Manager, Cybersecurity & Operations jobs in United States
cer-icon
Apply on Employer Site
company-logo

Commonwealth Fusion Systems · 1 day ago

Manager, Cybersecurity & Operations

Commonwealth Fusion Systems is on a mission to deliver the urgent transition to fusion energy. The Cybersecurity Manager will be responsible for leading and managing the company's cybersecurity program, developing and implementing security policies, and overseeing the monitoring of systems for security breaches.

Clean EnergyElectrical DistributionEnergyEnvironmental EngineeringRenewable Energy

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive cybersecurity program, including policies, procedures, and controls
Oversee the monitoring of our systems and networks for security breaches and investigate any incidents that occur
Conduct regular risk assessments and vulnerability scans to identify and prioritize security risks
Stay up-to-date on the latest cybersecurity threats and trends, and recommend and implement appropriate security measures
Manage the cybersecurity budget and ensure that resources are allocated effectively
Collaborate with other departments to ensure that security is integrated into all aspects of our business operations
Provide regular reports to senior management on the status of our cybersecurity program
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of cybersecurity professionals
Conduct regular performance reviews, provide constructive feedback, and support career path development for direct reports
Foster a collaborative and motivating team environment that encourages innovation and continuous improvement
Manage team workload, project prioritization, and resource allocation to ensure strategic goals are met
Participate in the recruitment, interviewing, and hiring of new team members to build team capabilities

Qualification

Cybersecurity program developmentIncident responseNetwork securityLeadership experienceCloud securityCybersecurity certificationsRisk assessmentsCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsProject management

Required

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field
A minimum of 5 years of experience in a hands-on cybersecurity role
A minimum of 3 years of experience in a leadership or management position, with direct supervisory responsibilities
Proven experience in developing and implementing a corporate cybersecurity strategy and program from the ground up
Hands-on experience with incident response, threat hunting, and security investigations
Deep understanding of network security, endpoint security, identity and access management, and vulnerability management
Expert knowledge of current cyber threats, attack methodologies, and mitigation strategies
Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to manage projects, prioritize tasks, and lead a team effectively
Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
Perform activities such as typing, standing, or sitting for extended periods of time
Willingness to occasionally travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call
Work in a facility that contains industrial hazards including heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, high current, pressure systems, and cryogenics

Preferred

Experience with securing cloud environments (e.g., Google Cloud, AWS, Azure)
Experience in a manufacturing or R&D environment, including the security of Operational Technology (OT) and SCADA/ICS systems
Experience with implementing and managing security programs aligned with frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, or CMMC
Professional cybersecurity certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or GIAC
Knowledge of data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA)
Familiarity with DevSecOps principles and integrating security into the software development lifecycle

Benefits

Competitive compensation with equity
12.5 Company-wide Holidays
Flexible vacation days
10 sick days
Generous parental leave policy
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with employer matching
Professional growth opportunities
Team-building activities

Company

Commonwealth Fusion Systems

twittertwittertwitter
company-logo
Commonwealth Fusion Systems designs and develops commercial fusion energy systems to produce clean energy.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$2.88B
Key Investors
GoogleUS Department of EnergyTiger Global Management
2025-08-27Series B· $863M
2025-06-30Corporate Round
2024-06-06Grant· $15M

Leadership Team

leader-logo
Robert Mumgaard
Co-founder and CEO
linkedin
leader-logo
Martin Greenwald
Co-founder
linkedin
Company data provided by crunchbase