Head of IT Enterprise Security, Ford Energy

We are seeking a visionary Head of IT Enterprise Security to lead the security strategy for our new, high-growth battery energy storage business. As a key member of the team, you will be the primary architect of a "secure-by-design" philosophy. This is a unique opportunity to build a world-class security program from the ground up, securing the very technology that will power the future.

Responsibilities:

• Build and lead a comprehensive security program from the ground up, covering Product, Manufacturing (OT), and Corporate (IT) security.
• Partner with Engineering to integrate security into the product lifecycle, focusing on Battery Management Systems (BMS), firmware integrity, and hardware-level protections.
• Implement rigorous data loss prevention (DLP) and access controls to safeguard proprietary battery chemistry, R&D data, and manufacturing processes.
• Secure our automated production lines and factory floor environments to ensure operational uptime and prevent industrial sabotage.
• Establish a robust vendor risk program and Software Bill of Materials (SBOM) to ensure the integrity of global components and sub-systems.
• Drive the business toward achieving critical product and industrial certifications (e.g., IEC 62443, ISO 27001, UL 2900).

Qualifications:

• 12+ years in cybersecurity or risk management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role within a hardware manufacturing or high-tech environment.
• Bachelor Degree
• Proven track record of securing embedded systems, firmware, or IoT devices at scale.
• Direct experience securing Operational Technology (OT) and Industrial Control Systems (ICS).
• Demonstrated ability to build security functions from scratch in a fast-paced, "startup-style" business unit.
• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Certifications: CISSP is required; CSSLP (Secure Software) or GICSP (Industrial Security) is highly preferred.