Head of IT Enterprise Security, Ford Energy

Ford • Glendale, KY

12h • Remote

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 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.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• CISSP is required.

Nice To Haves

• CSSLP (Secure Software) or GICSP (Industrial Security) is highly preferred.
• Experience in the Renewable Energy, Automotive (EV), or Semiconductor industries.
• Strong ability to communicate complex technical risks to executive leadership and board members.
• Familiarity with export control regulations and international intellectual property protection.
• Visionary strategic thinker able to navigate rapidly evolving global energy storage markets.

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).

Benefits

• Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
• Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
• Tuition assistance
• Established and active employee resource groups
• Paid time off for individual and team community service
• A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees