<p>We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we're all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?</p> <p>Enterprise Technology plays a critical part in shaping the future of mobility. If you're looking for the chance to leverage advanced technology to redefine the transportation landscape, enhance the customer experience and improve people's lives, this is the opportunity for you. Join us and challenge your IT expertise and analytical skills to help create vehicles that are as smart as you are.</p> <p>This job is posted as REMOTE but designated as HYBRID with up to three days per week onsite may be required for candidates within commuting distance from our Dearborn, MI.,offices. (Eastern Time Zone, Central Time Zone preferred)</p> <p>Ford is seeking a highly skilled and strategic GRC Security Engineering Manager to lead a critical team responsible for defining, building, and managing the technical capabilities and strategic roadmap for our enterprise-wide Governance, Risk, and Compliance platforms and tools. This role is pivotal in ensuring Ford's GRC posture is continuously strengthened, optimized, and aligned with our global business objectives, regulatory requirements, and security best practices. The team managed by this individual will be responsible for the always on platform and continuous evolution of these vital GRC components.</p> <p>Ford is seeking a highly skilled and strategic GRC Security Engineering Manager to lead a critical team responsible for defining, building, and managing the technical capabilities and strategic roadmap for our enterprise-wide Governance, Risk, and Compliance platforms and tools. This role is pivotal in ensuring Ford's GRC posture is continuously strengthened, optimized, and aligned with our global business objectives, regulatory requirements, and security best practices. The team managed by this individual will be responsible for the always on platform and continuous evolution of these vital GRC components.</p> <p>Key Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li> <p>Strategic Leadership & Roadmap:</p> </li><li> <p>Develop and execute a comprehensive technical strategy and roadmap for Ford's GRC engineering capabilities, aligning with overall enterprise security, compliance, and digital transformation initiatives.</p> </li><li> <p>Identify emerging GRC technologies, trends, and best practices, and assess their applicability to Ford's environment.</p> </li><li> <p>Drive the adoption of automation and innovative solutions to enhance GRC efficiency and effectiveness.</p> </li><li> <p>GRC Platform Management:</p> </li><li> <p>Oversee the end-to-end lifecycle management of Ford's core GRC platforms and tools (e.g., risk management systems, compliance automation, audit management, policy management, security orchestration).</p> </li><li> <p>Direct the design, implementation, configuration, integration, and maintenance of GRC solutions to meet business and regulatory requirements.</p> </li><li> <p>Ensure the stability, availability, and performance of GRC platforms through proactive monitoring, incident response, and problem resolution.</p> </li><li> <p>Cross-Functional Collaboration:</p> </li><li> <p>Partner closely with IT, Cybersecurity, Legal, Internal Audit, Privacy, and various business units to gather requirements, provide technical expertise, and deliver integrated GRC solutions.</p> </li><li> <p>Translate complex GRC requirements into actionable engineering tasks and ensure alignment across stakeholders.</p> </li><li> <p>Act as a key technical liaison for internal and external audit activities related to GRC systems and controls.</p> </li><li> <p>Process Improvement & Controls:</p> </li><li> <p>Define and enforce GRC engineering standards, processes, and best practices.</p> </li><li> <p>Contribute to the continuous improvement of Ford's GRC framework, risk assessment methodologies, and control validation processes.</p> </li><li> <p>Ensure the effective implementation and measurement of technical security and compliance controls.</p> </li><li> <p>Always on platform</p> </li><li> <p>Manage and optimize the operational support model for GRC platforms, ensuring 24x7 availability and responsiveness to critical incidents and issues, aligning with defined Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and SLOs.</p> </li><li> <p>Drive post-incident reviews and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence and improve system resilience.</p> </li><li> <p>Team Management & Development:</p> </li><li> <p>Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning.</p> </li><li> <p>Oversee talent acquisition, performance management, and career development for team members.</p> </li><li> <p>Ensure the team has the necessary skills and resources to meet strategic objectives and operational demands.</p> </li></ul> <p>Key Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li> <p>Strategic Leadership & Roadmap:</p> </li><li> <p>Develop and execute a comprehensive technical strategy and roadmap for Ford's GRC engineering capabilities, aligning with overall enterprise security, compliance, and digital transformation initiatives.</p> </li><li> <p>Identify emerging GRC technologies, trends, and best practices, and assess their applicability to Ford's environment.</p> </li><li> <p>Drive the adoption of automation and innovative solutions to enhance GRC efficiency and effectiveness.</p> </li><li> <p>GRC Platform Management:</p> </li><li> <p>Oversee the end-to-end lifecycle management of Ford's core GRC platforms and tools (e.g., risk management systems, compliance automation, audit management, policy management, security orchestration).</p> </li><li> <p>Direct the design, implementation, configuration, integration, and maintenance of GRC solutions to meet business and regulatory requirements.</p> </li><li> <p>Ensure the stability, availability, and performance of GRC platforms through proactive monitoring, incident response, and problem resolution.</p> </li><li> <p>Cross-Functional Collaboration:</p> </li><li> <p>Partner closely with IT, Cybersecurity, Legal, Internal Audit, Privacy, and various business units to gather requirements, provide technical expertise, and deliver integrated GRC solutions.</p> </li><li> <p>Translate complex GRC requirements into actionable engineering tasks and ensure alignment across stakeholders.</p> </li><li> <p>Act as a key technical liaison for internal and external audit activities related to GRC systems and controls.</p> </li><li> <p>Process Improvement & Controls:</p> </li><li> <p>Define and enforce GRC engineering standards, processes, and best practices.</p> </li><li> <p>Contribute to the continuous improvement of Ford's GRC framework, risk assessment methodologies, and control validation processes.</p> </li><li> <p>Ensure the effective implementation and measurement of technical security and compliance controls.</p> </li><li> <p>Always on platform</p> </li><li> <p>Manage and optimize the operational support model for GRC platforms, ensuring 24x7 availability and responsiveness to critical incidents and issues, aligning with defined Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and SLOs.</p> </li><li> <p>Drive post-incident reviews and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence and improve system resilience.</p> </li><li> <p>Team Management & Development:</p> </li><li> <p>Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning.</p> </li><li> <p>Oversee talent acquisition, performance management, and career development for team members.</p> </li><li> <p>Ensure the team has the necessary skills and resources to meet strategic objectives and operational demands.</p> </li></ul>