Cyber Security Manager

Company: UL
Location: Buffalo Grove
Posted on: October 5, 2021

Job Description:

Thousands of us around the world wake up every day with a common purpose: to make the world a safer, more secure and sustainable place. Science is in our DNA; we are endlessly curious and passionate about seeking and speaking the truth. We take delight in knowing that our work makes a meaningful contribution to society, and we are proud that our culture is centered on integrity, collaboration, inclusion and excellence. UL stands at the forefront of technological advancement, and we are continually challenged to find new ways to foster innovation and positive change. Satisfying? Yes. Exciting? Absolutely

The Cyber Security Manager is responsible for the internal consultation of security solutions. Acts as a subject matter expert (SME) in security and will carry out security/risk assessments for the organization. Has the ability to generate and interpret security metrics to demonstrate how UL manages and deals with security incidents, which includes investigations and interactions with internal and external stakeholders.

• Acts as a key point of contact for security related programs in specific region including on-site audits of UL’s facilities, security assessments, construction projects and investigations.
• Generates and interprets security metrics to demonstrate how UL manages and deals with security incidents with external and internal stakeholders.
• Acts as an advisor to security program team regarding projects, tasks, and operations.
• Develops relationships to ensure collaboration to aid in the creation of a security awareness culture within UL.
• Manages the performance of direct reports by developing accountabilities, establishing performance objectives, providing career counseling, feedback and guidance and ensuring that all policies are understood and adhered to.
• Performs other duties as directed.

University Degree (Equivalent to Bachelors degree) plus generally eight years of experience in security field or in a related area.

Previous military, law enforcement, or corporate experience preferred, but not essential.

Familiarity with a variety of security concepts, practices, and procedures.

Up-to-date knowledge of security equipment and technologies.

Demonstrated ability to facilitate customer meetings, negotiate and influence outcomes.

Strong program/project management and leadership skills to manager projects and meet deadlines while maintain high quality.

Requires a great deal of flexibility and will be required to be available to deal with matters as they arise and may be required to travel extensively.

Requires investigative skills and strong, clear and concise report writing skills.

UL has COVID-19 protocols and policies in place. Business related travel on behalf of UL requires proof of COVID-19 vaccination.

• Mission: For UL, corporate and social responsibility isn’t new. Making the world a safer, more secure and sustainable place has been our business model for the last 125 years and is deeply engrained in everything we do.
• People: Ask any UL employee what they love most about working here, and you’ll almost always hear, “the people.” Going beyond what is possible is the standard at UL. We’re able to deliver the best because we employ the best.
• Interesting work: Every day is different for us here as we eagerly anticipate the next innovation that our customers’ create. We’re inspired to take on the challenge that will transform how people live, work and play. And as a global company, in many roles, you will get international experience working with colleagues around the world.
• Grow & achieve: We learn, work and grow together with targeted development, reward and recognition programs as well as our very own UL University that offers extensive training programs for employees at all stages, including a technical training track for applicable roles.
• Total Rewards: All employees at UL are eligible for bonus compensation. UL offers a generous 401k matching structure of up to 5% of eligible pay. Additionally, we invest an additional 4% into your retirement saving fund after your first year of continuous employment. We provide Healthcare Reimbursement Accounts and Health Savings Accounts that UL contributes to twice per year! Depending on your role, you can work with your manager on flexible working arrangements. We also provide employees with paid time off including vacation, holiday, sick and volunteer time off.

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