Director, Cybersecurity (Fairfield)

Director Of Cybersecurity

When you join Kyocera Document Solutions America, Inc. you are joining an organization that is deeply rooted in the Philosophy of doing what is right as a human being. Through this Philosophy, our employees are passionate about providing best in class customer service through efficiency, accountability, and a sense of urgency all while putting knowledge to work to drive change.

In addition, we're a Great Place to Work and we really mean it! Kyocera Document Solutions America, Inc. has been officially certified as a Great Place to Work since 2022. An organization earns this distinction when its employees have expressed their trust in the people they work for, have pride in what they do and enjoy the people they work with.

Unlike your average IT team that simply administers technology, we are looking to transform our IT department into a strategic partner that provides a real impact by delivering innovative solutions. As the Director of Cybersecurity, you will be responsible for developing and implementing the cybersecurity vision, strategies, standards and programs for Kyocera Document Solutions America, Inc. This role will partner cross functionally with multiple departments aligning cybersecurity goals with business needs to ensure the standards and programs are defined, implemented, and adhered to throughout the Americas. This role is also responsible for analyzing, anticipating, preventing, and resolving cybersecurity threats using cybersecurity tools, tactics, and methods to strengthen the overall security posture of the organization.

To be successful in this position the ideal candidate will have a winning attitude, a positive problem-solving approach, excellent technical and interpersonal skills, and foster productive relationships with IT colleagues and business users. This important security role contributes to the core IT objective of delivering business operations with minimal risk to the enterprise.

The chance to do something meaningful, to challenge yourself, and be a part of a changing industry does not come around every day.

Responsibilities

Oversee all cybersecurity functions, including governance, risk management, compliance, and operations.

Define and lead the organization's cybersecurity strategy and roadmap.

Develop, implement, and ensure enterprise-wide compliance of all cybersecurity programs and practices.

Collaborate with executive leadership to align security initiatives with business goals.

Evaluate and procure tools managing security vendors, consultants, and service providers ensuring cost-effective solutions.

Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and industry standards (e.g., SOX, HIPAA, PCI-DSS).

Work closely with IT, legal, HR, compliance, and business units for third-party risk management.

Supervise incident response, threat intelligence, and vulnerability management.

Present cybersecurity posture and risks to leadership.

Supervise administrative and IT staff, providing mentorship and performance management.

Foster a culture of accountability, integrity, risk avoidance, and continuous improvement.

Support ongoing training, and development of cybersecurity personnel.

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or related field.

1015+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with 5+ years in senior leadership.

Executive-level certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CRISC, or MBA) preferred.

Proven experience in strategic planning, risk management, and regulatory compliance.

Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Excellent organizational, communication, and critical thinking skills.

Excellent listening and interpersonal skills with keen attention to detail.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees' well-being which includes : Medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k) retirement plan with Company match, life insurance and disability coverage, paid time off and holidays, paid parental leave, Employee Assistance Program, Volunteer Time Off, and professional development course reimbursement.

The typical pay range for this role is $148,000-$168,000. This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography, and other relevant factors. This position may include a discretionary bonus based on performance.

This is a general description of the duties and responsibilities most frequently required of this position. The company may from time-to-time request that the incumbent perform other related tasks and assume reasonable responsibilities that have not been specifically included in this description.

Kyocera Document Solutions America, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, a VEVRRA Federal Contractor, and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding nondiscrimination. Kyocera provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. Qualified minorities, women, protected veterans and / or individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.