CISO, Cyber & Product Security — Industrial IoT Leader

Generac Power Systems Inc.; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 260,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Generac Power Systems Inc. seeks a dynamic Senior VP Cybersecurity (CISO) to lead the global security program, partnering with the CIO and executive team to protect information assets, manufacturing operations, and connected products.

This role owns the enterprise security roadmap and oversees IT/OT, governance, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate has 15+ years in cybersecurity with 10+ in senior leadership, experience in industrial or manufacturing environments, and a proven track

Qualifications

• 15 years of progressive cybersecurity experience.
• At least 10 years in senior security leadership roles (CISO/ Deputy CISO or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Defines multi-year enterprise cybersecurity strategy aligned to business goals.
• Leads product security for connected products and IoT ecosystems.
• Oversees security operations, governance, and risk across IT/OT.
• Directs PSIRT and vulnerability disclosure programs and regulatory compliance.
• Represents cybersecurity to Board, regulators, customers, and partners.
• Manages multi-million-dollar security programs and budget.

Skills

Executive cybersecurity leadership

Board communication

OT/ICS security

Product security

Incident response

Governance & risk

NIST CSF knowledge

ISO 27001 knowledge

IEC 62443 knowledge

Budget & vendor management

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Master's degree in Cybersecurity/IT or related field

Job description

Generac Power Systems Inc. seeks a dynamic Senior VP Cybersecurity (CISO) to lead the global security program, partnering with the CIO and executive team to protect information assets, manufacturing operations, and connected products.

This role owns the enterprise security roadmap and oversees IT/OT, governance, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate has 15+ years in cybersecurity with 10+ in senior leadership, experience in industrial or manufacturing environments, and a proven track