10393 - Security Strategy and Planning Head of Department (HOD)

Hyundai Autoever America • Irvine, CA • 4d ago

Company Overview

Hyundai AutoEver America (HAEA), the dynamic IT powerhouse behind Hyundai Motor Corporation, a Fortune 500 global leader in the automotive industry. As a key affiliate, we provide cutting-edge IT services and support to top brands including Kia, Genesis, Hyundai Translead, Hyundai Mobis, Hyundai Capital, and Glovis.

HAEA offers a truly global and collaborative environment. Here, you'll drive innovation, boost operational efficiency, and help shape the future of mobility for the Hyundai Motor Group.

At HAEA, we understand that IT is the cornerstone of today's fast-evolving digital world. By uniting all IT resources under one roof, we deliver consistent, top-quality solutions while serving as the crucial information link between Hyundai's Global Headquarters and North American operations.

If you're passionate about technology and eager to make a real impact at a world-class company, Hyundai AutoEver America is the place to grow your career. Join us and be part of the transformation that's driving the future of automotive innovation.

What You Will Be Doing

The Security Strategy and Planning Head of Department is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the strategic, operational, and financial planning functions of the organization's Security Department. This role ensures that all security initiatives are aligned with enterprise and business unit objectives and executed efficiently through structured project management, optimized resource allocation, and robust performance tracking. The key responsibilities of this role are as described below:

Security Strategy and Planning:

With input from executive leadership, customers and enterprise partners, maintain the long-term strategic roadmap for the Information Security Department, ensuring alignment with business objectives and the changing threat landscape.

Conduct risk assessments, threat analyses, and capability evaluations to inform strategy and resource prioritization.

Lead the annual planning cycle for information security initiatives, ensuring integration with enterprise-wide planning processes.

Establish and monitor departmental performance targets and ensure continuous improvement across all security domains.

Project Management and Coordination:

Oversee the end-to-end management of information security-related projects, ensuring on-time, within-scope, and on-budget delivery.

Coordinate cross-functional project teams and align stakeholders across enterprise and business units.

Track and report project milestones, risks, dependencies, and deliverables.

Resource Planning and Management:

Lead workforce and resource planning for the Security Department, including staffing forecasts and succession planning.

Optimize deployment of internal and external resources to meet operational and strategic needs.

Partner with HR and procurement to ensure the right mix of talent, technology, and vendors.

Monitor staff development, training, and performance metrics to maintain high operational standards.

Ensure time team reporting mechanisms are followed. Prepare resource utilization reports and evaluate options to gain additional efficiencies.

Monitor delivery of vendor provided resourcing to ensure KPIs are being met.

Budget Management:

Monitor, and manage the Security Department's annual budget, ensuring financial accountability.

Prepare financial forecasts, cost-benefit analyses, and expenditure reports for executive review.

Identify efficiency opportunities and cost-saving initiatives without compromising service quality.

Ensure compliance with financial governance policies and reporting standards.

KPI and Customer Service Delivery Tracking:

Design and manage a robust performance measurement framework for information security operations and customer service delivery.

Define key performance indicators (KPIs) aligned with business objectives and information security service standards.

Produce regular performance dashboards and reports for senior leadership and key stakeholders.

Drive service excellence and continuous improvement through proactive monitoring and stakeholder feedback.

Basic Qualifications:

10-15 years of progressive experience in information security, risk management, customer/vendor management and/or strategic operations.

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Risk Management, Business Administration or a related discipline.

Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills. Demonstrated experience working across multi-disciplinary teams to achieve common objectives.

Proficient in English for effective communication and coordination.

Preferred Qualifications:

Masters degree in Cybersecurity, Risk Management or Business Administration is preferred. Industry-recognized credentials such as PMP, PRINCE2, CISM, or CISSP are highly desirable.

Familiarity with ISO 27001, NIST CSF, SOC2 Type II or similar security and risk management frameworks is an advantage.

Bi-lingual in English and Korean language proficiency is preferred to support global coordination and communication.

Background in cybersecurity consulting or advisory services, particularly in risk management, is a plus.

Team Culture:

The team fosters a high-performance, collaborative environment centered around proactive cybersecurity defense and excellent customer service. Members are expected to lead with accountability, communicate effectively across functions, and adapt to dynamic challenges. The culture values technical excellence, continuous improvement, and global coordination, ensuring readiness and resilience in the face of evolving threats.

Collaborative Leadership: Team members lead cross-functional service delivery efforts, coordinating with internal stakeholders, MSSPs, and external partners to drive delivery of services and maintain transparency.

Continuous Improvement & Accountability: The team regularly adjusts the Information Security strategy and roadmap in alignment with customer needs, changing threat landscape and industry trends.

Base Salary Range: $181,240 - $ 259,160

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