Cybersecurity Program Manager

Remote Worker - Slovak Republic, Slovakia

Mondelēz International

Mondelēz International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MDLZ) is one of the world’s largest snacks companies, empowering people to snack right in over 150 countries.

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Job Description

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Mondelēz International is seeking a Cybersecurity Program Manager to drive and manage enterprise-wide cybersecurity initiatives, ensuring alignment with our business objectives, regulatory requirements, and global risk management strategies. This role will play a critical part in securing our digital ecosystem, including manufacturing operations, supply chain, e-commerce platforms, and corporate IT environments.

The ideal candidate will oversee cybersecurity program governance, coordinate security projects, foster stakeholder engagement, and support compliance efforts in a fast-paced, global consumer packaged goods (CPG) environment.

How you will contribute

Program Governance & Cybersecurity Strategy

  • Develop, implement, and manage cybersecurity governance frameworks, policies, and controls tailored to the CPG industry.
  • Ensure alignment with business priorities, IT security objectives, and regulatory requirements such as GDPR, CCPA, and industry-specific cyber standards.
  • Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure cybersecurity program effectiveness and maturity.
  • Collaborate with IT, supply chain, and manufacturing teams to embed cybersecurity into digital transformation initiatives, including IoT, cloud adoption, and automation in smart factories.

Risk & Compliance Management

  • Lead risk assessments to identify, evaluate, and mitigate cybersecurity risks across Mondelēz's digital landscape.
  • Ensure adherence to security frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, and industry-specific standards for global operations.
  • Support internal and external audits, compliance reporting, and third-party risk management efforts.
  • Monitor regulatory changes and advise leadership on necessary adjustments to security programs.

Project & Security Program Management

  • Oversee and coordinate cybersecurity initiatives, including zero trust implementation, identity & access management (IAM), and data protection programs.
  • Work with IT and security teams to prioritize security projects that support business resilience and growth.
  • Develop and maintain a structured roadmap for cybersecurity initiatives, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.

Stakeholder Engagement & Cybersecurity Culture

  • Serve as a bridge between IT security, business leaders, supply chain, and manufacturing teams to align cybersecurity with operational needs.
  • Provide executive reporting and dashboards to leadership on security risks, initiatives, and compliance efforts.
  • Promote a culture of cybersecurity awareness through training programs tailored for corporate employees, plant operators, and third-party vendors.

Emerging Threats & Continuous Improvement

  • Stay ahead of emerging cybersecurity threats affecting CPG, food & beverage manufacturing, and retail sectors.
  • Assess and recommend new security technologies to enhance Mondelēz's cyber resilience.
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives to ensure the company remains agile in responding to cyber risks.

What you will bring

  • Strong knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks (NIST CSF, ISO 27001, CIS Controls) and industry best practices.
  • Experience managing security programs across global IT and OT environments.
  • Excellent communication skills to translate complex security risks into actionable business insights.
  • Ability to drive cross-functional collaboration between IT, operations, legal, and leadership teams.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic planning skills.

More about this role

Education / Certifications:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • CISSP, CISM, CRISC (for cybersecurity and risk management)
  • PMP, Agile, or SAFe certifications (for project and program management)
  • Certified CISO or cloud security certifications (AWS, Azure, GCP) are a plus

Job specific requirements:

  • 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity, risk management, or IT security governance.
  • Experience in global enterprises, particularly in CPG, food & beverage, retail, or manufacturing industries.
  • Familiarity with securing OT (Operational Technology), IoT, and supply chain cybersecurity risks.

Travel requirements:

  • Occasional travel to local office and international travel might be needed

Work schedule:

Standard CET hours with some flexibility for global meetings

Relocation Support Available?

No Relocation support available

Business Unit Summary

We value our talented employees, and whenever possible strive to help one of our associates grow professionally before recruiting new talent to our open positions. If you think the open position you see is right for you, we encourage you to apply!

Our people make all the difference in our succes

Mondelēz International is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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We value our talented employees, and whenever possible strive to help one of our associates grow professionally before recruiting new talent to our open positions. If you think the open position you see is right for you, we encourage you to apply!

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Perks/benefits: Career development Relocation support Travel

Regions: Remote/Anywhere Europe
Country: Slovakia

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