Regional Information Security Officer

At PMI, we’ve chosen to do something incredible.

We’re totally redefining our business and building our future on smoke-free products with the power to deliver a smoke-free future.

With huge change, comes huge opportunity. So, wherever you join us, you’ll enjoy the freedom to dream up and deliver better, brighter solutions and you will have the space to move your career forward in many different areas/directions.

IT at PMI
PMI’s journey to a smoke-free future implies a shift from a tobacco manufacturer to a science and technology-based consumer facing organisation.

To that end PMI will be taking ownership of the smoke free product range in the US from April 2024 in alignment with the vision. The IT and Information Security will play an important role in the acceleration and ensuring adequate security of assets.

Such a shift creates an abundance of unique and progressive IT projects to match all levels of skills and ambitions. You’ll feel like you’re working in a start-up – with the freedom to shape and define the future of digital, but with the support and scope of a vast global business. You’ll get a chance to work with innovative technologies (e.g., Cloud, APIs, AI) as well as management practices (e.g., Agile, Design Thinking, Product Management). Our environment is fast-paced and highly collaborative. If you want the freedom to find new ways to connect with consumers, there’s no better place to progress your career.

Digital at PMI is dynamic, diverse, and innovative. Join us and become a part of a top talent team where you can bring new insights to life in a global function that is a key driver of the success of our business.

About the Role

The Regional Information Security Officer’s (RISO) mission is to provide an effective Cyber and Information Security capability to proactively protect the confidentiality, integrity and availability of PMI data, intellectual property, and Information & Technology assets in the region of competence. The RISO supports the PMI Chief Information Security Officer and the Head of Information Security Regions (ISR) in fulfilling their mandate by leading the management of information security, directing strategy and operations for the protection of the enterprise information assets for US region. In this role you will be responsible for managing the information security and risk practices, leading the development and execution of information security strategies, and acting as the security and IT risk subject matter expert for the US region. You will also drive the harmonization of cyber security across US, while recognizing the need for specific market variations to support local business initiatives and local legal/regulatory requirements and engage and collaborate closely with senior partners across the region.

About the Team

Information Security team in PMI has an established practice of many years with the mandate to respond to the increasing cyber threats across the globe, has a global function and is looking for an experienced Information Security leader willing to work in a demanding environment. The Regional Information Security Officer will report to the Head of Information Security Regions as part of PMI’s Global Information Security team.

Key Responsibilities

• Be the face of Information Security in the region. Maintain strong partner relationships, evangelize security, advise senior leadership, and key collaborators on cyber risks for US Region.
• Operationalize and improve regional security governance structure and report to global security committees, as well as market and regional management teams.
• Deliver the Global Security program to the region and harmonize security practices and maturity across markets. Partner with other Regional ISOs and Global Information Security team, to define and implement a regional security engagement strategy.
• Understand the threats, security posture and business processes in the region in order to effectively embed them in the Security Program. Actively govern Cyber and Information Security risks in a manner that meets compliance, regulatory requirements, and PMI’s risk appetite.
• Communicate and support adherence to PMI’s Information Security policies and standards within the region. Work with global teams to ensure policies, standards, and control frameworks consider regional nuances responding to local laws, regulations, and other local requirements.
• Manage a team of Information Security Officers responsible for markets. Through your team, advise and support market business and enable them to implement practices that meet defined policies and standards for information security (Build Secure). Conduct cyber risk and maturity assessments, evaluate compliance of IT services with relevant security and regulatory requirements (Stay Secure).
• Strengthen ownership and awareness of Information and Cyber Security through continuous trainings and awareness campaigns.
• Support regional execution of cyber-attack simulations and table-top exercises, coordinate Information Security Incident Response and Cyber Crisis Management within the region.

Profile

• 12 years information security and/or related technology experience and track record in information security and risk management leadership
• Must have at least a bachelor's degree, preferably in computer science
• Experience in interacting, presenting and working with top management in both domestic and international corporate environments to engage partners, drive decisions and communicate effectively
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal and collaborative skills, and the ability to communicate strategic information security topics, policies and standards as well as risk-related concepts to technical and nontechnical audiences at various hierarchical levels.
• Knowledge and understanding of meaningful legal and regulatory information security requirements
• Knowledge and experience in Cybersecurity, IT and Governance frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, SOX, PCI DSS, GDPR, COBIT, ITIL
• Strong influencing and negotiation skills and diplomacy
• Strong leadership skills and ability to lead and motivate multi-functional, interdisciplinary and multi-geographical teams to achieve tactical and strategic goals
• Flexible approach to travel (10-15%)
• Professional security management certification, such as a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) or other similar credentials is desired

What we offer?

There are many IT Organizations out there, so why should you join ours?

• Annual Base Salary Range: range $205,000 - $258,500
• We believe PMI IT’s true strength is fuelled by our people, and that our success depends on them coming to work every single day with a sense of purpose and an appetite for progress. We are a people first organisation committed to providing you with first-class employee journey. Here’s a glimpse of what’s in it for you upon joining us:
• Work-life balance: Wellbeing comes first. We offer a fantastic office environment and hybrid working options to ensure you have the best work-life balance possible
• Learning & Development: Your growth is a priority. Our robust and varied learning & development ecosystem will help you strengthen your technical skills and enhance your soft skills and intuition for business. The capabilities you will acquire with us will support your life-time employability within IT, PMI, and beyond
• Inclusion & Diversity: Our differences - much more than our similarities - generate the innovation we are looking for. We aspire to build a diverse and inclusive organization to access the breadth and depth of thinking and sensitivity vital to thrive
• We offer a competitive base salary, annual bonus (applicable based on level of position), great medical, dental and vision coverage, 401k with a generous company match, incredible wellness benefits, commuter benefits, pet insurance, generous PTO, and much more

Every single IT colleague is part of our Transformation journey. Join us and pursue your ambitions – our staggering size and scale provides endless opportunities to progress. If this offer resonates with you, we look forward to receiving your application and getting to know you.

Together, let’s deliver a smoke free future!

PMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer
PMI Global Services Inc. and PM Global Brands Inc. are a subsidiary of Philip Morris International Inc. Philip Morris International (PMI) is leading a transformation in the tobacco industry to create a smoke-free future and ultimately replace cigarettes with smoke-free products to the benefit of adults who would otherwise continue to smoke, society, the company, its shareholders and its other partners. PMI is a leading international tobacco company engaged in the manufacture and sale of cigarettes, as well as smoke-free products, associated electronic devices and accessories, and other nicotine-containing products in markets outside the U.S. In addition, PMI ships versions of its IQOS Platform 1 device and consumables to Altria Group, Inc. for sale under license in the U.S., where these products have received marketing authorizations from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) under the premarket tobacco product application (PMTA) pathway; the FDA has also authorized the marketing of a version of IQOS and its consumables as a Modified Risk Tobacco Product (MRTP), finding that an exposure modification order for these products is appropriate to promote the public health. PMI is building a future on a new category of smoke-free products that, while not risk-free, are a much better choice than continuing to smoke. Through multidisciplinary capabilities in product development, state-of-the-art facilities and scientific substantiation, PMI aims to ensure that its smoke-free products meet adult consumer preferences and rigorous regulatory requirements. PMI's smoke-free product portfolio includes heat-not-burn and nicotine-containing vapor products. As of September 30, 2022, PMI's smoke-free products are available for sale in 70 markets in key cities or nationwide, and PMI estimates that approximately 13.5 million adults around the world, excluding Russia and Ukraine have already switched to IQOS and stopped smoking. For more information, please visit www.pmi.com and www.pmiscience.com.
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