What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director IT/Cyber Policy & Governance Management position at 3M?
Job Description :
Director IT / Cyber Policy & Governance Management
Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World
Choosing where to start and grow your career has a major impact on your professional and personal life, so it’s equally important you know that the company that you choose to work at, and its leaders, will support and guide you. With a diversity of people, global locations, technologies and products, 3M is a place where you can collaborate with other curious, creative 3Mers.
This position provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public, government or military experience to a 3M career.
The Impact You’ll Make in this Role
The Director of IT / Cyber Policy & Governance Management is responsible for both the strategic development and operational execution of the organization’s IT / Cyber Policy & Governance Management Program. The Director of IT / Cyber Policy & Governance Management provides strategic leadership over the creation, implementation, and oversight of IT policies and governance frameworks. that the IT Policy Group is responsible for. This role ensures IT policies are aligned with business objectives, regulatory requirements, and best practices for IT governance. A critical aspect of this role includes managing the policy exceptions process, ensuring all deviations from standard policies are documented, reviewed, and approved in a controlled manner and support the negotiation of client and supplier contracts to ensure adherence to 3Ms cybersecurity requirement. This role will lead Client Inquiry Process for Cybersecurity Requirements the contracting process Here, you will make an impact by :
Program Development and Management :
- Policy Development and Implementation : Develop, review, and update IT / Cyber policies, standards, and procedures to ensure they align with industry standards and organizational goals.Ensure that IT policies are well-documented, communicated, and enforced across the organization.Ensure all cybersecurity policies align with industry regulations (e.g., GDPR, ISO 27001, SOC 2, PCI-DSS), frameworks (e.g., NIST CSF, COBIT), and best practices.Collaborate with key stakeholders across IT, legal, HR, and business units to ensure policies meet business needs and regulatory requirements and address new policy creation through an IT Policy Board.
- Governance Frameworks : Design and establish IT / Cyber governance frameworks that incorporate best practices and support the organization's strategic objectives.Ensure that governance frameworks are effectively implemented and maintained.
- Policy Exceptions / Issue Management :
- Develop and manage a process for handling policy exceptions, including the evaluation, approval, and documentation of exceptions.
- Work with stakeholders to assess the impact of policy exceptions and ensure that appropriate risk mitigation measures are in place
- Stakeholder Collaboration : Work closely with business units, IT / Cyber teams, and senior management to ensure IT / Cyber policies and governance frameworks align with business objectives.Facilitate communication and collaboration between IT / Cyber and other departments to ensure a cohesive approach to IT governance through IT Policy Board.Respond to Client Cybersecurity InquiriesCollaborate and support Legal and Procurement teams to integrate 3M’s cybersecurity requirements into contract terms and conditions for client and supplier contracts
- Performance Monitoring and Reporting : Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of IT / Cyber policy governance.Prepare and present regular reports on IT / Cyber policy adherence, governance activities, efforts to senior management.
- Continuous Improvement : Stay current with industry trends and regulatory changes, emerging technologies, and best practices in IT / Cyber policy governance.Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement changes to enhance the effectiveness of IT / Cyber policy governance.
Your Skills and Expertise :
To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications :
Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include :
Work location :
Work Your Way Eligible (hybrid) – Minneapolis & Austin
Travel : In-Office Tuesday / Wednesday / Thursday
Relocation Assistance : May be Authorized
Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).
Supporting Your Well-being
3M offers many programs to help you live your best life – both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, 3M regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope.
