Deputy Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

KLA•Ann Arbor, MI

21h•Onsite

About The Position

KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop, smartphone, wearable device, voice-controlled gadget, flexible screen, VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration, research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers work together with the world’s leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow’s electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us.

Requirements

Bachelors in cybersecurity, engineering, computer science, or related field
10+ years of experience in cybersecurity, including leadership roles in global organizations.

Responsibilities

Lead daily execution of the cybersecurity program, ensuring alignment with CISO strategy, risk tolerance, and business priorities.
Ensure consistent operational performance, service reliability, and risk reduction across geographically and functionally distributed teams.
Translate divisional priorities into operational plans, organizational structures, and coordinated programs and initiatives.
Provides leadership continuity and operational oversight across Cybersecurity and acts on behalf of the CISO as delegated.
Leads organizational change initiatives related to structure, roles, processes, and service delivery; builds alignment across leadership team and IT; ensuring effective communication, accountability, and follow-through.
Partner with Legal, IT, Privacy, and business leaders to ensure timely, defensible incident management and risk escalation.
Translate cybersecurity strategy into executable roadmaps, operating plans, and success metrics.
Track delivery against objectives, risk reduction targets, and regulatory obligations; proactively identify gaps and remediation actions.
Drive continuous improvement across cybersecurity processes, automation, and tooling to improve speed, scale, and resilience.
Drive succession planning, workforce development, and leadership maturity across the security organization.
Nurture a collaborative, accountable culture focused on outcomes, operational rigor, and professional growth.
Support the CISO in developing and implementing the global cybersecurity strategy aligned to business, engineering, and manufacturing priorities.
Serve as acting CISO when required, including executive briefings, board presentations, and crisis leadership.
Assists the CISO in strategic oversight of the Cyber Department and may serve as acting CISO as required in meetings and committees during the CISO absence.