Senior Manager - Cybersecurity Operations

Aptiv•Troy, MI

23h

About The Position

Electrical Distribution Systems (EDS) is a global leader in the automotive manufacturing space, specializing in the manufacturing and distribution of wiring harnesses, high-voltage cabling, and electric vehicle (EV) chargers. We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Senior Manager of Cybersecurity and Operations to lead global security operations and incident response capabilities. This role is critical to ensuring the resilience and integrity of our enterprise and manufacturing environments against evolving cyber threats. The ideal candidate will bring deep operational expertise, strong leadership, and a passion for continuous improvement in cybersecurity .

Requirements

7+ years of experience in cybersecurity operations, with 3+ years in a leadership role.
Proven experience managing SOCs, incident response teams, and threat intelligence programs.
Strong technical knowledge of SIEM, SOAR, EDR, and other security technologies.
Familiarity with industry frameworks (e.g., MITRE ATT&CK, NIST, ISO 27001).
Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field

Nice To Haves

Experience in both IT and OT environments preferred.
Master’s degree preferred.
Professional certifications (e.g., CISSP, GCIA, GCIH, CISM) are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Security Operations Leadership Lead global Security Operations Center (SOC) functions, including threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability management.
Develop and execute operational strategies to monitor, detect, and respond to cyber threats in real time.
Threat Intelligence & Response Oversee threat intelligence programs to proactively identify and mitigate emerging risks.
Coordinate and lead incident response efforts, including containment, eradication, recovery, and post-incident analysis.
Monitoring & Analytics Implement and optimize SIEM, SOAR, and other monitoring tools to ensure comprehensive visibility across IT and OT environments.
Drive automation and analytics to improve detection accuracy and reduce response times.
Operational Resilience Collaborate with infrastructure and application teams to ensure secure configurations and timely patching.
Lead tabletop exercises and simulations to test incident response readiness.
Governance & Compliance Ensure operations align with regulatory and internal compliance requirements (e.g., NIST, TISAX, GDPR).
Support audit and reporting activities related to security operations.
Vendor & MSP Oversight Manage relationships with MSSPs and other third-party security providers.
Define and monitor SLAs, KPIs, and ensure accountability in service delivery.
Manage external penetration testing vendors and ensure timely execution of assessments and remediation tracking.
Team Leadership & Development Lead and mentor a global team of SOC analysts, incident responders, and threat hunters.
Foster a high-performance culture focused on agility, collaboration, and continuous learning.
Budget & Resource Management Assist in budgeting and resource planning for cybersecurity operations.
Recommend investments in tools, services, and training to enhance operational effectiveness.