Quanex is looking for a Cybersecurity Manager in Houston, TX or Akron, OH.
The Cybersecurity Manager will be responsible for oversight, monitoring, and alerting all aspects of the Quanex cybersecurity environment. This position will have direct reports and will be responsible for the cybersecurity program of the business.
We Offer You!
- Competitive Salary
- 401K Match w/ 2-year vesting period
- Bonus Potential
- Medical, Dental & Vision Plans
- Paid Time Off & Holidays
- Various Work Schedules
- Tuition Assistance
- Wellness/Fitness Resources
- Training/Development
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Dynamic Culture & People - just to name a few!
What’s attractive about the Cybersecurity Manager position?
- Lead and strengthen Quanex’s enterprise cybersecurity program, helping protect critical systems, data, and global operations.
- Play a key role in shaping cybersecurity architecture, policies, standards, risk management, and long-term security initiatives.
- Partner with IT, business leaders, vendors, auditors, and global teams to integrate security into technology, processes, and business decisions.
What Success Looks Like:
- Cybersecurity strategies, policies, and frameworks are clearly defined, implemented, and consistently adopted across the organization.
- Security risks are proactively identified, evaluated, communicated, and addressed with appropriate remediation or risk treatment plans.
- Cybersecurity assessments, audits, penetration tests, and compliance activities are completed effectively, with issues tracked through resolution or mitigation.
- Third-party and vendor security risks are consistently evaluated and managed through a structured due-diligence and risk management process.
- The MDR and outsourced SOC partnerships operate effectively, with security events appropriately monitored, investigated, escalated, and resolved.
- Leadership receives clear, concise, and meaningful cybersecurity reporting, metrics, and dashboards that support informed decision-making.
- The Cyber Incident Response Plan is maintained, tested, and continuously improved, with the organization prepared to respond effectively to security incidents.
- Security is embedded into IT projects, systems, processes, and business decisions rather than treated as a separate function.
- Quanex remains aligned with evolving cybersecurity threats, regulatory requirements, industry standards, and best practices.
- Strong partnerships are established across global IT and business teams, creating shared accountability for cybersecurity.
- The organization demonstrates measurable improvement in its overall cybersecurity maturity, risk posture, compliance, and resilience.
What You Bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field.
- Professional certification preferred.
- 7+ years of experience in Windows Server and Active Directory administration
- 7+ years of experience in SD-WAN, LAN, WAN, VPN, wireless, security technologies.
- 7+ years of experience in management of the security for large global networks.
- Expert knowledge of and ability to oversee and implement complex IT security best practices.
- Experience with enterprise backups and disaster recovery strategies.
- Expert level understanding of TCP/IP, networking, TCP/UDP ports, and firewalls.
- Demonstrated experience in new infrastructure deployments, overall network functionality, and multiple vendor technology interoperability.
- Experience with enterprise-grade monitoring, alerting, and management platforms such as System Center, Solar Winds Orion, Splunk, etc.
- Requires at least 15 years total IT work experience, with at least 5 years of experience directly in a cybersecurity role and 2 years leading a cybersecurity team, directly or indirectly.
The salary range for this position is $140K-170K with the potential to earn an annual bonus.
About Quanex, A Part of Something Bigger
Quanex (NYSE: NX) is a global, publicly traded manufacturing company primarily serving OEMs in the fenestration, cabinetry, solar, refrigeration and outdoor products markets. We are A Part of Something Bigger by improving the performance and aesthetics of end products through continuous innovation, helping customers achieve greater production efficiencies, dedication to giving back to communities where we operate, producing shareholder value and helping our employees learn, grow, and thrive. Learn more at Quanex.com.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field
- Professional certification
- 7+ years of experience with Windows Server and Active Directory administration
- 7+ years of experience with SD-WAN, LAN, WAN, VPN, wireless, and security technologies
- 7+ years of experience managing security for large global networks
- Expert knowledge of complex IT security best practices and their implementation
- Experience with enterprise backups and disaster recovery strategies
- Expert understanding of TCP/IP, networking, TCP/UDP ports, and firewalls
- Experience with new infrastructure deployments, network functionality, and multiple-vendor technology interoperability
- Experience with enterprise monitoring, alerting, and management platforms such as System Center, SolarWinds Orion, or Splunk
- At least 15 years of total IT work experience
- At least 5 years of direct cybersecurity experience
- At least 2 years of direct or indirect cybersecurity team leadership experience
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What We Do
At Quanex (NYSE: NX), we are a global manufacturing company serving OEMs across fenestration, cabinetry, solar, refrigeration, and outdoor living markets. From iconic skylines to everyday homes, our components enhance the comfort, sustainability, security, and aesthetics of spaces worldwide. Our Business Segments: • Extruded Solutions: Delivering high-performance profiles and materials for windows, doors, and architectural products. • Hardware Solutions: Providing advanced components that enhance functionality, security, and efficiency. • Custom Solutions: Offering tailored products and services designed to meet unique customer needs and complex applications. Our Commitment: • Innovating to enhance product performance and sustainability. • Helping customers achieve greater production efficiency. • Supporting the communities where we live and work. • Delivering long-term value to our shareholders. • Empowering our employees to learn, grow, and thrive. We are A Part of Something Bigger.
