What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Security Operations (SecOps) position at Industrial Electric Mfg. (IEM)?
IEM is the largest independent full-line manufacturer of electrical distribution and control systems in North America. The Company has developed one of the most sophisticated electrical product manufacturing systems in the world and has cultivated partnerships with leading component suppliers resulting in optimal solutions to customer problems.
About The Role
We’re looking for a Director of Security Operations to lead our security team and oversee the protection of our organization against cyber threats. In this role, you’ll manage incident response, threat monitoring, vulnerability management, and ensure our security operations meet compliance standards. If you’re a seasoned leader with a strong understanding of both cybersecurity and regulatory requirements, we want to hear from you.
Essential Functions
- Lead & Manage: Direct and mentor the Security Operations team, providing strategic direction, setting clear goals, priorities, and making sure the team has everything they need to succeed.
- Incident Response: Oversee monitoring and response to security incidents, ensuring effective resolution and conducting post-incident reviews.
- Security Architecture: Design and implement security frameworks that address vulnerabilities and integrate security into the software development lifecycle.
- Network & Cloud Security: Enhance network security measures and oversee secure cloud configurations and compliance.
- AI/ML & OT Security: Implement security measures for AI/ML systems and develop strategies for protecting operational technology environments.
- Threat Management: Identify and mitigate emerging threats proactively, driving threat-hunting and vulnerability management initiatives. Stay updated on emerging threats and analyze incidents to improve security measures.
- Compliance Oversight: Ensure that security operations comply with relevant regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS) and industry standards. You’ll work closely with compliance teams to manage audits and maintain a strong security posture.
- Collaboration: Partner with IT, engineering, legal, and compliance teams to integrate security into all processes and ensure company-wide security policies are followed.
- Continuous Improvement: Stay ahead of evolving security threats and regulations, bringing in the latest tools and best practices to improve security operations.
- Reporting: Regularly update senior leadership on security incidents, performance metrics, and the organization’s compliance status.
- Training: Develop training programs to IT and security teams and promote a security-first culture across the organization.
Education & Experience
- Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
- Experience: 15 years in security operations, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role. Proven experience managing security teams and working with compliance frameworks.
- Skills: Strong knowledge of compliance regulations and frameworks (e.g., GDPR, NIST, ISO27001, PCI-DSS), as well as security technologies like SIEM, EDR, and vulnerability management. Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving/analytical skills.
- Certifications: CISSP, CISM, CISA, or similar certifications preferred. Additional certifications related to compliance (e.g., CIPP) are a plus.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits
- Flexible work environment
- Opportunities for career growth and professional development
- A collaborative, innovative, and supportive team culture
Salary : $160,000 - $220,000
