Director, Enterprise Cybersecurity

About the Company

At Torc, we have always believed that autonomous vehicle technology will transform how we travel, move freight, and do business.

A leader in autonomous driving since 2007, Torc has spent over a decade commercializing our solutions with experienced partners. Now a part of the Daimler family, we are focused solely on developing software for automated trucks to transform how the world moves freight.

Join us and catapult your career with the company that helped pioneer autonomous technology, and the first AV software company with the vision to partner directly with a truck manufacturer.

The Director of Enterprise Cybersecurity leads Torc's information security strategy and operations. This role is responsible for protecting Torc’s digital assets, managing security risks, and fostering a culture of security awareness across the organization. The Director of Enterprise Cybersecurity is hands-on, using technical expertise and strong leadership skills to drive Torc’s security program forward.

What you'll be doing:

• Accountable and responsible for career development and coaching of the team
• Accountable and responsible for performance management of the team
• Accountable and responsible for ensuring continuous performance feedback is delivered and compensation analysis in close collaboration with peer managers and People Operations
• Develop and lead execution of a multi-year cybersecurity strategy with annual objectives and key results (OKRs)
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive cybersecurity architecture for our IT ecosystem, ensuring alignment with industry standards and business objectives
• Lead conduct, with a cross-functional team, of a thorough threat analysis and risk assessments for existing and new infrastructure and capabilities, identify potential vulnerabilities and propose mitigation strategies
• Stay abreast of emerging cybersecurity threats and technologies; and continuously update our security strategies and solutions accordingly
• Oversee and evaluate the implementation of security controls, including but not limited to identity and access management, vulnerability management, detection and response, and training
• Provide expert guidance to cybersecurity team members, fostering a culture of security awareness throughout the organization
• Liaise with external security vendors and partners, managing relationships and ensuring the effective integration of third-party security solutions
• Prepare and present reports on security architecture, risk assessments, and mitigation strategies to senior management and relevant stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry, regulatory, and organizational cybersecurity standards and policies
• Participate in and support incident response and forensic activities in the event of a security breach
• Represent Torc at external standards and industry bodies and communicate our cybersecurity approach.

What you need to succeed:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Cybersecurity or a related field or work experience equivalent to a Master’s degree.
• Minimum 8 years in cybersecurity with at least 3 years in a role leading cybersecurity programs
• Ability to be a strategic partner to the organization and identify & plan how to meet future needs of the organization
• Expert knowledge and demonstrated leader of functional area or department; acts as an advisor to leaders on relevant trends and emerging issues
• Ability to effectively manage a team of professionals and identify opportunities to grow and develop the team
• Strong understanding of identity and access management, vulnerability management, and GRC
• Proficient in security frameworks and regulations (e.g., ISO 27001, CIS Controls, NIST CSF)

Perks of Being a Full-time Torc’r  

Torc cares about our team members and we strive to provide benefits and resources to support their health, work/life balance, and future. Our culture is collaborative, energetic, and team focused. Torc offers:     

• A competitive compensation package that includes a bonus component and stock options  
• 100% paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for full-time employees    
• 401K plan with a 6% employer match  
• Flexibility in schedule and generous paid vacation (available immediately after start date) 
• Company-wide holiday office closures  
• AD+D and Life Insurance 

At Torc, we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We celebrate the uniqueness of our Torc’rs and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, veteran status, or disabilities.

Even if you don’t meet 100% of the qualifications listed for this opportunity, we encourage you to apply.