What You Will Do:

The Senior IT Security Manager is responsible for driving the day-to-day execution and operational maturity of the organization’s cybersecurity and compliance program. This role ensures that security controls are effectively implemented, monitored  and continuously enhanced to protect Korry’s systems, data and regulatory standing.

Operating in close alignment with IT leadership, this position translates security strategy into practical, enforceable controls and processes, ensuring adherence to CMMC, NIST SP 800-171, and DFARS requirements. The role is instrumental in maintaining audit readiness, reducing operational risk, and strengthening cybersecurity resilience across the enterprise

Primary Responsibilities:

• Security Program Development & Implementation: Lead the operational rollout and continuous enhancement of security controls, ensuring alignment with enterprise standards and regulatory expectations.
• Compliance Leadership: Execute and sustain compliance initiatives related to:
• • CMMC Level 2
  • NIST SP 800-171
  • DFARS cybersecurity clauses

Coordinate audit preparation activities, maintain supporting documentation, and track remediation efforts.

• Risk & Control Management: Perform Structured risk Assessment, identify control gaps, and drive remediation actions to minimize exposure and improve security posture.
• Security Operations Leadership: Oversee security monitoring activities, incident handling processes, and coordination with internal teams or external SOC providers to ensure timely detection and response.
• Vulnerability and Remediation Management:

Manage vulnerability lifecycle process, including Scanning, prioritization, and remediation tracking based on risk and business impact.

• Policy Execution & Governance Support:

Develop, maintain, and enforce security policies, standard, and procedures to ensure consistent control application across the organization.

• Security Awareness & Culture:

Design and deliver training initiatives to improve employee awareness and reinforce a culture of accountability in cybersecurity practices.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Incident Response Coordination:

Participate in and coordinate response activities, including investigation, containment, and post-incident analysis.

• Third-party Security Oversight

Evaluate and monitor vendor security practices to ensure alignment with organizational and regulatory requirements.

• Operational Reporting:

Produce regular report and dashboards on security metrics, risks and remediation progress for IT leadership

• Continuous improvement & Industry Awareness:

Stay informed of emerging threats, evolving technologies, and regulatory changes, incorporating improvements into the security program.

• Performs special projects/tasks as assigned.

Preferred Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field. Exceptional candidates with equivalent practical experience and a proven track record will also be strongly considered

Preferred Experience

• 8+ years of progressive experience in IT security and compliance roles, with at least 3-5 years in senior or lead-level positions.
• Proven experience in building and maturing IT security programs at an enterprise level.
• Experience managing and conducting IT audits, particularly for ERP and other critical business systems.

Preferred Specialized Skills and Abilities

• Solid understanding of IT security best practices, vulnerability management, and compliance regulations (ITAR, CMMC, NIST, etc.)
• Strong understanding of various security frameworks and standards (e.g., ISO 27001)
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, GSEC, CompTIA Security+
• Experience working in an aerospace or defense industry environment
• Knowledge of database administration (SQL, Oracle, etc.)
• Experience working with the following: EDR/XDR, SIEM, IDS/IPS, DLP

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent use of personal computers, database and digital platforms, and other office productivity machinery, such as copy machines and computer printers.

Salary Range:
Please note the typical hiring range is $153,000 - $207,000 yearly. Job offers within the range are based on significant job qualifications and pay equity.

Korry Electronics Competitive Benefits Package:

• 401(k) matching 
• 12 paid holidays
• Minimum of three weeks paid time off plus one week paid sick time to start
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with generous company contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Short term and long term disability
• Life insurance
• Accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Long-term care plan options
• Prescription safety shoe & glasses benefit
• Vanpool subsidy
• Recognition awards
• Employee referral bonuses
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Eligible candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.

This position requires access to export control information. To conform to US Export Control regulations, applicant should be eligible for any required authorizations from the US Government.

Korry Electronics is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, medical condition, national origin, marital status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, childbirth, genetic information, or military and veteran status.