Senior Manager - Cybersecurity Operations

Aptiv•Troy, MI

58d

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 skilled and forward-thinking Senior Manager of Cybersecurity Engineering to support the strategic development and operational execution of cybersecurity initiatives across our enterprise and manufacturing environments. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with a strong technical foundation and leadership capabilities, ready to drive innovation and resilience in a complex, global organization.

Requirements

7+ years of experience in cybersecurity engineering, with 3+ years in a leadership or management role.
Experience in deploying enterprise security controls in global, multi-national environments, preferably in automotive, industrial, or critical infrastructure sectors.
Strong technical expertise in security domains including networking, cloud, identity, and data protection.
Familiarity with securing both IT and OT environments.
Experience managing vendors and service providers.
Understanding of industry frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, TISAX).
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Nice To Haves

Master's degree preferred.
Professional certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CCSP) are advantageous.

Responsibilities

Support the Executive Director in defining and executing cybersecurity engineering strategies aligned with enterprise risk and business goals.
Promote a defense-in-depth approach across IT and Operational Technology (OT) environments.
Lead the implementation and optimization of security controls across networks, infrastructure, applications, cloud, endpoints, identity, privileged access, data, and OT systems.
Ensure solutions are scalable, resilient, and aligned with enterprise architecture standards.
Oversee day-to-day operations of cybersecurity tools and platforms, ensuring performance, automation, and integration.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security posture through continuous improvement.
Manage relationships with Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and third-party vendors.
Monitor service delivery against defined SLAs and KPIs.
Ensure engineering practices align with regulatory and internal compliance requirements (e.g., NIST, TISAX, GDPR).
Support internal and external audits and assessments.
Lead and mentor a team of cybersecurity engineers across global locations.
Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.
Assist in budgeting and resource allocation for cybersecurity engineering initiatives.
Recommend investments in tools, talent, and services to enhance risk mitigation and operational efficiency.