Head of IT Enterprise Security

Ford Motor Company

Lead cybersecurity strategy for Ford Energy's new battery storage business, building a comprehensive security program. Collaborate with engineering to secure embedded systems and operational technology.

Posted 4/29/2026full-timeRemote • Kentucky • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityIoT

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build and lead a comprehensive security program from the ground up, covering Product, Manufacturing (OT), and Corporate (IT) security.
Partner with Engineering to integrate security into the product lifecycle, focusing on Battery Management Systems (BMS), firmware integrity, and hardware-level protections.
Implement rigorous data loss prevention (DLP) and access controls to safeguard proprietary battery chemistry, R&D data, and manufacturing processes.
Secure our automated production lines and factory floor environments to ensure operational uptime and prevent industrial sabotage.
Establish a robust vendor risk program and Software Bill of Materials (SBOM) to ensure the integrity of global components and sub-systems.
Drive the business toward achieving critical product and industrial certifications (e.g., IEC 62443, ISO 27001, UL 2900).

Requirements

What you’ll need

12+ years in cybersecurity or risk management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role within a hardware manufacturing or high-tech environment.
Bachelor Degree
Proven track record of securing embedded systems, firmware, or IoT devices at scale.
Direct experience securing Operational Technology (OT) and Industrial Control Systems (ICS).
Demonstrated ability to build security functions from scratch in a fast-paced, "startup-style" business unit.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
CISSP is required; CSSLP (Secure Software) or GICSP (Industrial Security) is highly preferred.
Experience in the Renewable Energy, Automotive (EV), or Semiconductor industries.
Strong ability to communicate complex technical risks to executive leadership and board members.
Familiarity with export control regulations and international intellectual property protection.
Visionary strategic thinker able to navigate rapidly evolving global energy storage markets.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

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Hard Skills & Tools

cybersecurityrisk managementdata loss preventionaccess controlsembedded systemsfirmware securityIoT securityOperational TechnologyIndustrial Control Systemssecurity program development

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationstrategic thinkingvendor risk managementproblem-solvingvisionary thinkingability to build functions from scratchability to navigate complex regulationsability to communicate technical risksadaptability

Certifications

CISSPCSSLPGICSP