IT Operations and Security Director
IT Operations and Security Director
WD-40 Company
San Diego, CA
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- Category: I.T.
- Country: United States
- Location: San Diego
The IT Operations and Security Director is a critical member of our U.S. IT leadership team. This role is responsible for strategic leadership and operational execution across IT Operations, Infrastructure, Network, Service Desk, and Information Security functions. You’ll collaborate with global IT leaders to deliver solutions and services that support business continuity, risk prevention, and efficient resource utilization.
This role will be based in our San Diego Launch Pad and have the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Develop and implement ongoing strategic approaches for Infrastructural and Information Security services to enhance network security and infrastructure stability.
- Utilize cloud platforms to deliver stability, security, flexibility, and value.
- Accountable for successful project delivery, providing timely technical guidance.
- Drive approved Information Security plans aligned with the company’s Global Information Security strategy.
- Promote methodologies (Agile) and service delivery (ITIL) to achieve high-quality outcomes.
- Educate and guide cross-functional teams globally.
- Translate business requirements into scalable, secure, and supportable solutions.
- Develop business case analyses for capital and expense recommendations.
- Maintain budget control and effective expense management.
- Foster relationships with key business partners to understand demand and strategic needs.
- Collaborate with internal and external teams to find workable systems solutions. Demonstrate servant leadership, aligning with corporate values and the Code of Conduct.
- Provide coaching, talent development, and resources for team success.
- 15+ years of IT experience.
- 10+ years in hands-on technical role within IT
- 10+ years an ITIL environment.
- 5+ years leading IT Operations departments
- 5+ years working in Information security tools and frameworks (CIS, NIST, ISO)
- 3+ years with Cloud Solutions/MS Azure (PAAS, IAAS, SAAS)
- Experience in organization with 2,000+ employees across multiple countries.
- 2+ years of Agile experience
- Bachelor’s degree in a technical field, MBA a bonus
- Certifications: ITIL, CISM/CISSP/Azure Architect
$130000 – $175000 / year includes base salary plus 10% - 15% profit-sharing contribution to your retirement account. Salary is determined by multiple factors including but not limited to relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications, and alignment with market data
- Medical insurance, 80-95% company-paid premium
- Dental and vision insurance
- 401K match
- Annual cash incentive rewards
- Tuition reimbursement
- Short-day Fridays
- Vacation
- Paid holidays, including winter shut down
Our “Why”
At WD-40 Company, we believe that purpose-driven, passionate people guided by our values create amazing outcomes. Our "why" is refreshingly simple - we exist to create positive lasting memories in everything we do.
Why You Should Apply
- A strong values-aligned organization where contributions are acknowledged and rewarded, and where 91% of our tribe experiences a sense of belonging.
- A learning-based culture where 85% of our tribemates believe they can achieve their career objectives.
- Over 91% employee engagement as of the January 2024 global employee survey results.
- 99% of our tribemates report that they “love to tell people that they work for WD-40 Company”!
Please, only consider employment with WD-40 Company if you feel as strongly about our values as we do: We live, breathe, and play by our values every day.
Thank you for considering WD-40 Company in your career search! #WD40TribalLife #PositiveLastingMemories
At WD-40 Company we foster a culture of inclusion where all individuals are recognized, valued, respected, and experience a sense of belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to individual characteristics that make us unique such as our backgrounds, experiences, qualities, talents, traits, beliefs, and preferences.
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Seniority level
Director -
Employment type
Full-time -
Job function
Information Technology -
Industries
Wholesale Chemical and Allied Products
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