Information Security Program Lead

Overview:

Are you someone who is passionate, motivated, and driven to make a difference?  If so, MSA Safety is the perfect fit for your career. 

 

At MSA, SAFETY is who we are AND it is what we do.  We are a purpose-driven company committed to deploying innovation and technology to deliver on our Mission to help protect people and assets all around the world.  We continue to be relentless in our pursuit of solving our customers greatest problems so they can go home safe each and every day. 

 

Are you in?  Read on for more details about this particular role.

Responsibilities:

ISMS Ownership & ISO 27001

• Own and maintain the Information Security Management System (ISMS), ensuring alignment with ISO 27001:2022 requirements and organizational objectives
• Lead and coordinate internal and external ISO 27001:2022 audits, including audit planning, execution, and follow-up
• Conduct gap analyses, risk assessments, and risk treatment planning in line with ISO 27001 Annex A controls
• Develop, review, and maintain information security policies, standards, and procedures

Multi-Framework Compliance

• Drive and coordinate compliance activities across SOC 2 Type II, including control documentation, evidence collection, and readiness reviews in preparation for external assessments
• Support CMMC 2.0 Level 2 readiness and compliance, including control implementation guidance aligned with NIST SP 800-171 and coordination for third-party assessment organization (C3PAO) engagements
• Maintain working knowledge of NIST SP 800-171 requirements and their relationship to CMMC, supporting Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) scoping and handling requirements
• Ensure compliance activities reflect applicable regional data protection obligations, including GDPR and other jurisdiction-specific requirements relevant to global operations
• Maintain a cross-framework control mapping to identify overlaps, reduce duplication of effort, and ensure consistent control coverage across ISO 27001, SOC 2, CMMC, and NIST

Global Governance & Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as a key point of contact for external certification bodies, auditors, and regulatory inquiries
• Report on the state of the ISMS, compliance posture, and key risk indicators to senior management across global business units
• Contribute to security awareness programs and training initiatives, adapting content for regional and cultural relevance where needed
• Collaborate with cross-functional and geographically distributed stakeholders to embed security and compliance requirements into business processes

Third-Party & Engineering Collaboration

• Support and collaborate with the Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) function, providing GRC expertise on vendor risk assessments and due diligence processes
• Work closely with the software development function to integrate compliance requirements into the Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC)

Qualifications:

Required Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

• Deep understanding of ISO 27001:2022 and associated standards (e.g., ISO 27002), including practical ISMS management experience
• Solid grasp of GRC methodologies, control frameworks, and structured risk assessment practices
• Working knowledge of SOC 2 (Trust Services Criteria) and readiness or audit support experience
• Working knowledge of CMMC 2.0 and/or NIST SP 800-171, including their application to CUI environments and U.S. federal compliance obligations
• Familiarity with GDPR or equivalent data protection regulations as they apply to global enterprise operations
• Experience with cross-framework control mapping across two or more of the above frameworks
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills — ability to translate complex compliance topics for both technical and non-technical audiences across different cultural and organizational contexts
• Proven ability to work independently and drive compliance initiatives with minimal supervision in a globally distributed team environment

Preferred Skills

• Hands-on experience with SOC 2 Type II audit support and evidence collection
• Direct involvement in CMMC readiness activities or C3PAO-facilitated assessments
• Knowledge of cloud security controls, particularly in AWS and Office 365 environments
• Familiarity with AI-enhanced GRC tooling and compliance automation approaches
• Understanding of TPRM frameworks, vendor risk methodologies, and associated tooling
• Familiarity with SSDLC principles and their integration with compliance requirements
• Experience working across multiple time zones and jurisdictions in a multinational organization

Education & Experience

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a relevant field
• Demonstrated experience leading or supporting ISO 27001 certification or re-certification audits
• Experience developing and implementing security policies and controls across multiple frameworks
• Experience conducting structured risk assessments and managing risk treatment plans in complex, multi-jurisdictional environments

Preferred

• ISO 27001 Lead Auditor or Lead Implementer certification (e.g., PECB, BSI, or equivalent)
• Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a relevant field
• Additional certifications such as CISM, CISA, CISSP, or ISO 27005 Risk Manager
• Certifications or formal training in CMMC, NIST, or SOC 2 methodologies
• Experience working in or supporting regulated industries subject to U.S. government compliance requirements

 

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