Primary Function

Establishes, plans, and administers the overall policies, goals, and procedures for the information security function at a global level. Initiates, implements and develops global information security and disaster discovery programs in accordance with organizational information security standards. Performs and evaluates information risk on a regular time schedule and promotes information security awareness within the global organization.  

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Develops and implements global security policies and procedures
  • Participate in the development, testing, and on-going maintenance of global cyber-incident response plans.
  • Research, evaluate, and recommend global information security related hardware and software.   
  • Develop business cases for global security investments.
  • Develops, evaluates, and manages global systems security
  • Manage all aspects of information security and data privacy compliance for the organization.
  • Advises the organization with current information about information security technologies and related regulatory issues. Includes analysis & proposal of security products and services to determine best risk management environment. 
  • Serves as a technical adviser for projects & provides technical support on matters related to global information security. 
  • Monitors the global internal control systems to ensure that appropriate security is maintained.
  • Analyzes and reviews information on emerging cyber threats and is actively engaged in industry forums on threats and opportunities.
  • Makes improvement recommendations to ensure compliance with laws, standards and policies while managing business risks. 
  • Develop global programs and conduct education and training in support of security awareness. 
  • Develops and advises on global IT Security budget and manages spend within the cost structure. 
  • Manage global IT Security assets within approved budget and operational guidelines. 
  • Collaborate with other IS teams on solutions to mitigate risks and enhance system security.
  • Provide detailed and clearly written communications such as documents, procedures, and processes. 
  • Work with various stakeholders to identify information asset owners to classify data and systems 
  • May require travel to AVX locations throughout U.S., Latin America, Europe, and Asia as needed to assess compliance with security policies, procedures and effectiveness of security training.  

Requirements:

  • BA/BS degree in Management Information Systems, Information Security, Information Technology, Information Systems Management, or related field required.
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Information Technology with security related role.  Prior management experience preferred.
  • Information Security certification (GIAC, CISSP, CISA, CISM, CEH, SANS, etc.).
  • Experience creating and implementing security policies and procedures for specific security standards (PCI, HIPPA, SOX, ISO/IEC 27000, NIST, GDPR etc.).
  • Experience auditing and assessing existing information security practices and policies.
  • Understanding of key security technologies such as encryption, TCP/IP, HTTP, DNS, web application security, data loss prevention, mobile device management, etc.
  • Broad technical knowledge of cloud, IT Infrastructure services, including security, directory services, identity management, network, systems, storage, databases, PKI, VPN, SSO, CASB, Security as a Service, WIFI, etc.
  • Knowledge and experience with network technologies such as Firewalls, Intrusion Prevention/Detection Systems, Dual-factor Authentication, Endpoint Security and Security Information and Event Management Tools.
  • Experience offering strategic direction to other departments/managers on information security matters like routine security activities, best practices, and risks.
  • Strong analytical skills with heightened problem-solving ability.   
  • Very detail oriented with strong follow-up skills.   
  • Excellent Communication Skills, both verbal and written.   

Benefits:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision eligibility on day 1
  • 3 weeks PTO plus 12 company holidays
  • Eligible for 50% remote hybrid schedule after 6 months of employment
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Industry leading 401k (up to 9.5% match)!

EEO Statement

Kyocera-AVX is an Equal Opportunity Employer:  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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Scott Seation