Head of OT & Product Cybersecurity

Inside the Role

Leads the global OT & Product Cybersecurity function and holds end-to-end accountability for defining, governing and overseeing cybersecurity controls, standards and compliance requirements across manufacturing environments and vehicle products. Ensures secure product architecture, development and compliance with global cybersecurity regulations and industry standards.

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience

Benefits include annual variable pay bonus program; company paid company vehicle with insurance and fuel card; 401k company contribution with company match up to 6% as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age; non-qualified deferred compensation plan with company contribution of 7% of variable pay; starting at 4 weeks paid vacation; 13+ holidays per calendar year; Paid parental leave; employee assistance program; comprehensive health care plans and wellness programs; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuition assistance program; volunteer paid time off; short-term and long-term disability plans.

What You Drive at DTNA

• OT & Product Cybersecurity Strategy: Define and drive the global OT and Product Cybersecurity strategy aligned with regulatory, business and engineering requirements.
• OT & Product Cybersecurity Governance & Standards: Own cybersecurity policies, standards, control frameworks and technical requirements across OT and vehicle security domains and ensure that they are implemented by the manufactures
• Regulatory Compliance & Certification for Products Ensure global compliance with applicable regulations and standards such as UNECE R155/R156, Cyber Resilience Act (CRA), ISO/SAE 21434, ISO 62443 and relevant regional requirements.
• Cybersecurity Architecture Engineering Oversight Govern secure architecture design and implementation across all vehicle programs.
• OT & Product Security Risk Management Establish and oversee the global OT and Product Cybersecurity risk management framework, ensuring cybersecurity risks, vulnerabilities and emerging threats across manufacturing environments and vehicle products are identified, assessed, prioritized and mitigated in alignment with business, safety and regulatory requirements.

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Automotive Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years experience in product security, OT security, embedded systems security or industrial cybersecurity.
• Proven leadership experience within automotive, industrial or manufacturing environments.
• Experience implementing and governing global cybersecurity compliance frameworks.
• Experience with vehicle cybersecurity standards and type approval requirements.
• Experience representing organizations towards regulators, auditors and certification bodies.
• Advanced cybersecurity certifications/skills (CISSP, ISO 21434, ISO 62443 etc.).

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• Executive leadership or transformation management training preferred.
• Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Automotive Engineering or related field.

Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

Fort Mill, SC US. Relocation assistance for this position is available when the selected candidate meets eligibility criteria.

Schedule Type:

Hybrid (4 days per week in-office / 1 day remote). This schedule builds our #OneTeamBestTeam culture, provides an unparalleled customer experience, and creates innovative solutions through in-person collaboration.

At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we’re building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA’s legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future – building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.

That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.

U.S. Visa sponsorship available if you qualify under the following:

• Hold a valid existing Visa (L1A, L1B, L2, TN, H1B, H4 EAD, OPT EAD, CPT)
• Daimler Truck North America employees working under an existing U.S. Daimler Truck North America Visa
• Those eligible for a TN Visa (Canadian or Mexican National working in an Engineering, Accounting or Scientific Technologist capacity with an aligning degree)
• Those eligible for an L-1 (inter-company) Daimler Truck visa under the Corporate Blanket L-1 program would require at least one-year of qualifying experience in the last three years

Additional Information

• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
• EEO - Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.