercises based on attack scenarios specific to your vertical.
Create detailed documentation outlining the technical steps taken during an incident response event.
Increase the level of encryption used throughout the organization, including email communications.
Create clear guidelines around remote work policy – including home Wi-Fi routers & physical/online document protection measures.
Ensure compliance with GDPR regulations if applicable.
Benchmark best practices within similar organizations of size / industry.
Identify regulatory gaps in cybersecurity practices and strategize how to address them proactively.
Ensure all VPNs implemented are secure and employ two-factor authentication protocols.
Collaborate with other C-level team members to create a cybersecurity messaging strategy for clients/stakeholders/public.
Implement an SIEM system capable of monitoring all endpoints throughout the organization.
Enhance password policies & procedures by implementing password manager technology or offering employee training sessions.
Establish an enterprise-wide vulnerability disclosure program that encourages customers/vendors/politicians/end-users to report discovered weaknesses.