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Job Profile Title:

Dir IT Cyber Security

Job Code:

11379

Profile Title:

11379 Dir IT Cyber Security

Grade / Band:

L3

FLSA Status:

Exempt

The Director of Cyber Security is responsible for leading the MGM Resorts International Cyber Security program which includes the end-to-end delivery of incident response, threat intelligence, forensics, and log management for MGMRI, while enforcing MGMRI security, compliance and quality standards across users, cloud, applications, networks, endpoints, and servers. The Director is additionally responsible for managing the Information Security framework that meets or exceeds regulatory control requirements. The candidate must have experience leading a team of people that are responsible for supporting and developing standards and design reviews to ensure not only the right Security Controls are put in place to map to the Threats and Risks, but that the solutions put in by the meets those same standards. A proven track record of delivering quality security services on time is a must. Solid knowledge of security best practices, processes and tools required to support a successful security services system is required. This position involves working closely with teams across the enterprise, technology, digital, and data.


Principal Duties & Responsibilities

Lead the development and implementation of a robust incident response plan, including detection, containment, eradication, recovery, and post-incident review.

Manage and mentor a team of security analysts specializing in log management, forensics, and incident response. This includes:

- Setting performance expectations, providing coaching and development opportunities, and fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.

- Delegating tasks effectively, prioritizing workloads, and ensuring efficient incident response processes.

- Identifying training needs and developing programs to enhance the team's skills and knowledge.

Conduct in-depth forensic investigations to identify the root cause of security breaches, collect and analyze evidence, and reconstruct timelines of events.

Collaborate with legal counsel to provide expert support on cybersecurity incidents, including preparing technical reports and assisting with litigation.

Stay abreast of evolving cyber threats, incident response best practices, and legal developments impacting cybersecurity.

Develop and deliver training programs to educate employees on cyber threats and incident reporting procedures.


Required for All Jobs

Performs other job-related duties as requested

Proof of eligibility to work in the United States


Education

Education Level

Education Details

Required/
Preferred

Bachelor's Degree

or equivalent

Preferred


Work Experience

Experience

Experience Details

Required/
Preferred

7+ Years of Prior Relevant Experience

in cybersecurity, with a strong focus on incident response and forensics.

Required


Additional Requirements

Details

Required/
Preferred

Proven experience leading and managing security teams.

Required

In-depth knowledge of incident response frameworks (e.g., NIST CSF) and best practices.

Required

Experience in log management, forensics analysis tools, and incident response methodologies.

Required

Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Required

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to investigate security incidents and identify root causes.

Required

Experience working with legal counsel on cybersecurity matters is a plus.

Required


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

KSAs


Physical Requirements

A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Physical Requirement

N/A

Rarely

Occasionally

Frequently

Constantly

Weight/
w.p.m.

Balancing

 

 

X

 

 

 

Bending

 

 

X

 

 

 

Carrying __pounds

 

 

X

 

 

 

Clear speech - simple

 

 

 

X

 

 

Clear speech - complex

 

 

 

X

 

 

Climbing

X

 

 

 

 

 

Crawling

X

 

 

 

 

 

Crouching

 

 

X

 

 

 

Distant vision

 

 

 

X

 

 

Driving - auto/van

X

 

 

 

 

 

Driving - limousine

X

 

 

 

 

 

Flexibility - upper body

 

 

X

 

 

 

Flexibility - lower body

 

 

X

 

 

 

Hearing/Listening

 

 

 

X

 

 

Kneeling

 

X

 

 

 

 

Lifting __pounds

 

X

 

 

 

 

Near vision

 

 

 

X

 

 

Normal vision

 

 

 

X

 

 

Pushing/Pulling

 

 

X

 

 

 

Reaching

 

 

X

 

 

 

Sitting

 

 

 

X

 

 

Standing - 5 hours minimum

 

 

X

 

 

 

Stooping

 

X

 

 

 

 

Typing __w.p.m.

 

 

 

X

 

 

Walking

 

 

 

X

 

 


Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is required to work within the selected work environments.

Work Environment

N/A

Rarely

Occasionally

Frequently

Constantly

Communication - verbal

 

 

 

X

 

Communication - written

 

 

 

X

 

Confined area

 

 

 

X

 

Contacts - works alone

 

 

 

X

 

Contacts - works around others

 

 

 

X

 

Contacts - works with others

 

 

 

X

 

Exposure to dust / dirt

 

 

 

X

 

Exposure to fumes / odors

 

 

 

X

 

Extreme cold

 

 

 

X

 

Extreme heat

 

 

 

X

 

Fast pace

 

 

 

X

 

Hazardous conditions - Chemicals

 

 

 

X

 

Hazardous conditions - high structures

 

 

 

X

 

Hazardous conditions - high voltage

 

 

 

X

 

Indoors

 

 

 

X

 

Noise levels - low to moderate

 

 

 

X

 

Noise levels - high

 

 

 

X

 

Office conditions

 

 

 

X

 

Outdoors

 

 

 

X

 

Restricted area

 

 

 

X

 

Shifts

 

 

 

X

 

Smoke

 

 

 

X

 

__% Travel

 

 

 

X

 

Vibration

 

 

 

X

 

Wet/Humid

 

 

 

X

 


Mental Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is required to work within the selected mental requirements.

Mental Requirement

N/A

Rarely

Occasionally

Frequently

Constantly

Analytical

 

 

 

X

 

Clerical

 

 

 

X

 

Comprehension

 

 

 

X

 

Crisis incidents

 

 

 

X

 

Customer service

 

 

 

X

 

Decision making

 

 

 

X

 

Fatigue

 

 

 

X

 

High pressure

 

 

 

X

 

Judgment

 

 

 

X

 

Long hours

 

 

 

X

 

Math skills - advance

 

 

 

X

 

Math skills - basic

 

 

 

X

 

Memorization

 

 

 

X

 

Organization

 

 

 

X

 

Perception

 

 

 

X

 

Reading - simple

 

 

 

X

 

Reading - complex

 

 

 

X

 

Repetition

 

 

 

X

 

Safety hazards

 

 

 

X

 

Tight deadlines

 

 

 

X

 

Working conditions

 

 

 

X

 

Writing - simple

 

 

 

X

 

Writing - complex

 

 

 

X