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Job Title: VP, IT - Cybersecurity, Risk & Compliance
Location-Type: Remote (U.S.-based, aligned to Wisconsin)
Start Date Is: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Compensation Range: $215,900 - $283,400 + bonus (STIP eligible)
Benefits: Eligible for Health, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
Job Description:
Executive leader responsible for defining and driving enterprise-wide cybersecurity, risk, and compliance strategy across global IT and OT environments.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities:
• Lead enterprise cybersecurity strategy, governance, and execution across IT and OT
• Oversee incident response, coordinating internal teams and MSP partners
• Partner with C-suite to translate cyber risk into business risk and investment decisions
• Drive global compliance initiatives (NIST, ISO 27001, GDPR, etc.)
• Manage cybersecurity budget, ROI, and vendor relationships
• Lead and develop a global team of cybersecurity professionals
• Establish and maintain security architecture, policies, and frameworks
• Ensure secure integration across cloud, ERP, manufacturing, and OT systems
• Oversee risk assessments, audits, and regulatory adherence across regions
• Champion security awareness and culture across the organization
Requirements:
Must-Haves:
• 10+ years leading global cybersecurity, risk, and compliance teams
• Experience at VP or Head-of level in complex, multi-region organizations
• Background in manufacturing, energy, or critical infrastructure environments
• Strong expertise in threat landscape, risk management, incident response, and security architecture
• Experience with IT and OT (Operational Technology), including ICS/SCADA environments
• Expertise in frameworks and regulations (NIST, ISO 27001, GDPR; CMMC/ITAR a plus)
• Proven ability to translate technical risk into business impact for executive stakeholders
• Experience managing cybersecurity budgets and driving ROI-based decisions
• Familiarity with Microsoft Azure and enterprise security tools (e.g., endpoint protection platforms)
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills across global teams
Nice-to-Haves:
• Master's degree in business, IT, or related field
• Experience with SAP, MES, or manufacturing platforms
• Background in IoT, AI/ML security, or secure software development
• Strong talent development and team-building experience
• Experience operating in highly regulated environments