What are the responsibilities and job description for the Information Security Specialist (Regional) position at Liebherr?
The Information Security Specialist is responsible for Information Security within the Americas region. Duties include designing, implementing, and improving security controls, incident response strategies, and risk mitigation measures to safeguard IT systems and sensitive data.
*This position is office-based in Newport News, VA. or Saline, MI.*
Responsibilities
Competencies
Our Offer
Pay Range: $84,000 - $102,000
An interesting and ambitious role in a successful international company. We offer a secure work environment with a comprehensive benefits package that includes major medical, dental and vision insurance, 401K plan with company match, paid vacation and personal days and competitive salary.
Referral Bonus: Tier III
Have we awoken your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your online application. If you have any questions, please contact Thomas Steele.
Liebherr-America, Inc. and its US affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
If you are a California resident, please visit Liebherr USA, Co. Privacy Statement for more information regarding how Liebherr-America, Inc. and its US affiliates collect and process your personal information.
One Passion. Many Opportunities.
The company
In line with its international growth, Liebherr's venture into the United States began in 1970. Within a couple of years, the company expanded and completed its production facilities in Newport News, Virginia, for its product line of hydraulic excavators. It was later converted into Liebherr's manufacturing facility for mining trucks and remains home to Liebherr Mining Equipment Newport News, Co. In addition to its production facility, Liebherr markets a wide variety of products and technologies through its companies located across the United States. The companies are Liebherr-Aerospace Saline, Inc., Liebherr Gear Technology, Inc., Liebherr Automation Systems, Co., and Liebherr USA, Co., the umbrella company for 12 product segments that are positioned across the United States.
Location
Liebherr USA Co.
1465 Woodland Drive
48176 Saline, MI
United States (US)
Contact
Thomas Steele
*This position is office-based in Newport News, VA. or Saline, MI.*
Responsibilities
- Designs and implements security solutions to protect IT infrastructure
- Develops and enforces security policies, standards, and risk mitigation strategies
- Conducts penetration testing, vulnerability scanning, and security audits
- Investigates and responds to security incidents, performing forensic analysis
- Ensures compliance with regulatory frameworks (GDPR, NIS2, ISO 27001)
- Evaluates and integrates new security tools and technologies
- Automates security processes and threat mitigation where possible
- Works with IT, DevOps, and risk management teams
- Engages with regulatory bodies and compliance auditors
- Coordinates with external cybersecurity partner
Competencies
- Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology or related discipline and 4 years of IT experience focused on Information Security relevant technologies; or combination of equivalent education, training, certification, and 8 years relevant experience. Information Security certifications (such as CISSP: Certified Information Systems Security Professional; CEH: Certified Ethical Hacker; CISM: Certified Information Security Manager; GIAC: Global Information Assurance Certification) can be accepted in lieu of bachelor's degree. Security preferred.
- Knowledge of Information Security engineering principles (least privilege, zero trust)
- Knowledge of IAM solutions (Active Directory, Okta, SSO, MFA)
- Knowledge of threat modeling and risk analysis techniques
- Knowledge of Information Security automation tools (Ansible, PowerShell, Python)
- Knowledge of Compliance frameworks (NIST CSF, CIS Controls, ISO 27001)
- Skilled in designing and implementing security architectures
- Skilled in automating security processes and threat mitigation
- Skilled in managing security operations and improving response efficiency
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of security initiatives
- Strong problem-solving skills in high-pressure situations
- Excellent teamwork and collaboration in cross-functional security projects
- Clear and concise communication to bridge technical and non-technical audiences
- Travel domestically and internationally occasionally.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver license and passport.
Our Offer
Pay Range: $84,000 - $102,000
An interesting and ambitious role in a successful international company. We offer a secure work environment with a comprehensive benefits package that includes major medical, dental and vision insurance, 401K plan with company match, paid vacation and personal days and competitive salary.
Referral Bonus: Tier III
Have we awoken your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your online application. If you have any questions, please contact Thomas Steele.
Liebherr-America, Inc. and its US affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
If you are a California resident, please visit Liebherr USA, Co. Privacy Statement for more information regarding how Liebherr-America, Inc. and its US affiliates collect and process your personal information.
One Passion. Many Opportunities.
The company
In line with its international growth, Liebherr's venture into the United States began in 1970. Within a couple of years, the company expanded and completed its production facilities in Newport News, Virginia, for its product line of hydraulic excavators. It was later converted into Liebherr's manufacturing facility for mining trucks and remains home to Liebherr Mining Equipment Newport News, Co. In addition to its production facility, Liebherr markets a wide variety of products and technologies through its companies located across the United States. The companies are Liebherr-Aerospace Saline, Inc., Liebherr Gear Technology, Inc., Liebherr Automation Systems, Co., and Liebherr USA, Co., the umbrella company for 12 product segments that are positioned across the United States.
Location
Liebherr USA Co.
1465 Woodland Drive
48176 Saline, MI
United States (US)
Contact
Thomas Steele
Salary : $84,000 - $102,000