Head Of Security Operations

Skf; Puebla de Zaragoza; A distancia; MXN 1,637,000 - 2,184,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A global automotive company is looking for a Head of Security Operations to manage security strategies and operations across IT and physical environments. The successful candidate will lead a team to safeguard against cyber threats and oversee a Security Operations Center. This role involves collaborating with stakeholders to maintain a compliant and secure environment. You will need strong leadership and communication skills, expertise in cyber resilience, and relevant qualifications. Join this role and shape the future of security in the automotive sector.

Servicios

Flexible work-life balance

Opportunity to make a difference in automotive business

Diverse work environment

Formación

• Proven leadership in a senior cyber defence and security operations role.
• Expertise in cyber resilience frameworks and incident response.
• Strong knowledge of operational risk management.
• Experience with cyber resiliency tests and simulations.
• Excellent communication skills, with experience presenting to senior stakeholders.

Responsabilidades

• Lead efforts to implement a comprehensive SEC Ops strategy.
• Execute and maintain the cyber resilience framework.
• Define cyber defence objectives and performance metrics.
• Oversee a threat intelligence program to identify vulnerabilities.
• Assess and mitigate risks associated with third-party vendors.

Conocimientos

Leadership in cyber defense

Expertise in incident response

Operational risk management

Communication skills

Educación

Relevant degree and certifications

Descripción del empleo

In September of

• SKF announced the separation of its Automotive business, with the objective to build two world‑leading businesses.

The role you are applying for will be part of the automotive business.

This means you will have the opportunity to be a part of shaping a new company aimed at meeting the needs of the transforming global automotive market. Are you passionate about ensuring security?

Do you thrive on the challenges of managing security operations, threats, and vulnerabilities?

Are you driven to establish and maintain resilience capabilities on a global scale?

Head of Security Operations – Automotive Business

As the Head of Security Operations, you will be a highly visible leader in shaping and executing strategies to safeguard against security disruptions, cyber threats, and systemic risks. Leading a team of specialists, you will oversee the Security Operations Center (SOC), threat intelligence, vulnerability management, and managing operational risks across IT, OT, and physical environments. This high‑impact role combines strategic leadership with hands‑on responsibilities, ensuring preparedness and recovery from security incidents while proactively preventing future disruptions.

You will collaborate deeply with internal stakeholders and external partners, driving cross‑functional initiatives to maintain a secure and compliant environment.

Main tasks and responsibilities

• Operational Security
  • Lead efforts to implement a comprehensive SEC Ops strategy aligned with regulations.
  • Execute and maintain the cyber resilience framework, ensuring rapid response & recovery.
  • Define cyber defence objectives, KRIs, and performance metrics.
  • Work closely with CISO management to embed resilience principles into processes.
  • Facilitate tabletop exercises and simulations, implementing continuous learnings.
  • Coordinate with stakeholders during cyber events to support SOC and senior managers.
  • Integrate cyber resilience into enterprise risk management and IT security.
  • Oversee and enable business continuity and disaster recovery plans, ensuring readiness.
  • Liaise with regulatory bodies and auditors, preparing reports and responses, where needed.
• Threat Intelligence and Vulnerability Management
  • Oversee a threat intelligence program to proactively identify vulnerabilities.
  • Support the vulnerability management program to proactively manage the vulnerability lifecycle with relevant stakeholders.
• Vendor and Supply Chain Management
  • Assess and mitigate risks associated with third‑party vendors.
  • Establish due diligence processes for critical suppliers, including resilience testing.
  • Develop contingency strategies for vendor‑related disruptions and ensure robust exit strategies.
  • Collaborate with procurement and risk management teams to integrate resilience into vendor selection and onboarding.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in a senior cyber defence and security operations role.
• Expertise in cyber resilience frameworks and incident response.
• Strong knowledge of operational risk management and ways to mitigate with security controls.
• Experience with cyber resiliency tests and simulations.
• Ability to develop practical resilience strategies working with business.
• Thorough understanding of technical security capabilities to enable oversight.
• Excellent communication skills, with experience presenting to senior stakeholders.
• Relevant degree and certifications are highly regarded.

SKF is committed to creating a diverse environment, and we firmly believe that a diverse workforce is essential for our continued success.

Therefore, we only focus on your experience, skills, and potential.

Come as you are – just be yourself.

#weareSKF Our offer We offer an opportunity to make a difference in the Automotive Business, working together with a highly motivated team that shares a mission to protect and secure, as well as contribute to the greater good of the company.

You will have considerable influence over how and when you work, enjoying both freedom and responsibility to maintain a healthy work‑life balance.

Location: Any site globally. Some of our preferred sites are Puebla – Mexico, Poznan and Warsaw – Poland, Luton – England, Ariasca – Italy.

But we are open to discussing other Automotive locations for the right candidate, with a general preference that the candidate will be hired on a local contract.

This position is a global role and reports to CISO.

For questions regarding the recruitment process, please get in touch with Stina Scheller, Talent Acquisition Automotive. (Please note that we do not accept applications via email).

Is this you?

If the answer is yes, please submit your application, along with your CV in English, by November 16th.