Enterprise Cyber Advisor

Ford is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Enterprise Cybersecurity Analyst to join our dynamic Cybersecurity team in Mexico. In an environment where technological advancements are rapidly increasing the complexity of our cybersecurity landscape, this role is crucial for maintaining a robust security posture, ensuring compliance, and proactively managing risks. This position will not only provide critical advisory and assessment functions but will also play a key role in managing cybersecurity projects designed to enhance the internal customer experience.

• Cybersecurity Advisory & Guidance:Serve as a subject matter expert, providing policy and risk-based consultation to enterprise customers, ensuring consistent adherence to regulatory requirements and best practices across all operations.
• Cybersecurity Project Management:Manage and drive critical cybersecurity projects from inception to completion, focusing on initiatives that improve internal customer experience by delivering user-centric security solutions and streamlining security processes. This includes defining project scope, coordinating resources, tracking progress, and ensuring successful delivery.
• OSP Compliance Support:Act as a dedicated resource for Outside Service Provider (OSP) compliance, guiding business owners on company policy requirements and assisting in assessing the security posture of third-party vendors to minimize potential disruptions.
• GRC Component Assessments:Conduct high-risk Application and Infrastructure Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) component assessments, identifying potential vulnerabilities, ensuring control implementation, and recommending mitigation strategies across various technologies.
• Security Awareness:Support enterprise-level cybersecurity awareness initiatives, strengthening employee security awareness and empowering them as the first line of defense.
• Vulnerability Management:Assist teams in triaging, analyzing, and addressing security vulnerabilities effectively.

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Software Engineering, Information Security) or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in one or more of the following technical disciplines:
• Third-party Risk Assessment
• Vulnerabilities Assessments
• Cybersecurity Consultation
• Cybersecurity Auditing
• Software Development and Coding (with a security focus)
• Application Security
• DevSecOps Methodologies
• Identity and Access Management (IAM)
• Cloud Security
• Security Operations and Incident Response
• Alternatively:Minimum of 2-3 years of professional experience in IT (e.g., application development, infrastructure management), coupled with a strong desire and demonstrated aptitude for a career in cybersecurity.

Technical Skills & Knowledge:

• Proficiency with cybersecurity frameworks and industry standards (e.g., NIST CSF, ISO 27001/2, OWASP).
• Experience with Threat Modeling and IT Risk Assessment methodologies.
• Knowledge of best practices for IAM flows and grant types, including OAuth2, OIDC, and SAML standards.
• Experience with API security best practices to protect sensitive data and services.
• Familiarity with cryptographic algorithms and functions for building secure solutions.
• Understanding of common security flaws and effective remediation strategies (e.g., OWASP Top 10).
• Knowledge of DevSecOps principles, agile methodologies, and security policies.