We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters.
Ford’s legacy of innovation is about to reach new heights. Imagine being on the ground floor of something truly extraordinary. At BlueOval Battery Park Michigan, we’re not just assembling battery systems; we’re leading a transformation. As a key member of our start-up team, you’ll have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to launch a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility from the ground up. Imagine: you, at the forefront of the electrification movement, helping to bring the next generation of vehicles to driveways, job sites and highways everywhere.
At BlueOval Battery Park Michigan, you will...
• use your entrepreneurial skills and team mindset to come up with data-driven solutions
• build and lead an agile team to deliver the advanced technology that drives the future
• create a culture of trust, encourage diversity of thought and foster leadership in others
• be part of the historic transformation of the automotive industry.
As a Manager, Architecture and Information Security, you’ll also define the data, technology, and security architecture. You will own defining and operationalizing an Information Security ecosystem that ensures compliance with Ford’s corporate policies.
What You'll do...
- Collaborate with Software Product and Infrastructure and Operations leaders to shape a future-focused architectural approach for the LLC.
- Aid in the selection of software solutions for the LLC that align with the architecture strategy.
- Partner with a manufacturing service provider to establish an integration architecture that addresses the security and operational goals of the corporation.
- Develop and implement the company's technology architecture and security strategy in line with business objectives.
- Oversee all aspects of information security, including risk management, compliance, and incident response.
- Collaborate with other departments to identify and prioritize technology needs and solutions.
- Develop and maintain the architecture and security standards, policies, and procedures.
- Stay up to date with emerging technologies and trends in information security.
- Lead and mentor the architecture and information security team, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Ensure compliance with data protection and privacy regulations.
- Develop and maintain disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
You'll have...
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or at least 12+ years of relevant experience
- 5+ years of experience in architecture, including experience with SaaS and cloud-based solutions.
- 5+ years of experience with information security
- Proven ability to recruit, develop and retain technical talent.
- Strong technical background with expertise in enterprise architecture, security, and infrastructure.
- Excellent leadership and communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to develop and implement successful technology architecture and security strategies.
- Knowledge of data protection and privacy regulations.
Even better, you'll have...
- Ability and willingness to work onsite as needed highly preferred
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse business and technical teams.
- Experience working closely with external entities.
- Experience / familiarity with IIOT implementation strategy.
- Experience / familiarity with manufacturing controls environments.
- Experience in the manufacturing industry or a related field.
- Familiarity with Industry 4.0 and digital transformation initiatives.
- Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices and compliance regulations. Familiarity with industry frameworks such as NIST, ISO and CIS.
- Understanding of cloud computing and SaaS solutions.
- Experience with ERP systems and other enterprise applications.
- Strong business acumen and ability to align technology strategy with overall business goals.
You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to BlueOval Battery Park, Michigan, we encourage you to apply!
As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including: • Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage • Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more • Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more • Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases • Tuition assistance • Established and active employee resource groups • Paid time off for individual and team community service • A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day • Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
This position is leadership level 5 and ranges from $138,240-261,720. Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.
For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/LL5
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
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