Data Protection Manager (Remote Opportunity)
Posted 2025-03-15<strong>Job Locations <br><br></strong>US-VA-Smithfield<br><br>US-MO-Kansas City<br><br>US-IL-Lisle<br><br><strong> Your Opportunity <br><br></strong>The Data Protection Manager is responsible for implementing operational oversight of the controls required to support the security of Smithfield Food?s Confidential Business Information. The position aims to provide highly skilled technical and information security expertise for developing and implementing the cybersecurity data protection program.<br><br>A qualified candidate will support the establishment, execution, and maintenance of a cybersecurity data protection framework and process. They will identify confidential business information processed, stored, and accessed on electronic assets, protect the data, and work with security operations staff to detect unauthorized and malicious use of said data. Partnering with IT infrastructure and Data Management teams to implement technical controls for protecting Smithfield?s structured and unstructured data while in transit and at rest.<br><br><strong> Salary Range <br><br></strong>$114,500 - $167,750<br><br><strong>Core Responsibilities<br><br></strong><ul><li> Provide guidance, insights, and direction on technological, cybersecurity, and policy-related topics. </li><li> Manage cybersecurity services specific to data protection, including but not limited to:</li><ul><li> Data classification </li><li> Data Loss Prevention </li><li> Data Labeling/Tagging Platform </li><li> Data Mapping and identification solutions </li></ul><li> Offer subject-matter-expertise in the discipline of data protection to cybersecurity operational teams, central technology engineering groups, enterprise architecture, compliance, and privacy colleagues </li><li> Drive adoption of secure hardening and configuration practices in the systems security deployment cycle throughout central technology and line of business technical engineering teams, worldwide </li><li> Supply consultancy for secure system design, development, engineering, and operation </li><li> Maintain program budget and financials as well as program communications <li> Identify and help implement continuous cybersecurity process enhancements/improvements </li><li> Coordinate resources (staff, equipment, vendors, and consultants) across projects, manage the budget for assigned project(s), monitor project progress (risks <li> Prepare and present KPIs reflecting the performance of the program for management and ensure technologies are appropriately integrated to support the goals of the Enterprise Cybersecurity Program <br></li></ul>The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.<br><br><strong>Qualifications<br><br></strong>To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions .<br><br><ul><li> Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in cybersecurity, computer science, information technology, business, information security, and 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity or related IT field, or equivalent combination of education and experience, required. </li><li> Minimum of 2+ years? experience in a position of leadership to include team development and management, required. </li><li> Cyber risk managementexperience preferred. </li><li> Knowledge of information security data protection frameworks and compliance practices. </li><li> Knowledge of securing network technologies, endpoint, and server operating systems. </li><li> Ability to develop security standards and guidelines based on best practices and industry standards </li><li> Understanding of common security standards and regulations (e.g., NIST, PCI DSS, HIPAA, ISO2700x, etc.) </li><li> Skills in the management of data protection technologies, including but not limited to Data Analytics Platforms, Data Loss Prevention, and Data Labeling/Tagging technologies </li><li> Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment </li><li> Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment <br><br></li></ul><strong>Supervisory Responsibilities<br><br></strong><ul><li> Manage a team, including their career and competency development. </li><li> Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. </li><li> Perform the following: interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. <br><br></li></ul><strong>Careers And Benefits<br><br></strong>To learn more about Smithfield?s benefits, visit smithfieldfoods.com/careerbenefits .<br><br><strong>PEOPLE MATTER<br><br></strong>More than 63,000 employees globally drive our success. We strive to create a fair, ethical and rewarding work environment.<br><br><strong>GROWTH <br></strong>Working at Smithfield isn't just a job ? it's the foundation for a lifelong career with training designed to help you advance professionally.<br><br><strong>Benefits<br><br></strong>Our people matter. That's why we offer excellent, comprehensive benefits packages to our full-time employees. Also, education benefits available to full and part-time Smithfield team members on their first day of employment<br><br><strong>SUSTAINABILITY PLEDGE<br><br></strong>Sustainability is ingrained in our culture and guides how we operate. We believe in innovating for the future.<br><br><strong>About Smithfield Foods<br><br></strong>Headquartered in Smithfield, Va. since 1936, Smithfield Foods, Inc. is an American food company with agricultural roots and a global reach. With more than 60,000 jobs globally, we are dedicated to producing "Good food. Responsibly ? " and serve as one of the world's leading vertically integrated protein companies. We have pioneered sustainability standards for more than two decades, including our industry-leading commitments to become carbon negative in our U.S. company-owned operations and reduce GHG emissions 30 percent across our entire U.S. value chain by 2030. We believe in the power of protein to end food insecurity and have donated hundreds of millions of food servings to our communities. Smithfield boasts a portfolio of high-quality iconic brands, such as Smithfield ? , Eckrich ? and Nathan's Famous ? , among many others. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com , and connect with us on Facebook , Twitter , LinkedIn and Instagram .<br><br><strong> EEO/AA Information <br><br></strong>Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.