Director, Security Governance

Company

Cox Automotive - USA

Job Family Group

Information Technology

Job Profile

Director, Cybersecurity

Management Level

Director

Flexible Work Option

Hybrid - Ability to work remotely part of the week

Travel %

Yes, 25% of the time

Work Shift

Day

Compensation

Compensation includes a base salary of $159,400.00 - $265,600.00. The base salary may vary within the anticipated base pay range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include an incentive program.

Job Description

The Director of Security Governance coordinates all key department activities such as staffing, financial management, reporting,  security awareness, training and communications related to Enterprise Risk and Security.   Act as a trusted advisor to the CISO and Security executive leadership team, providing insights and recommendations for decision-making.   This leader will play a key role in  driving the strategic planning process for security routinely interacting with our border partners and Technology Senior Leadership.  Additionally curating and refining  key global security messaging and artifacts to senior leadership and boundary partners. his leader facilitates processes and routines to ensure that all critical security projects stay on track and visibility into delivery challenges are identified and reported.  Additionally, this leader creates and drives security awareness strategy and delivery  for Cox Automotive globally and requires developing and delivering training programs to educate employees about cybersecurity best practices, identifying potential threats, reporting suspicious activity, simulated phishing campaigns and fostering a culture of security awareness within the organization.  Drive operational efficiency by streamlining security operational processes, monitoring key metrics, and ensuring cross-functional collaboration.  Strong interpersonal communication and presentation skills will be a critical success factor for this role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and improve the security team performance.
• Develop and deliver training programs to educate employees about cybersecurity best practices, identifying potential threats, reporting suspicious activity, and fostering a culture of security awareness within the organization as well as measuring the effectiveness of security awareness initiatives.  Develop and execute phishing simulation campaigns, tracking user behavior, and providing targeted follow-up training based on results.
• Assist in developing executive presentations and messaging for internal audiences (e.g. Quarterly Business Reviews, Governance meetings, business updates, Teams Channel, Monthly Newsletter); facilitate transparent and effective communication on security matters across the organization.
• Drive aggregated security reporting and messaging of core strategic focus areas. 
• Lead implementation of employee communication, security awareness and engagement initiatives (e.g. All Hands meetings, Weekly Directs meetings, Leadership offsites, Community engagement, annual security awareness training, etc.).
• Monitor cross-functional projects, ensuring timely execution of key objectives
• Manage a team responsible for coordination of security budget, annual planning, communications, and people culture relating to security.
• Maintain a high degree of confidentiality and trust, as this position is privy to very sensitive information

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, law, or a related field  10+ years of experience in compliance, risk management, or related areas, with a minimum of 5 years in a senior leadership role. The right candidate could have a different combination, such as a Masters degree and 8 years experience or a PhD 5 years experience.
• Proven experience in executive/leadership communications and business reporting, translating strategies to execution plans
• Excellent writing skills, ability to “storyboard” and develop visually compelling presentations with clear logic and structure
• Highly organized and detailed oriented; proficient in managing competing priorities and multi-task in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Ability to influence with authority - anticipate and proactively address issues that may arise
• Trusted partner who can manage sensitive information and maintain confidentiality; the ability to understand unspoken sensitivities and exercise absolute discretion is a must
• Executive presence and a reputation for building strong relationships with stakeholders and leading teams, both direct reports and in peer/influence models
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills and presentation skills, including creative thinking and willingness to work hands-on to deliver impactful outcomes

Drug Testing

To be employed in this role, you’ll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited.

Benefits

The Company offers eligible employees the flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties, the company’s needs, and its obligations; seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year; and up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.

About Us

Through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to stellar experiences for drivers and dealers alike, Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells – or simply uses – cars. Cox Automotive employees get to work on iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book and industry-leading dealer-facing companies like vAuto and Manheim, all while enjoying the people-centered atmosphere that is central to our life at Cox. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.