Information Security Specialist (Regional)

Liebherr USA; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major medical

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with company match

Paid vacation

Paid personal days

Job summary

Liebherr USA is seeking an Information Security Specialist to drive security within the Americas. The role focuses on designing, implementing, and improving controls, incident response, and risk mitigation for IT systems and sensitive data.

Office-based in Newport News, VA or Saline, MI, with responsibilities spanning compliance, audits, tooling, and cross-functional collaboration across IT, DevOps, and risk teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology or related discipline; or equivalent education and experience.
• InfoSec certifications (CISSP, CEH, CISM, GIAC) can substitute for a degree.
• Security+ is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Designs and implements security solutions to protect IT infrastructure.
• Develops and enforces security policies, standards, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Conducts penetration testing, vulnerability scanning, and security audits.
• Investigates and responds to security incidents, performing forensic analysis.
• Ensures compliance with regulatory frameworks (GDPR, NIS2, ISO 27001).
• Evaluates and integrates new security tools and technologies.
• Automates security processes and threat mitigation where possible.
• Works with IT, DevOps, and risk management teams.
• Engages with regulatory bodies and compliance auditors.
• Coordinates with external cybersecurity partner.

Skills

InfoSec principles

IAM

Threat modeling

Automation tools

Security certifications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, CS, or IT

Tools

Ansible

PowerShell

Python

Job description

The Information Security Specialist is responsible for Information Security within the Americas region. Duties include designing, implementing, and improving security controls, incident response strategies, and risk mitigation measures to safeguard IT systems and sensitive data.

• This position is office-based in Newport News, VA. or Saline, MI.
• This position is not eligible for sponsorship. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Designs and implements security solutions to protect IT infrastructure
• Develops and enforces security policies, standards, and risk mitigation strategies
• Conducts penetration testing, vulnerability scanning, and security audits
• Investigates and responds to security incidents, performing forensic analysis
• Ensures compliance with regulatory frameworks (GDPR, NIS2, ISO 27001)
• Evaluates and integrates new security tools and technologies
• Automates security processes and threat mitigation where possible
• Works with IT, DevOps, and risk management teams
• Engages with regulatory bodies and compliance auditors
• Coordinates with external cybersecurity partner

Competencies

• Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology or related discipline and 4 years of IT experience focused on Information Security relevant technologies; or combination of equivalent education, training, certification, and 8 years relevant experience. Information Security certifications (such as CISSP: Certified Information Systems Security Professional; CEH: Certified Ethical Hacker; CISM: Certified Information Security Manager; GIAC: Global Information Assurance Certification) can be accepted in lieu of bachelor’s degree. Security+ preferred.
• Knowledge of Information Security engineering principles (least privilege, zero trust)
• Knowledge of IAM solutions (Active Directory, Okta, SSO, MFA)
• Knowledge of threat modeling and risk analysis techniques
• Knowledge of Information Security automation tools (Ansible, PowerShell, Python)
• Knowledge of Compliance frameworks (NIST CSF, CIS Controls, ISO 27001)
• Skilled in designing and implementing security architectures
• Skilled in automating security processes and threat mitigation
• Skilled in managing security operations and improving response efficiency
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of security initiatives
• Strong problem-solving skills in high-pressure situations
• Excellent teamwork and collaboration in cross-functional security projects
• Clear and concise communication to bridge technical and non-technical audiences
• Travel domestically and internationally occasionally.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver license and passport.

Our Offer

Pay Range: $110,000 - $131,000

An interesting and ambitious role in a successful international company. We offer a secure work environment with a comprehensive benefits package that includes major medical, dental and vision insurance, 401K plan with company match, paid vacation and personal days and competitive salary.

Liebherr-America, Inc. and its US affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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The Company

In line with its international growth, Liebherr’s venture into the United States began in 1970. Within a couple of years, the company expanded and completed its production facilities in Newport News, Virginia, for its product line of hydraulic excavators. It was later converted into Liebherr’s manufacturing facility for mining trucks and remains home to Liebherr Mining Equipment Newport News, Co. In addition to its production facility, Liebherr markets a wide variety of products and technologies through its companies located across the United States. The companies are Liebherr-Aerospace Saline, Inc., Liebherr Gear Technology, Inc., Liebherr Automation Systems, Co., and Liebherr USA, Co., the umbrella company for 12 product segments that are positioned across the United States.

Location

Liebherr USA Co.
4800 Chestnut Avenue
23607 Newport News, VA
United States (US)