Cyber Defense Director

McLane Company, Inc.; Temple (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) Profit Sharing Plan after 90 days

Paid time off begins day one

Tuition reimbursement program

Job summary

McLane Company, Inc. is seeking a leader to drive their enterprise-wide cyber defense program in Temple, Texas. This hybrid position requires hands-on management across IT and Operational Technology, focusing on modernizing security capabilities and enhancing detection and response strategies.

Candidates should possess over 15 years of IT experience, preferably with 10 years focused in cybersecurity. McLane offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and more from day one, along with a structured 401(k) profit-sharing plan.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of IT experience.
• 10+ years in cybersecurity engineering/architecture/defense.
• Proven leader in enterprise cyber defense.

Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise cyber defense strategy across IT and OT.
• Modernize security platforms for improved visibility.
• Define secure architecture across enterprise environments.

Skills

Cybersecurity engineering

Leadership

Cloud security

Zero Trust Architecture

Identity and Access Management (IAM)

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s in Cybersecurity/CS/IT

Master’s preferred

CISSP/CISM/CCSP certifications

Job description

Drive the future of cyber defense at McLane. We’re seeking a strategic, hands‑on leader to own and scale our enterprise‑wide cyber defense program across IT and Operational Technology (OT). You’ll modernize security capabilities, embed secure architecture, and strengthen detection and response across a highly distributed, mission‑critical environment.

This is a hybrid position which will require the candidate to report to and work from the office three days a week. Interested candidates should be within a 50‑minute radius from Temple, TX.

Benefits You Can Count On

• Day 1 Benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA, and company‑paid life insurance.
• Paid time off begins day one.
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan after 90 days.
• Additional benefits: pet insurance, maternity/paternity leave, employee assistance programs, discount programs, tuition reimbursement program, and more!

What You'll Do

• Lead enterprise cyber defense strategy across network, data, endpoint, email, Microsoft, cloud, and GRC engineering.
• Modernize and integrate security platforms to improve visibility, reduce tool sprawl, and elevate prevention/detection.
• Define and enforce secure architecture across enterprise, identity (IAM), cloud, and OT environments.
• Embed security into design via standards, reference architectures, and formal review processes.
• Partner with the Fusion Center to strengthen telemetry, detection coverage, and response alignment.
• Advance identity‑centric security. (Zero Trust, least privilege, lifecycle automation)
• Lead OT/IoT security across distribution centers and automation environments. (segmentation, visibility, monitoring)
• Align OT security to Purdue Model, NIST CSF, IEC 62443; expand telemetry into centralized monitoring.
• Build and scale high‑performing engineering teams; oversee deployment and lifecycle of security technologies.

What We're Looking For

• 15+ years IT experience; 10+ years in cybersecurity engineering/architecture/defense.
• Proven leader of enterprise cyber defense across IT + OT in complex, distributed environments.
• Deep expertise in EDR/XDR, cloud security (CSPM/CNAPP), Zero Trust, IAM, and secure architecture.
• Track record modernizing platforms, reducing risk, and improving detection/response outcomes.
• Strong influencer and communicator—able to translate complex concepts for all audiences.
• Bachelor’s in Cybersecurity/CS/IT (Master’s preferred); CISSP/CISM/CCSP a plus.
• This position requires the ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job‑related tasks effectively and safely. This includes understanding work instructions, safety protocols, and communications essential to the role. The requirement is directly related to the nature of the job and ensures compliance with workplace safety and operational standards.

Fit the following? We want you here!

• Teamwork oriented
• Organized
• Problem solver
• Detail oriented

We’ve been forging our path as a leader in the distribution industry since 1894. Building an expansive nationwide network of team members for 130+ years has allowed us to stay agile for our clients across the restaurant, retail, and e‑commerce industries. We look to the future and are ready to continue making industry‑defining moves by embracing the newest technology into our practices, continuing team member training, and emphasizing our people‑centered culture.

Candidates may be subject to a background check and drug screen, in accordance with applicable laws.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

For our complete EEO and Pay Transparency statement, please visit https://www.mclaneco.com/legal/employment/

Primary Location United States-Texas-Temple

Work Locations 31st Street Temple TX

Business Unit IS970

Job Information Technology

Schedule Full-time

Shift 1st - Day

Employee Status Regular