Security Engineering Manager - Governance

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 125,200 - 187,800; Full time

Job summary

A leading global food retailer is seeking a Security Engineering Manager to safeguard their technology environment in Chicago. This role involves enforcing security policies, managing incident responses, and collaborating with IT and business teams. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in technology, including strong cybersecurity knowledge and team management skills. A Bachelor's degree in Information Systems is required. The position offers a flexible hybrid work schedule and attractive salary ranges based on location.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in technology.
• 3+ years managing and training team members in relevant technologies.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and threat vectors.

Responsibilities

• Oversee adherence to IT security policies and controls.
• Maintain the Incident Response Plan for various threat scenarios.
• Monitor threat intelligence feeds and coordinate investigations.

Skills

Cybersecurity principles

Threat analysis

Incident response processes

Team management

Communication with stakeholders

Education

Bachelor's degree in information systems or related field

Job description

Introduction

Ahold Delhaize USA, a division of global food retailer Ahold Delhaize, is part of the U.S. family of brands, which also includes five leading omnichannel grocery brands – Food Lion, Giant Food, The GIANT Company, Hannaford and Stop & Shop. Ahold Delhaize USA associates support the brands with a wide range of services, including Finance, Legal, Sustainability, Commercial, Digital and E-commerce, Technology and more.

Overview

The Security Engineering Manager plays a critical role in safeguarding our technology environment by monitoring and governing security policies in close coordination with Global Security. This role manages the ADUSA Incident Response Plan across all scenarios, ensuring timely follow-up, accountability, and assurance. Acting as the first line of defense, this role tracks threats, investigates incidents with IT and business teams, and ensures IT leadership is promptly engaged in events identified through SOC and SIEM tools.

Our flexible hybrid work schedule includes three in-person days at one of our core locations and two remote days.

Our core office location for this role includes Salisbury, NC; Chicago, IL; and Quincy, MA.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and Enforce Security Policies: Oversee adherence to IT security policies and controls, partnering with Global Security to ensure enterprise-wide compliance and alignment.
• Manage Incident Response Procedures: Maintain and execute the ADUSA Incident Response Plan across various threat scenarios, including documentation, escalation, and assurance activities.
• Threat Tracking and Investigation: Continuously monitor threat intelligence feeds, analyze alerts from SOC and SIEM systems, and coordinate cross‑functional investigations with Group Security, IT, and business stakeholders.
• First‑Line Incident Response: Act as the first point of contact for potential security incidents, triaging alerts, initiating response protocols, and ensuring timely communication with IT and Group Security leadership.
• Security Operations Engagement: Coordinate with Security Operations Center (SOC) and Group Security threat detection to ensure effective threat monitoring, alert tuning, and response workflows.
• Reporting and Assurance: Provide regular reporting on security incidents, response metrics, and policy adherence to IT leadership and governance forums, supporting continuous improvement and risk mitigation.
• Ensure operational stability of a 24/7/365 grocery retail environment by providing technical support, system monitoring, and issue resolution which may be required during off‑hours, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Requirements

• 10 or more years of experience in relevant job or field of technology. Experience in an advanced role or technical capacity.
• Bachelor's degree in information systems, Business, Computer Science, or related field.
• 3 or more years' experience directly responsible for managing, guiding, training and onboarding team members in relevant technologies, capabilities or skills.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, threat vectors, and incident response processes.
• Familiarity with industry frameworks and standards such as NIST, ISO/IEC 27001, MITRE ATT&CK, and CIS Controls.
• Ability to analyze security alerts, logs, and telemetry from various monitoring tools to assess threat impact and determine response actions.
• Proven ability to collaborate across IT and business functions and communicate effectively with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Skilled in writing security documentation, response reports, and policy compliance summaries.
• Deep understanding of compliance, audit, and regulatory requirements impacting all aspects of Security
• Ability to travel as needed to support enterprise and brand teams (estimated 25%).

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, or related discipline.
• Demonstrated success driving transformation within complex, federated business environments.

Salary Ranges

ME/NC/PA/SC Salary Range: $108,880 - $163,320

IL/MA/MD/NY Salary Range: $125,200 - $187,800