Director Security Engagement and Awareness

AVEVA is creating software trusted by over 90% of leading industrial companies.

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Job Title: Director Security Engagement and Awareness

Location: Lake Forest, USA

Employment Type: Full-time

The job

The Security Engagement and Awareness Director is a senior member of the global security team and will be responsible for leading the development and execution of comprehensive communication and engagement strategies that effectively convey the organization's cybersecurity initiatives to global audiences. This role is crucial in engaging with senior leaders, shaping internal and external perception, and fostering a culture of cybersecurity awareness across different countries and cultures. Deep experience of developing and operationalizing communication and engagement services is necessary. The post holder will drive the development and delivery of these core service offerings and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the deliverables and management of direct reports in the team. 

The function is a core activity in, and crucial to, the success of the Office of the CISO which is of key strategic importance to the organization. The role must fulfil: 

• Developing and enabling security culture to be embedded across the organization 

• Operating and optimizing the organization's security professional framework 

• Developing and presenting content at industry events e.g. AVEVA World, Gartner 

• Annual education and awareness plan 

• Take the lead to the development and delivery (inhouse/outsource) of specialist security training for security teams in other functions. 

Key Responsibilities

• Build, operate, and continually improve engagement and communication services that underpins and support delivery of the business and security strategic objectives. This includes the development and implementation of training, awareness, crisis management and response communication plans that support our internal and external community of stakeholders, users, and customers.  

• Build and maintain trusted relationships with stakeholders. Provide specialized and deep expertise to develop and present compelling narratives that simplify complex security concepts for senior leadership across different countries and cultures. Foster strong relationships with executive stakeholders globally to enable alignment and support for security initiatives across the organization and its partners. 

• Provide specialized and deep expertise to lead the creation and implementation of Security branding and marketing strategies, that effectively communicate the security strategy and capabilities across the organisation and our customers where required. Develop culturally sensitive content for various communication channels, including social media, newsletters, and internal communications. 

• Represent the organization at industry forums such as AVEVA World and Gartner, delivering seminars and presentations on cybersecurity topics. Network with industry peers to stay updated on the latest trends and best practices. 

• Use psychological insights to understand human behaviors and needs across diverse cultures, tailoring communication strategies accordingly. Provide specialized and deep expertise to lead and develop training and awareness programs that address the human element of security on a global scale that reflects organizational needs. 

• Develop, operate and continually improve comprehensive crisis management plans. Manage relationships with media during a crisis. 

• Provide specialized and deep expertise to design and implement public relations strategies to cultivate strong relationships with industry, regulatory and influential professionals in various regions. Maximize the organizations security presence on various internal and external communication channels (e.g., social media). Organize PR events to increase awareness of the organization's cybersecurity capabilities in support of building trust with Customers. 

• Lead cybersecurity engagement and communication operational service and team planning to deliver effective and efficient services. Recruit, train, mentor, and supervise team members to build a competent professional skilled team with clear career pathways for members. Control budget for security services delivered by team to enable efficient use of resources. 

• Support and contribute to the development of the Digital Security strategy and continued improvement of Digital Security operational services. 

• Work closely with industry partners to lead the development of expertise and sharing of best practices to enhance the organizations cybersecurity capabilities.  

Basic Qualification

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in cybersecurity or communications, with at least 5 years in a leadership role. Proven track record of successfully engaging senior leaders and influencing organizational change across different countries. Extensive experience in developing and executing global branding and marketing strategies for cybersecurity initiatives. Proven work experience as a Communication and Engagement Director, or similar role with a global focus. 

• Extensive experience in a leadership role focused on security communication and engagement with preference for experience obtained in a software, internet service organization, or large consultancy environment. Able to lead a team through high-pressure situations. 

• Strong understanding of the global cybersecurity landscape, including emerging threats and regulatory requirements in different regions. Familiarity with international industry standards and frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, and GDPR. Deep specialist knowledge of psychological principles and their application in cybersecurity awareness and training across diverse cultures. Expertise in different social networks and media channels used globally. 

• Extensive experience in developing and executing long-term content strategies that align with organizational ambitions; crafting compelling and engaging narratives across various platforms and channels (internal and external). 

• Extensive experience of quickly assessing situations to make data driven decisions. Also, able to dig into details as well as analyze performance data related to cybersecurity from a high-level view to inform content strategies, track performance, and enable data driven decisions.  

• Extensive experience of translating complex digital and technical matters using language and terms that resonate with the recipient so they can easily consume the message and understand what it means for their respective business area. Extensive experience of communicating clearly and effectively with stakeholders, media, and the public where required.  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience of working within a regulated environment and embedding needs within communication and engagement strategies.  

• Expert at developing material for wide range of stakeholders from external compliance authorities, customers, and executive board members to functional leaders and operational staff.  

Educational Qualifications

• A professional certification in cybersecurity such as CRISC, CISM, CISSP, or equivalent experience.  

• A degree in a relevant field such as cyber security, risk management, information technology or field related to communications, public relations, marketing. 

Digital Security at AVEVA

Our Digital Security team is responsible for protecting AVEVA’s digital assets and keeping the company’s data and IP secure. We’re also playing a critical role in AVEVA’s move to the cloud.

As cyber threats grow and more and more data moves into the cloud, the importance of our role is only going to grow. If you’re a collaborative problem solver that’s passionate about cybersecurity, you’ll find fulfilment and opportunity in our team.

Find out more: https://www.aveva.com/en/about/careers/

USA Benefits include:

Flex work hours, 20 days PTO rising to 25 with service, three paid volunteering days, primary and secondary parental leave, well-being support, medical, dental, vision, and 401K.

It’s possible we’re hiring for this position in multiple countries, in which case the above benefits apply to the primary location. Specific benefits vary by country, but our packages are similarly comprehensive.

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Hybrid working

By default, employees are expected to be in their local AVEVA office three days a week, but some positions are fully office-based. Roles supporting particular customers or markets are sometimes remote.

Hiring process

Interested? Great! Get started by submitting your cover letter and CV through our application portal. AVEVA is committed to recruiting and retaining people with disabilities. Please let us know in advance if you need reasonable support during your application process.

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About AVEVA

AVEVA is a global leader in industrial software with more than 6,500 employees in over 40 countries. Our cutting-edge solutions are used by thousands of enterprises to deliver the essentials of life – such as energy, infrastructure, chemicals, and minerals – safely, efficiently, and more sustainably.

We are committed to embedding sustainability and inclusion into our operations, our culture, and our core business strategy. Learn more about how we are progressing against our ambitious 2030 targets: sustainability-report.aveva.com/

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AVEVA requires all successful applicants to undergo and pass a drug screening and comprehensive background check before they start employment. Background checks will be conducted in accordance with local laws and may, subject to those laws, include proof of educational attainment, employment history verification, proof of work authorization, criminal records, identity verification, credit check.  Certain positions dealing with sensitive and/or third-party personal data may involve additional background check criteria.

AVEVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to being an exemplary employer with an inclusive culture, developing a workplace environment where all our employees are treated with dignity and respect. We value diversity and the expertise that people from different backgrounds bring to our business.  AVEVA provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify your recruiter. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.