Product Line Manager Cybersecurity 1

TUV SUD America; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Parental leave (up to 12 weeks)

Health, dental & vision plans

Life insurance and disability

Generous paid time off

Job summary

TUV SUD America is seeking a senior role to lead and coordinate third-party certification audits for its sustainability product portfolio. You will supervise auditors, drive product strategy, and interact with clients to align certification programs with global and regional objectives.

The role offers a collaborative, cross-functional environment with travel to client sites as needed, plus opportunities for professional development and regional training.

Qualifications

• Lead Auditor qualification for ISO 27001, ISO 27701, TISAX or equivalent cybersecurity program.
• 5+ years of experience conducting 3rd-party certification audits across complex, multi-site orgs.
• 3+ years of people-leadership experience managing direct reports or teams.
• Strong knowledge of certification body processes, accreditation rules, and MS standards.
• Understanding of market and customer requirements to guide product strategy.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills for clients and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Conduct management system audits with ~50% audit utilization target.
• Support onboarding, qualification, and resourcing of auditors for sustainability products.
• Monitor auditor performance, rejection rates, and quality indicators; take corrective action.
• Coordinate pre- and post-audit activities with Operations Manager.
• Provide technical training and contribute to knowledge-management tools.
• Develop and implement product portfolio strategy aligned with global/regional goals.
• Coordinate sales and marketing activities for sustainability services.

Skills

Lead Auditor qualification

Auditing experience

People leadership

Certification bodies knowledge

Client communication

Market requirements understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical or business field

Job description

At TUV SUD we are passionate about technology. Innovations impact our daily lives in countless ways, and we are dedicated to being a part of that progress. We test, we audit, we inspect, we advise. We never stop challenging ourselves for the safety of society and its people. We breathe technology, we strive for professional excellence, and we leave a mark. We take the future into our hands. We are TUV SUD.

Your Tasks

• Conduct management system audits with a target of approximately 50% audit utilization.
• Support the onboarding, qualification, and resourcing of auditors for the assigned sustainability product portfolio.
• Monitor auditor performance, including rejection rates and quality indicators, and take corrective action when needed.
• Facilitate pre-audit and post-audit activities in coordination with the Operations Manager.
• Provide technical training and contribute to knowledge-management tools and documentation.
• Develop and implement the product portfolio strategy aligned with global and regional business objectives.
• Coordinate sales and marketing activities related to assigned sustainability services.

Your Qualifications

• Third-party Lead Auditor qualification for ISO 27001, ISO 27701, TISAX, or an equivalent cybersecurity-related program.
• At least 5 years of experience conducting 3rd-party certification audits, including complex and multi-site organizations.
• At least 3 years of people-leadership experience managing direct reports or technical teams.
• Strong knowledge of certification body processes, accreditation rules, and management system standards within the assigned product line.
• Understanding of market and customer requirements to inform product strategy and business development activities.
• Strong communication and presentation skills for interacting with clients and internal stakeholders.
• Bachelor's degree in a technical or business field, or equivalent professional experience.

What We Offer

• Opportunities to shape and grow a high-impact sustainability product portfolio.
• Collaborative work environment across global, regional, and local teams.
• Professional development, training resources, and auditor-qualification support.
• Flexible working practices aligned with regional policies.
• Benefits and employee programs in accordance with regional guidelines.
• Participation in knowledge-sharing, innovation initiatives, and cross-functional projects.

Additional Information

• The anticipated annual base pay range for this full-time position is $110,000 - $130,000. Actual base pay will be determined based on various factors, including years of relevant experience, training, qualifications, and internal equity. The compensation package may also include an annual bonus target, subject to eligibility and other requirements. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to employees, including a 401(k) plan with employer match, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave for birthing parents and 2 weeks for other parents, health plans (medical, dental, and vision), life insurance and disability, and generous paid time off.
• Travel may be required, depending on client needs and audit assignments.
• We encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every listed requirement but demonstrate motivation and potential to succeed in the role.
• We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability and Veteran

TUV SUD America, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, marital status, genetics, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status and those laws, directives, and regulations of Federal, State, and Local governing bodies or agencies. We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.