United Engines · 14 hours ago
IT Security Manager
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expUnited Engines is focused on establishing a robust information security program, and they are seeking an IT Security Manager to oversee security operations and mitigate cyber risks. This role involves developing security strategies, managing security technologies, and promoting a culture of security awareness across the organization.
Machinery
Responsibilities
Establish accountable management for security operations, GRC, and incident response
Integrate security architecture and reviews into all major IT projects and vendor selections
Strengthen security awareness and phishing resilience across the workforce
Manage EDR/XDR, SIEM, SOAR, vulnerability management, patching SLAs, and threat intelligence. Coordinate MSSP/SOC partners and after-hours coverage
Own policies/standards, risk assessments, control testing, audit readiness, third-party risk management, and regulatory reporting
Lead IR playbooks, forensics coordination, evidence preservation, breach communications, and post-incident lessons learned
Manage IAM, PAM, network segmentation, zero trust, email security, DLP, encryption, and cloud security baselines
Run phishing simulations, role-based training, and compliance education; measure adoption and behavioral improvements
Optimize contracts, SLAs, and tooling; drive cost savings through consolidation and governance
Reduce mean time to detect (MTTD) and mean time to respond (MTTR) to threats
Continuously review and achieve 'no material findings' in external audits and close existing findings
Qualification
Required
Establish accountable management for security operations, GRC, and incident response
Integrate security architecture and reviews into all major IT projects and vendor selections
Strengthen security awareness and phishing resilience across the workforce
Manage EDR/XDR, SIEM, SOAR, vulnerability management, patching SLAs, and threat intelligence. Coordinate MSSP/SOC partners and after-hours coverage
Own policies/standards, risk assessments, control testing, audit readiness, third-party risk management, and regulatory reporting
Lead IR playbooks, forensics coordination, evidence preservation, breach communications, and post-incident lessons learned
Manage IAM, PAM, network segmentation, zero trust, email security, DLP, encryption, and cloud security baselines
Run phishing simulations, role-based training, and compliance education; measure adoption and behavioral improvements
Optimize contracts, SLAs, and tooling; drive cost savings through consolidation and governance
Reduce mean time to detect (MTTD) and mean time to respond (MTTR) to threats
Continuously review and achieve 'no material findings' in external audits and close existing findings
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Security or related field, required
Minimum 5+ years in IT security in a complex, matrixed organization, required. Security operations, vulnerability management teams, GRC, and incident response; experience leading cross-functional teams
Preferred
Certifications CISSP, CISM, CCSP, GIAC GCIA/GCIH, highly preferred
Technical Skills SIEM/XDR/SOAR, IAM/PAM, network security, cloud security (AWS/Azure), endpoint/email/DLP, vulnerability management, scripting/automation
Proficiency in security technologies and tools, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and vulnerability management
Strong understanding of security frameworks and standards such as ISO 27001, NIST, and COBIT
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills to identify and address security issues
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Leadership, communication, vendor management, risk storytelling to executives skills
Ability to handle confidential information
Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and employees
Company
United Engines
United Engines is a global manufacturer and service provider of transmissions, generators, and diesel and truck engines.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase