Cyber Fusion Manager

Grainger Businesses • Lake Forest, IL

5d • $123,000 - $205,100 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Manager, Cyber Fusion Team builds and leads a specialized Security Operations capability that converts threats, investigations, and intelligence into tangible operational outcomes. This role reports to the Director, Cybersecurity Operations and operates as an enablement function within Security Operations. The Cyber Fusion Team does not replace CSOC monitoring, incident command, or remediation ownership. Instead, it strengthens Security Operations by improving detection quality, readiness, and threat-to-control conversion. The role is both a people manager and hands-on program leader, particularly during initial build-out and during high-impact investigations or incidents.

This position is not eligible for any form of sponsorship now or in the future. Individuals requiring sponsorship (e.g. OPT or H1B visa status) should not apply. Only individuals authorized to work in the United States now and for the foreseeable future will be considered for this position.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology or equivalent experience required
• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, information security or related field required
• 2+ years’ experience in security operations, threat hunting, detection engineering, incidence response support, threat intelligence or vulnerability management required
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity including processes and technology solutions that address gaps and issues
• Experienced in project and program management for technology and/or security related projects
• Management experience in leading and implementing security projects and process improvement
• Strong communications and presentation skills required, with the ability to present complex information to technical and non-technical audiences, including senior leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to translate ambiguity into structured, repeatable outcomes.
• Proven coordination skills under pressure with strong written documentation capabilities

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute the related workstreams for the information security strategy translating strategic priorities into operational roadmaps, project plans, measurable outcomes and standard work.
• Manage Security Programs and Governance ensuring compliance with regulatory, audit and internal compliance requirements
• Deliver Security Engineering & Operational Outcomes through designing, implementing and lifecycle management of security tools and processes.
• Lead Teams and develop talent building, coaching and developing a high performing security team
• Provide threat analysis, hunting and operationalization identifying attacker behaviors, leading hunts and ensuring threat discovery
• Detection Engineering and SOC Enablement through owning end to end detection lifecycle and ensuring threat informed risk and remediation prioritization
• Incident Response facilitation, assembling appropriate responders and partners, capturing decisions and actions and coordinate after action reviews
• Ensure security validation, readiness and learning and ensure operational discipline and guidance.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans with coverage starting on day one of employment
• 6 free sessions each year with a licensed therapist to support your emotional wellbeing.
• 18 paid time off (PTO) days annually for full-time employees (accrual prorated based on employment start date)
• 6 company holidays per year.
• 6% company contribution to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan each pay period, no employee contribution required.
• Employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, student loan refinancing and free access to financial counseling, education, and tools.
• Maternity support programs, nursing benefits, and up to 14 weeks paid leave for birth parents and up to 4 weeks paid leave for non-birth parents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager