Manager, Security Awareness & Communications

Dover • Downers Grove, IL

13h • $120,000 - $150,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Dover is a diversified global manufacturer with annual revenue of $8 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components, specialty systems, consumable supplies, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments: Engineered Products, Clean Energy & Fueling, Imaging & Identification, Pumps & Process Solutions and Climate & Sustainable Technologies. Dover combines global scale with operational agility to lead the markets we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for 70 years, our team of approximately 24,000 employees has an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible. Headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois, Dover trades on the New York Stock Exchange under "DOV." Additional information is available at dovercorporation.com. Role Purpose Dover Corporation is seeking a cyber security internal communications leader who owns and governs how cyber security priorities are understood, adopted and acted upon across the enterprise. This role serves as the strategic owner of cyber security internal communications and change enablement; translating enterprise security strategy into clear, compelling narratives that drive measurable behavior change, individual accountability and risk awareness. The Manager leads enterprise-wide cyber security messaging across Dover and its operating companies (OpCos), strengthening trust, alignment, and engagement with internal and external stakeholders. This highly visible role partners closely with the head of global internal communications, executive leadership and IT / cyber security teams to ensure communications are consistent, modern, data-informed and aligned with Dover’s values, culture and business objectives.

Requirements

• 10+ years of progressive experience in internal communications or change management. Direct cyber security communications experience is a plus.
• Demonstrated success leading large-scale communications across decentralized organizations with diverse cultures and maturity mixed technology.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience (5+ years) in lieu of a degree. A master’s degree is a plus.
• Proven ability to influence and partner with senior executives (e.g., CEOs, CIOs, CDOs and CFOs).
• Exceptional written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience working with global teams, spanning multiple regions and languages.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver with precision.
• Equal parts, thinker and hands-on doer, with sound judgment, emotional intelligence and composure under pressure.

Nice To Haves

• SCMP, CMP, CPRC or CIPR certification is a plus.
• A master’s degree is a plus.
• Direct cyber security communications experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead the enterprise-wide cyber security internal communications and change strategy, directly supporting business objectives, risk reduction and security culture maturity.
• Serve as a trusted advisor, spokesperson and cyber security communications leader to executive and senior business stakeholders.
• Translate complex cyber security priorities into clear, relevant and compelling narratives that drive employee awareness, engagement and individual accountability across Dover and our OpCos.
• Partner with leadership to ensure sustained buy-in and alignment during periods of transformation, heightened risk and organizational change.
• In partnership with head of Dover global internal communications, design and deliver enterprise-wide cyber security communications and awareness campaigns supporting key initiatives, change management and incident communications.
• Ensure messaging is timely, consistent and effective across all levels, regions and operating environments.
• Establish clear metrics, feedback mechanisms and data-driven insights to evaluate the effectiveness of cyber security communications, awareness and training programs.
• Continuously refine strategies, solutions and tactics based on performance data, risk trends and evolving organizational needs.
• In partnership with head of Dover global internal communications, expand and modernize communication methods and methodologies to maximize reach, adoption and impact at enterprise scale.
• Introduce innovative, scalable approaches aligned with cyber security awareness and internal communications best practices.
• Build, coach and influence a distributed network of Dover and OpCo champions to elevate cyber security storytelling, change management and execution capabilities.
• Collaborate with third-party vendors to design and deliver scalable, engaging awareness and outreach programs.
• Remain current on cyber security threats, emerging trends and internal communications best practices to inform strategy and execution.
• Serve as SME editor for cyber security policies, standards and executive-facing materials ensuring clarity, consistency and credibility.

Benefits

• Benefits for this position include a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, including 9 paid holidays per calendar year, paid vacation days beginning at 120 hours annually, 40 paid sick leave hours annually or as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws; wellness reimbursement, tuition assistance; business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services.
• Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

What This Job Offers

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