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IT Security Manager
Location: Las Vegas, NV (On-Site)
Department: Technology
Reports to: VP of Technology and Engineering
About Smart City
At Smart City Networks, we’ve been powering connectivity at major events and convention centers for over 40 years. From Fortune 500 meetings to national expos, we manage tech infrastructure behind more than 3,000 events annually — keeping people connected when it matters most.
With 280 team members across the U.S. and our headquarters in Las Vegas, we provide cutting-edge solutions, 24/7 monitoring, and secure services backed by our in-house Network Operations Center (NOC). Now, we’re looking for an IT Security Manager to lead our cybersecurity strategy and help us continue to protect what we build.
What You’ll Do
In this key leadership role, you’ll shape, manage, and strengthen our cybersecurity posture from the ground up. You’ll partner with IT and leadership teams to proactively defend our systems and data, lead incident response efforts, and implement scalable security solutions that support Smart City’s national footprint.
Responsibilities include:
- Build and lead the company’s IT security strategy, aligning with evolving business and technology needs
- Monitor systems and networks for unusual activity or potential threats
- Lead incident response and coordinate investigation, mitigation, and recovery
- Conduct regular risk assessments and vulnerability testing
- Keep all security systems and tools current and optimized
- Maintain and enforce security policies, controls, and procedures
- Provide ongoing training and awareness for employees across departments
- Partner with teams during internal and external IT audits
- Stay up to date on security trends, threats, and compliance standards
- Support IT operations and special projects as needed
What You’ll Bring
- Several years of hands-on experience in IT security, ideally with leadership responsibilities
- Strong knowledge of cybersecurity tools, frameworks, and standards
- Experience with firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, IAM, and SIEM platforms
- Understanding of compliance requirements (e.g., PCI, NIST, ISO)
- Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CompTIA Security , or similar — highly preferred
- Clear, confident communication skills, especially when explaining complex security issues
- A proactive mindset and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
- Sharp attention to detail and strong decision-making under pressure
- Experience with Cisco Duo, Microsoft Entra, and Microsoft Purview is a plus
- Experience with Cisco networking is a plus
- Experience working with third-party SOCs is a plus
- Demonstrated ability to teach and mentor your team members and individuals in other teams
What It’s Like to Work Here
- High-impact, hands-on work — your decisions will directly affect security across hundreds of events
- A collaborative team environment where your voice matters
- An innovative culture in a tech-driven, fast-paced industry
- Opportunities to grow your skill set and take on new challenges
Perks & Benefits
We support our team personally and professionally. Here’s what we offer:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off (PTO)
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee wellness initiatives
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Supplemental accident and critical illness coverage
Compensation is $140,000 DOE
Additional Info
Employment at Smart City Networks is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Smart City Networks does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
If you require accommodation during the application process, please contact us at 702-943-6000.
Salary : $140,000