IT Security Analyst

Overview

We are seeking a seasoned IT Security Analyst to support the design, implementation, and optimization of our regional security environment at Hyundai MOBIS Corporate Center America (MCCA) supporting our operations across the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Brazil.This position supports designing and implementations region-specific security frameworks by translating global headquarters standards into locally compliant IT guidelines, leads comprehensive risk assessments and incident response efforts to identify vulnerabilities, prioritize threats, and minimize business impact.

Responsibilities

(To perform within this position successfully, the incumbent must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned.)

Act as Liaison for global IT Security Initiatives:

• Evaluate existing and planned security solutions for effectiveness, manageability, and compliance with regulations
• Translate global headquarters standards and roadmaps into optimized regional IT guidelines
• Coordinate and support headquarters-led security audits across the Americas to assess and strengthen the region’s security posture.
• Advise stakeholders on new initiatives and existing environments to ensure alignment with local regulatory requirements

Security Risk Management:

• Collaborate with security operation teams during security incident to minimize business impact
• Conduct comprehensive physical security architecture reviews to identify gaps and develop risk management plans.
• Partner with business and IT leaders to identify and prioritize critical functions, aligning mitigation strategies with organizational objectives.
• Maintain and update the security risk register, track remediation efforts, and drive closure of outstanding risk items.

Operational Excellence:

• Assess regional IT physical security maturity and implement continuous improvement initiatives
• Collaborate with Site Reliability Engineering and IT Infrastructure to maximize service availability and resilience
• Assist defining and advocating regional IT security KPIs based on global metrics and local priorities
• Support implementation of physical security solutions for new business entities

Supervisory Responsibilities:

No

Qualifications

(The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required and preferred for this position.)

Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5 years of experience as an IT security engineer or similar role in a corporate environment (automotive industry preferred).
• 2 years of physical security management
• 2 years of project management experience

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skill in English
• Ability to learn and adopt complex technology concepts and solutions
• Hands-on expertise with physical security infrastructure (CCTV, NVR, badge systems).
• Deep understanding of security frameworks and standards, such as NIST CSF, ISO/IEC 27001, CIS Controls
• Hands-on experience with security technologies such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and vulnerability management tools
• Strong knowledge of network design and protocols, including routing, switching, and firewall technologies
• Proven track record of maintaining compliance with global and local regulations in relation to security

 Preferred Education & Experience:

• Master’s degree in a relevant technical or business discipline
• Bilingual speaker (English and Korean) is preferred.