Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), Cyber & Product Security Greater Milwaukee, WI Area

The Company is seeking a Chief Information Security Officer to lead its global cybersecurity organization and strategy. The role is responsible for protecting enterprise information, manufacturing operations, connected products, and digital systems, while setting a multi-year security roadmap and advising executive leadership and the Board on cyber risk. The CISO will oversee security operations, incident response, threat intelligence, governance and compliance, product and IoT security, and operational technology security. Responsibilities also include leading responses to significant cyber incidents, managing third-party risk and security investments, and building a high-performing global team. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, cybersecurity, engineering, or a related field, along with 15 years of progressive cybersecurity experience and at least 10 years in senior security leadership. Experience leading security in complex industrial or manufacturing environments, including OT/ICS and connected-product security, is required, as is a record of developing global teams and presenting cyber risk to boards and executives. Applicants should have strong knowledge of frameworks and requirements such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, IEC 62443, and SEC cybersecurity disclosure rules, plus the ability to communicate technical risks in business terms and lead high-severity incident response. A relevant master’s degree and certifications such as CISSP or CISM are preferred.

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Generac