Cyber Security Director

For over 75 years, Murata Electronics has been a tireless innovator, committed to developing technologies that profoundly change the world around us. Our solutions are inside more state-of-the-art products than you may imagine. Additionally, we enable other global companies to turn their visions into reality – from mobile communications to computers and networking, medical devices to power solutions, smart home technologies to automotive electronics. Our past innovations drive today's technology – and our present innovations are shaping tomorrow's.

Whatever the future holds, you can be sure that Murata will be a part of it.

Why Consider This Job Opportunity

The Cyber Security Director is responsible for leading the CSIRT and SOC operations for Murata Electronics America (MEA) and our North American based affiliate companies. The position works closely with the Murata Global Security Team (GST) operations center in Japan and collaborates and supports the other cyber leaders located in Europe, China and the ASEAN region.

Workplace Policy

Hybrid from Carrollton, TX or Atlanta, GA

What To Expect (Essential Job Responsibilities)

• Leads the Americas Security Team (CSIRT & SOC operations).
• Supports and consults local security teams for Murata Electronics America and affiliate companies on cyber security matters.
• Single point of contact between Murata Electronics America and affiliate companies when communicating with the Global Security Team (GST) in Japan.
• Focuses on improving the design and performance of the Murata Electronics America’s security team with input from the GST and other security teams.
• Organizes and reviews internal audits for affiliates and offices.
• Manages related projects, implementations, and issues for the security team. 
• Participates in budgeting, resource planning, and implementation.
• Addresses nonconformities, corrective actions, and opportunities for improvement at Murata Electronics America and affiliates with the security team.
• Reports to the Global Security Team in Japan and the Vice President of Digital Experience in America.  

What Is Required (Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Information security, computer science, or related field.
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), or similar certification.
• 7+ years of experience in information and cyber security roles in an enterprise environment.
• 3+ years of experience in a management role with at least one direct report.
• Experience in implementing and operationalizing established security controls frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, or the Critical Security Controls (CIS).
• Experience in implementing and managing security tools such as SIEM, SOAR, EDR/XDR, NDR, NAC, DLP, Firewalls, and IDS/IPS.
• Ability to work evenings and/or holidays to solve issues when security incidents occur.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Travel

• Initial training may require an extended business trip or several trips to Japan.
• Requires international business trips several times a year in addition to travelling domestically to Murata Americas and affiliates.

Imagine the possibilities as a member of Murata's innovative global team.

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