Endpoint Security Platform Engineering Manager at Ford Global Career Site

Dearborn, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Nov, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Endpoint Security, Cybersecurity, Automation, Incident Response, Vendor Management, Compliance, Monitoring Tools, EDR, Malware Analysis, Cloud Security, Scripting, DevOps, Threat Intelligence, Problem Solving, Leadership, Collaboration

Industry

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Description

Implement QoP and observability frameworks, using monitoring and analytics to detect coverage gaps, agent issues, and anomalies across devices and environments. Enable automation and orchestration to support SOC operations, streamline incident response, and enhance endpoint protection coverage. Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including Client & Server Device Engineering, Cloud, CDC, Compliance & other key stakeholders —to ensure seamless integration of endpoint security solutions into the enterprise ecosystem. Manage vendor relationships, including solution evaluation, escalation handling, and performance tracking to optimize platform effectiveness. Develop, enforce, and continuously improve endpoint security policies, standards, and procedures in compliance with regulatory and corporate requirements. Establish and maintain metrics, dashboards, and reporting mechanisms to track endpoint security effectiveness and progress against objectives. Support incident response activities involving endpoints, working closely with SOC and threat intelligence teams to contain and remediate threats efficiently. Established and active employee resource groups Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field; advanced degree preferred. 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 8+ years in a leadership or management role. Strong expertise with endpoint security platforms, specifically MDE, Trend Micro, and Cisco Secure Endpoint. Hands-on experience with EDR, antivirus, vulnerability management, monitoring tools, and automation frameworks. Deep knowledge of enterprise IT infrastructure, including Windows, macOS, Linux, mobile devices, and cloud environments. Proven experience implementing QoP metrics, observability solutions, and automation, leveraging IaC or DevOps principles. Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, CIS) and regulatory compliance requirements. Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams. Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities, with a focus on operational excellence and continuous improvement. Relevant industry certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, CISM, or equivalent preferred. Experience in scripting, automation, and security orchestration using tools such as PowerShell, Python, or Terraform. Familiarity with cloud security platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and endpoint security in hybrid environments. Knowledge of threat intelligence, malware analysis, and AI-driven threat detection. Proven ability to manage vendor relationships and lead enterprise-level security program initiatives. For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/LL6SP2 This position is a range of salary grades LL6 . Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

Responsibilities

Implement QoP and observability frameworks to enhance endpoint protection coverage and streamline incident response. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of endpoint security solutions into the enterprise ecosystem.