IT Director - Head of Security Job at Canadian Executive Search Group (USA) Inc / Division of Arro..., Memphis, TN

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  • Canadian Executive Search Group (USA) Inc / Division of Arro...
  • Memphis, TN

Job Description

AWS/CES is looking for an IT Director – Head of Security

Location: Memphis, TN

Salary: $220K

We are seeking an accomplished IT Director with a focus on Information Security to lead and enhance our enterprise-wide security strategy. This role is critical for safeguarding our digital and operational assets and will report directly to executive leadership.

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Enterprise Security Strategy: Develop and implement a comprehensive, enterprise-wide information security program to protect the company’s digital assets, proprietary information, intellectual property, and customer data.
  • Operational Technology Security: Oversee the protection of operational technologies (OT) and industrial control systems (ICS) used in battery manufacturing processes.
  • Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop the information security team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
  • Risk Management: Conduct regular risk assessments and vulnerability analyses to identify and mitigate potential security threats.
  • Policy & Compliance: Establish and enforce security policies, procedures, and standards in compliance with industry regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, CCPA) and standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST).
  • Technology Implementation: Implement and manage security technologies such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, endpoint protection, and physical security systems (e.g., camera monitoring, badge access).
  • Incident Response: Monitor, investigate, and respond to security incidents, including root cause analysis and the implementation of corrective actions.
  • Cross-Department Collaboration: Work closely with IT, Operations, Legal, and other departments to ensure comprehensive security coverage and regulatory compliance.
  • Vendor Management: Assess and manage the security of third-party vendors and service providers, including negotiating security requirements in contracts and SLAs.
  • Security Awareness: Develop and deliver security awareness training programs to enhance organizational resilience.
  • Executive Reporting: Provide regular updates on the status of information security initiatives to the executive team and board of directors.
  • Continuous Improvement: Stay current with emerging cybersecurity threats, technologies, and regulatory requirements, ensuring the organization’s security posture evolves accordingly.

Requirements:

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred). Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM) are a plus.
  • Experience: Minimum of 10 years in information security, with at least 5 years in a leadership role. Demonstrated experience in securing operational technologies (OT) and industrial control systems (ICS) in a manufacturing environment.
  • Expertise: Strong understanding of information security frameworks, standards, and best practices (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001). Proven experience with risk management, incident response, and vulnerability management.
  • Leadership & Communication: Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders at all levels.
  • Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a high level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail.
  • Please send your resume to brittany@canadianexecutivesearch.com

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