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Manager, Cybersecurity Program Operations

Caterpillar East Peoria, IL

East Peoria, IL

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$148k - $222k/yr Full time Manager Asset & Wealth Management Cybersecurity Governance

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Job Description

Lead operational execution for Caterpillar’s cybersecurity programs, partnering with Cybersecurity leadership to manage portfolio, budget, vendor negotiations, and program outcomes.

Responsibilities

Lead cyber portfolio management for Deputy CISO level organizations, including investment prioritization, resource planning, executive reporting, and strategic planning processes.
Maintain visibility into the Cybersecurity portfolio covering project status, resource allocation, budget performance, risks, and business outcomes.
Partner with Cybersecurity leaders on strategic planning, annual operating plans, investment prioritization, and execution tracking.
Evaluate program planning during general and detailed stages; develop strategies to ensure projects are cohesive and aligned with organizational goals.
Evaluate vendors, negotiate contracts, manage renewals, and ensure investments align with organizational priorities and business outcomes.
Hire, develop, and manage project and program managers, including internal staff and external contractors.
Collaborate with Cyber teams using a disciplined project management approach; coach them on project roles and responsibilities.
Lead, coach, and develop a team of 5 Caterpillar and external consultants supporting portfolio governance, project delivery, financial management, and operational excellence across Cybersecurity.
Own budget, finance, and execution activities on behalf of the Cybersecurity organization to optimize resources.
Work with other Cybersecurity leaders to support high quality forecasting and execution of Cybersecurity spend.
Leverage information security investments to improve business, administration, and compliance processes.
Lead complex, high-impact, or volatile negotiations with high business risk.
Apply product and vendor evaluation knowledge; implement evaluation and selection processes for products, tools, services, and infrastructure components aligned to business needs and architectural principles.
Optimize standard processes to maximize efficiency of organizational products or services.
Apply knowledge of contractual and legal matters tied to expenditures (consulting services, maintenance, agreements, acquisitions, outsourcing, etc.).
Coach others on contract review methods and operational considerations.
Review and ensure compliance with relevant organizational and legal policies and procedures.
Teach evaluation and interpretation of contractual language; use process improvement to increase accuracy and efficiency of contract reviews.
Lead complex programs or projects spanning multiple stakeholders, workstreams, and dependencies.
Manage scope, schedule, risks, budgets, and program outcomes; translate complex technical or operational information into executive-ready communications.
Demonstrate presentation, facilitation, and stakeholder communication skills to build trusted partnerships and influence in a matrixed organization.
Connect strategic objectives to practical execution plans; navigate ambiguity, solve problems, and adapt to changing priorities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, engineering, business administration, or a related field.
Experience managing organizational budgets, vendor relationships, contract negotiations, and financial planning activities.
Experience leading a PMO, portfolio management office, business operations function, or similar governance organization.
Understanding of information security and the relationship between threat, vulnerability, and information value in risk management.
Experience in a leadership role with high analytical skills and relationship management; proven ability to lead and execute information security compliance and risk mitigation programs.

Technologies

PMP
Agile
Scrum
Lean
CISA
CISM
CRISC
CISSP
CFE

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

Top candidates may also have

Experience working in a large, global organization.
Experience developing executive-level reporting and presentations.
Familiarity with cybersecurity or risk-management frameworks.
Experience supporting executive leadership teams with strategic planning, governance, operating reviews, and investment decisions.
PMP, Agile, Scrum, Lean, or similar project management certification.
One or more active certifications: CISA, CISM, CRISC, CISSP, or CFE.

Skills descriptors

Budgeting
Conflict Management
Decision Making and Critical Thinking
Influencing
Alignment
Cross-Team Integration
Goal Setting
Planning and Organizing

Additional info

Primary locations: Peoria, IL, Dallas, TX, or Nashville, TN
Onsite role: work in the office 5 days a week
Relocation available for the right candidate
Sponsorship is not available
Posting dates: October 9, 2026 - October 22, 2026
Employment offer conditioned upon successful completion of a drug screen

Salary / Pay range

USD 147,760 - 221,640 per year

Compensation and benefits may vary based on job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance, and experience. Salary is only one component of total compensation.

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