Cybersecurity Controller

AESC is looking to add a Cybersecurity Controller to our team in Smyrna, TN, Santa Clara, CA, Florence, SC or Bowling Green, Kentucky.

• Full-Time
• Hybrid / On-site

About AESC US LLC

AESC is an exciting, newly created global organization committed to solving the challenges of a sustainable future and becoming the leading supplier of full-value-chain battery solutions.

Our lithium-ion batteries can be found in nearly one million electric vehicles worldwide and have a stellar safety record of zero-critical issues.

AESC US is leading the way in battery technology. We design and manufacture EV battery technology for various electric vehicles and equipment.

We are working hard towards unlocking the full potential of sustainable energy and climate change mitigation. We will continue to build upon our successes and expand into new markets and industries, producing innovative and competitive products and technologies that advance the goal of a zero-carbon emission future.

AESC is headquartered in Japan and has battery manufacturing locations in Japan, UK, China, and the U.S.

AESC Mission

Our mission is to solve the challenges for a sustainable future. Together, we can make a meaningful impact.

About the Role

The Cybersecurity Controller will play a crucial role in safeguarding our organization's digital assets by proactively monitoring and responding to cybersecurity threats and incidents.

Your Team

You will be reporting directly to the Director, Global Cybersecurity, who brings many years of IT leadership. You will collaborate closely with a group of dedicated professionals, each contributing their unique skills and expertise to our collective success.

This close-knit team is known for highlight any specific team achievements, traits, or culture . In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead, mentor, and collaborate with your colleagues to drive impactful results.

Our team values creativity, initiative, and a collaborative spirit, and we look forward to welcoming you to this dynamic work family where your contributions will play a vital role in achieving our common goals.

What You Will Do

Cybersecurity Architecture and Framework :

• Design and maintain the overall cybersecurity architecture, ensuring it aligns with industry best practices and relevant frameworks.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive cybersecurity framework to protect the organization's digital assets.

Policy Development and Enforcement :

• Lead the creation of cybersecurity policies, procedures, and guidelines, covering areas such as data protection, access control, incident response, and encryption.
• Define mechanisms and processes for the effective enforcement of cybersecurity policies throughout the organization.

Standards and Compliance :

• Establish and maintain cybersecurity standards for the user community, cybersecurity team, and leadership, ensuring alignment with industry regulations and frameworks.
• Oversee compliance efforts related to NIST, ISO 27001, TISAX, IATF : 16949, and other relevant standards, conducting regular audits and assessments.

Security Controls :

• Identify, define, and implement security controls to protect against cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities.
• Collaborate with the Cyber Security Responders to ensure that security controls are effectively deployed and monitored.

Security Awareness and Training :

• Develop and deliver cybersecurity training and awareness programs for employees, fostering a culture of security within the organization.
• Ensure that all staff members are educated on cybersecurity policies and best practices.

Incident Response Planning :

• Collaborate with the Cyber Security Responders to establish and maintain an effective incident response plan.
• Define incident response processes and procedures, conducting regular drills and simulations.

Security Technologies and Tools :

• Stay current with emerging cybersecurity technologies and tools, evaluating their potential impact on the organization's security posture.
• Recommend and implement security solutions that enhance our cybersecurity capabilities.

Collaboration and Communication :

• Serve as the liaison between the Cyber Security Responders and internal auditors, providing insights into security controls and compliance.
• Communicate cybersecurity requirements and objectives to leadership and stakeholders.

What You Need

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
• Extensive experience (10+ years) in cybersecurity roles, with a focus on security architecture, policy development, and standards enforcement.
• In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, including NIST, ISO 27001, TISAX, IATF : 16949, and other relevant standards.
• Strong understanding of security controls and their implementation.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to create and enforce cybersecurity policies and procedures.
• Relevant certifications, such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), are highly desirable.
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities, with the capacity to work across multiple teams and levels of the organization.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Experience with security technologies and tools, including intrusion detection systems, firewalls, and SIEM solutions.

Additional qualifications

• Knowledge of cybersecurity, engineering, ethical hacking tools and methods
• Familiar with big data technologies, SQL, python, analytic software packages and software engineering environments.
• Knowledge of GDPR and other privacy frameworks (including China, Japan, UK, US, and France)
• A desire to constantly improve the company's global security position.

What We Offer

Welcome to our state-of-the-art Gigafactory where you'll have the opportunity to tackle the world's most fascinating challenges alongside exceptionally talented individuals who are driven to make a difference.

At AESC, we offer a comprehensive compensation package, including a competitive salary and a rewarding AESC bonus program.

In addition, we provide a range of valuable benefits, such as 401K,

and health insurance. We strive to ensure that our employees are well taken care of, enabling them to focus on their work and contribute to our collective mission of changing the world.

• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development.
• Highly automated, clean, safe, and temperature-controlled production environment
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• HSA and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401K with company match
• Life Insurance (Company paid and additional voluntary life available)
• Paid Vacation and 14 Paid Holidays
• Short term and long-term disability coverage (Company Paid)
• Tuition reimbursement

Application Process

Even if you don't meet every requirement listed, if you believe this role suits you well, we encourage you to apply. Your application gives us the opportunity to learn more about you and explore potential fits within our team.

Following the submission of your application, we are committed to providing timely responses to all applicants, though response times may vary depending on the volume of submissions.

If you do not receive an immediate response, please rest assured that this in no way reflects on the quality of your candidacy.

Your application will be retained in our files, and we may reach out to you for future roles that align with your skills and interests.

As our organization experiences rapid growth, we appreciate your patience in this process. We are actively working each day to enhance our application procedures to ensure a smoother and more efficient experience for all applicants.

Thank you for your understanding and enthusiasm for joining our dynamic team.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At AESC, we are committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all individuals. We participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.

S Join us in our passion to design, manufacture, and sell high-performance products, contributing to a sustainable and zero-carbon emission future.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to read, write, speak, hear; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach and lift with hands and arms frequently throughout the day.

Work Environment

The individual must be able to perform all essential functions as appropriate on the plant floor, in meetings, and with employees, management, customers and suppliers.

Candidate must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately, and without causing significant safety threat to self or others.

The statements made herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job classification.

They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive and inclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, and / or skills required of personnel so classified.

Hiring is contingent upon successful completion of drug screen and background check. AESC US LLC is a drug-free workplace.

The salary range for this position in Santa Clara, CA is $125,000 - $150,000. In other locations the salary range will be subject to local labor market conditions.