Senior Manager - Cybersecurity Engineering

Aptiv•Troy, MI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Electrical Distribution Systems (EDS) is a global leader in the automotive manufacturing space, specializing in the manufacturing and distribution of wiring harnesses, high-voltage cabling, and electric vehicle (EV) chargers. As the Senior Manager of Cybersecurity engineering, you will be the primary architect and defender of our digital infrastructure. This role sits at the intersection of software engineering and information security, requiring a proactive mindset to design, implement, and monitor robust security solutions that protect our data, networks and systems from evolving threats.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field
Minimum of five years of experience in cybersecurity operations, with at least two years in a leadership role
Proven experience managing SOCs, incident response teams, and threat intelligence programs
Strong technical knowledge of SIEM, SOAR, EDR, and other security technologies
Deep understanding in TCP/IP, DNS, Networking, AWS, Azure or GCP environments
Advanced proficiency in server, SIEM and Vulnerability management tools
Familiarity with industry frameworks (e.g., MITRE ATT&CK, NIST, ISO 27001)
Ability to work onsite in Troy, MI
Must be legally able to work in the United States without requirement of any type of visa sponsorship or transfer now, or at any time in the future
Operational Leadership: Ability to lead high-performing teams in fast-paced, high-stakes environments.
Threat Management: Deep understanding of threat landscapes and response methodologies.
Automation & Efficiency: Focus on streamlining operations through automation and data-driven insights.
Communication: Strong communicator with the ability to engage technical and executive stakeholders.
Vendor Management: Skilled in managing external partners and service providers.

Nice To Haves

Experience in both IT and OT environments preferred
Professional certifications (e.g., CISSP, GCIA, GCIH, CISM) are highly desirable

Responsibilities

Security Architecture & Design Plan, design, and implement security measures and controls for optimal organization cybersecurity and IoT/OT security
Develop and execute operational strategies to monitor, detect, and respond to cyber threats in real time
Drive automation utilizing Artificial Intelligence (AI) for workflow automations and executions
Oversee threat intelligence programs to proactively identify and mitigate emerging risks
Coordinate and lead incident response efforts, including containment, eradication, recovery, and post-incident analysis
Design, implement and optimize SIEM, SOAR, and other monitoring tools to ensure comprehensive visibility across IT and OT environments
Drive automation and analytics to improve detection accuracy and reduce response times
Collaborate with infrastructure and application teams to ensure secure configurations and timely patching
Lead tabletop exercises and simulations to test incident response readiness
Ensure operations align with regulatory and internal compliance requirements (e.g., NIST, TISAX, GDPR)
Support audit and reporting activities related to security operations
Manage relationships with MSSPs and other third-party security providers
Define and monitor SLAs, KPIs, and ensure accountability in service delivery
Manage external penetration testing vendors and ensure timely execution of assessments and remediation tracking
Lead and mentor a global team of Security Operations Center (SOC) analysts, incident responders, and threat hunters
Foster a high-performance culture focused on agility, collaboration, and continuous learning
Assist in budgeting and resource planning for cybersecurity operations
Recommend investments in tools, services, and training to enhance operational effectiveness