Manager, Cyber Security Systems and Controls

TERREPOWER•Dallas, TX

About The Position

The Manager, Cyber Security Systems and Controls is responsible for leading the strategy, design, and execution of cybersecurity systems, controls, and risk management across a global, multi country environment. This role requires direct international cybersecurity experience, including securing systems across regions, navigating country specific regulations, and addressing cross border cyber risks. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver who can identify vulnerabilities, perform root cause analysis, and drive cybersecurity solutions from discovery through resolution in complex, international operating environments.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field; equivalent professional experience may be considered.
Minimum of 8 years of progressive IT management experience, with increasing responsibility across cybersecurity, infrastructure, or enterprise IT functions.
Proven experience developing and enforcing cybersecurity policies and designing security architectures for multi‑site environments; experience supporting organizations with a global footprint is strongly preferred.
Broad technical background across multiple infrastructure domains, including servers, networks, endpoints, cybersecurity controls, and both on‑premises and cloud environments.
Strong, hands‑on technical expertise with enterprise infrastructure solutions, including MPLS networks, SD‑WAN, firewalls, and secure remote access technologies.
Working knowledge of ITIL frameworks and formal project management methodologies, with the ability to apply structured processes to real‑world operations.

Nice To Haves

Professional cybersecurity certifications such as CISSP, CISA, GIAC, or demonstrated progress toward one or more of these credentials strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain a scalable global cybersecurity strategy aligned with business objectives and international regulatory requirements.
Lead cybersecurity operations and governance across international locations, ensuring consistent standards while addressing regional risks and operational differences.
Apply and enforce cybersecurity frameworks including ISO 27001, NIST, and other relevant global standards across all regions.
Ensure secure cross‑border data flows and protection of systems supporting international manufacturing and distribution operations.
Proactively identify cybersecurity risks, vulnerabilities, and control gaps within global systems and processes.
Lead root‑cause investigations for security incidents, audit findings, compliance gaps, and infrastructure weaknesses.
Own remediation efforts from identification through execution, validation, and long‑term sustainability. Ensure problems are fully resolved—not temporarily mitigated—and that lessons learned are incorporated into standards and processes.
Partner with infrastructure, applications, and business teams to embed security controls into daily operations and IT projects.
Review network and infrastructure environments (LAN, WAN, SD‑WAN, MPLS, VPNs, firewalls, cloud and on‑prem systems) from a cybersecurity and resiliency perspective.
Lead and support disaster recovery and business continuity planning, testing, and readiness across global locations.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing risk, improving detection and response, and strengthening overall security posture.
Work closely with international IT teams, leadership, and external partners to identify risks and align remediation strategies.
Establish and manage a global supplier cybersecurity assessment program, including risk evaluation, remediation tracking, and acceptance criteria.
Lead responses to customer, regulatory, and third‑party security audits, ensuring timely, thorough resolution of findings.