Experience: 5+ years
Our company is looking for a leader to join our Cyber Rapid Innovation organization to spearhead new technology initiatives. This leader serves as an enterprise-wide point of contact and SME for emerging technologies and how they impact our overall security footprint. Additionally, this individual will serve as a liaison between our company and the broader cyber industry and community.
If you are passionate about cybersecurity and innovation, and thrive in a dynamic environment, we invite you to join our team and make a significant impact.
This is a hybrid role (3 days in the office) based in Rahway, NJ
- Lead end-to-end proof of concept exercises for our CISO organization
- Interface with vendors, peers, and the broader industry to stay on top of new and emerging technologies in the security ecosystem
- Oversee the engineering and implementation of complex security systems bo.th on-premises and in the cloud
- Build a strong internal network to ensure cohesion across multiple business verticals
- Ensure engineering excellence is front and center as new solutions are brought in and enabled
- Minimum five years of managerial experience in people leadership, with the ability to inspire and guide teams
- At least 5 years' experience in Engineering leadership experience, with a specific focus on large enterprise-scale initiatives
- Strong written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts clearly
- Demonstrated innovation in the field of technology and/or cybersecurity
- Adept at networking and building partnerships within the industry
- Commitment to execution excellence, ensuring high standards in all projects
- Strong analytical thinking skills, with the ability to solve complex problems
Required Skills: Application Security, Application Security, Certificate Services, Change Catalyst, Communication, Cross-Cultural Awareness, Cybersecurity, Cybersecurity Analytics, Cybersecurity Operations, Delivery of Security Applications, Design Applications, Emerging Technologies, Establishing Contacts, Information Security, Leadership, Liaison Communications, Network Segmentation, Operational Technology (OT) Security, Project Management, Project Planning, Security Compliance, SLA Management, Strategic Initiative, Systematic Problem Solving, System Designs {+ 3 more}
Job Posting End Date: 08/14/2026 *A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.
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