Manager Cybersecurity - Workforce Directory & Governance

Career Area:
Technology, Digital and Data
Job Description:
Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do - but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here - we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.
Cybersecurity Manager - Workforce Directory & Governance
Cybersecurity Manager of Workforce Directory, Multifactor Authentication and IAM Governance Services within the Identity Access Management (IAM) organization. Responsible for end-to-end management of related services consumed by applications supporting the workforce, dealers, customers, and suppliers. Manages people, processes, and technologies used globally to support the security and IAM vision, mission, and strategy while accountable for tracking progress and measurement aligned with regulatory requirements.
What You Will Do:
This position is for a proven technology leader who enables the delivery of complex global IAM Directory, Authentication, and related IAM capabilities in alignment with enterprise IT Security strategies.

• Engagement in setting IAM security strategies for Caterpillar that impact business outcomes.
• Research and analysis of new processes and technologies available in the IAM industry aligning with corporate systems and strategies.
• Develop business cases to secure approval and funding for implementation of new systems and technologies.
• Provide leadership for the refresh of roadmaps enabling security systems, programs, or processes impacting business or other corporate process partners.
• Act as a change agent for these programs and responsibilities include creating, developing, maintaining, and tracking integrated initiatives for effective operations.
• Manage staff and projects, delivering business and technical solutions providing security risk mitigation to the enterprise.
• Ensure standard work is defined, monitored, and supported to ensure the scope of services achieve and maintain compliance with internal policies and procedures, including those relating to sustainability, cybersecurity, SOX, and IT General Controls.
• Develop, maintain, and coordinate audit compliance actions for the analytic and technical aspects of Directory and Authentication services.
• Identify and mitigate associated threats and vulnerabilities for accountable products and services.
• Manage the capital and expense budget for operations and related programs.
• Establish and maintain a well-developed network of IAM industry professional contacts.
• Lead, develop, and motivate others.
• Work independently with attention to detail and sensitivity to deadlines.

What You Have:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related experience.
• Demonstrated prior management experience.
• Strong writing, communication, and presentation skills and able to deliver messages to technical and non-technical audiences
• Ability to balance Customer Experience and IT governance
• High Level of customer focus with professional communication skills
• Demonstrated quick and clear decision-making skills in a collaborative environment, strong people management, and a focus on developing others
• Self-starter with strong technical leadership skills and business acumen
• Ability to think broadly and strategically, balanced with high attention to detail.
• Able to execute on multiple projects simultaneously in fast-paced environments.
• Possesses a service and solution-oriented approach
• Takes responsibility and achieves results
• Excellent organizing, time management and priority setting skills

Top Candidates Will Have:

• Experience in Information Security including Identity Access Management
• Excellent, hands-on technical knowledge and experience working in an enterprise infrastructure and applications environment.
• Able to communicate technical information effectively with management, work groups and others on all aspects of program building and evolution
• Ability to share knowledge and collaborate by developing content and documentation for distribution to other team members, managers, and customers
• Industry recognized certification in security (e.g., CISSP, CISA, CISM, etc.)
• Extensive knowledge and experience with privileged identity management, access governance and other IAM solutions such as Active Directory, Azure AD, CyberArk, Ping Federation, Multifactor Authentication, Digital Certificates, etc.
• Extensive experience in business analysis, documentation, and user access review
• Extensive knowledge of project management best practices, tools,
• and techniques

What You Will Get:
At Caterpillar, our goal is to provide a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to our customers' success in building a better world. Beyond hourly wages, we offer a total rewards package with benefits starting on day one (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) and potential annual bonuses. Additional benefits include paid vacation and holidays (prorated based on hire date).
Additional Info:

• The location for this role is Dallas TX, Nashville, TN or Peoria, IL.
• Relocation assistance is available.
• This role requires 5 days onsite.
• This position requires <20% travel.
• Sponsorship is NOT available.

Skills Descriptors:
Information Technology (IT) Security Policies: Expert knowledge of IT security policies, standards, and procedures; ability to utilize a variety of administrative skill sets and technical knowledge to ensure cyber security compliance.
Cybersecurity: Extensive Knowledge of network attacks and the defenses used; ability to defend and prevent electronic threats, theft and attacks.
Planning: Tactical, Strategic: Extensive knowledge of effective planning techniques and ability to contribute to operational (short term), tactical (1-2 years) and strategic (3-5 years) planning in support of the overall business plan.
Risk Management: Working Knowledge of processes, tools and techniques for assessing and controlling an organization's exposure to risks of various kinds; ability to apply knowledge of risk management appropriately to diverse situations.
Talent Management: Working Knowledge of the critical competencies required to achieve intended results; ability to generate consistent approaches for hiring, selection, retaining and leveraging talent across the organization.
Team Management: Working knowledge of effective team building techniques; ability to form and manage effective teams.
Budgeting: Working knowledge of organization's budget process; ability to apply policies and practices for planning and administering a budget.
What You Will Get:

• Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world.
• Here you earn more than just a salary because we value your performance. We offer a total rewards package that provides benefits on day one (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of an annual bonus. Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays.
• All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

About Caterpillar -
Caterpillar Inc. is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we've been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.
Summary Pay Range:
$144,960.00 - $217,320.00
Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.
Benefits:
Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
• 401(k) savings plans*
• Health Savings Account (HSA)*
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
• Health Lifestyle Programs*
• Employee Assistance Program*
• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
• Career Development*
• Incentive bonus*
• Disability benefits
• Life Insurance
• Parental leave
• Adoption benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees
Posting Dates:
October 21, 2025 - November 4, 2025
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
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