Director, Security and Response

ATC

. Develop and execute an integrated enterprise security strategy spanning cybersecurity, physical security, threat intelligence, and incident response .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timePewaukee • Wisconsin • United StatesLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing integrated enterprise security strategies, encompassing cybersecurity, physical security, and incident response. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, manage third-party security providers, and translate complex security risks into strategic priorities for executive audiences.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Enterprise Security LeadershipCybersecurity OperationsIncident Response ManagementVulnerability ManagementThird-Party Security Management

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Hard Skills

CybersecurityThreat DetectionVulnerability ManagementData ProtectionIncident ResponseAccess ControlSurveillanceOperational Technology RiskIdentity and Access ManagementStrategic Roadmap Development

Soft Skills

Listening-First LeadershipDecisivenessCollaborationTalent DevelopmentAccountability

Certifications & Qualifications

CISSP Certification

Industry Keywords

Enterprise ResilienceCritical Asset ProtectionNERC CIP KnowledgeGovernance DecisionsExecutive Communication

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute an integrated enterprise security strategy spanning cybersecurity, physical security, threat intelligence, and incident response
Lead threat detection, vulnerability management, data protection, and response to security events
Oversee access control, surveillance, personnel safety, and protection of critical facilities and assets
Establish cyber and physical incident protocols, escalation paths, notification requirements, and recovery practices
Partner with Technology, Operations, Legal, Human Resources, Compliance, Audit, and Risk to strengthen enterprise resilience
Lead security vendors and third-party providers, setting expectations for contracts, service delivery, and performance
Develop leaders and build a high-performing organization with accountability and succession capabilities
Translate complex security risks into priorities, investment decisions, and recommendations for executive and board audiences
Sustain disciplined cybersecurity and physical security operations while maintaining incident response and threat awareness
Build measurable security and resilience roadmaps from ATC's strategies, risks, and opportunities
Improve visibility into security strategy, investment decisions, priorities, and performance for senior leadership and the board
Clarify responsibilities and decision rights across Security & Response and partner functions
Establish direction for identity and access capabilities, AI-related security considerations, and emerging risks
Build leadership capability, strengthen accountability, and develop the talent and succession pipeline

Requirements

What you’ll need

Progressive leadership experience in enterprise security, cybersecurity, resilience, incident response, or a closely related discipline
Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managers in a complex, highly regulated, or operationally critical organization
Broad knowledge of cybersecurity operations, threat detection, vulnerability management, data protection, and incident response
Experience with physical security, access control, surveillance, personnel safety, and critical-asset protection
Understanding of operational technology and industrial control system risk; NERC CIP knowledge is highly relevant
Experience translating enterprise risk into strategic roadmaps, investment priorities, governance decisions, and executive communication
Strong partnership experience with Technology, Operations, Legal, Human Resources, Compliance, Audit, Risk, and executive leadership
Experience managing third-party security providers, vendors, contracts, and performance expectations
Listening-first leadership style with the courage and decisiveness to act when risk is elevated
Learning agility around emerging capabilities, including artificial intelligence and identity and access management
Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, information technology, engineering, risk management, business, or a related discipline is expected
Comparable combinations of education and directly relevant leadership experience will be considered
Advanced degree may be beneficial
CISSP certification is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexibility and balance through autonomy, connection, and choice with accountability
Growth and development through cross-functional opportunities, skill-building, coaching, and stretch assignments
Comprehensive compensation, benefits, and well-being offerings
Purpose-driven work supporting grid modernization and reliable electric service
People-centric, supportive culture focused on trust, collaboration, and employee growth
Opportunities to contribute to reliable innovation and transformational industry change