Director, Information Security

Position Summary The Director of Information Security is responsible for leading Weatherford's global cybersecurity strategy, governance, operations, identity management, and risk management program across Network, IT, OT/Digital, AI, and Data environments. This leader will establish and execute a modern security program that protects Weatherford's people, identities, privileged access, systems, operational technology, digital platforms, AI capabilities, and enterprise data while enabling business growth and digital transformation. The role partners closely with Infrastructure, Network Operations, Cloud, Enterprise Applications, Digital/OT, Data & AI, Legal, Compliance, Internal Audit, HR, and business leadership to ensure cybersecurity and identity controls are embedded across all technology and business initiatives. Key Responsibilities Safety, Security & ComplianceDefine and execute the enterprise cybersecurity strategy and roadmap.Establish security governance, policies, standards, and control frameworks.Lead cybersecurity risk assessments and prioritize mitigation activities.Drive Zero Trust security principles across the enterprise.Own the enterprise Identity and Access Management (IAM) strategy, including identity lifecycle, authentication, authorization, least privilege, and access governance.Provide oversight for privileged access management, role-based access, access reviews, segregation of duties, and joiner-mover-leaver controls.Establish cybersecurity standards for operational technology, field operations, industrial connectivity, digital platforms, and remote operations.Develop security standards and governance for AI and GenAI technologies.Evaluate AI-related risks, data exposure concerns, and third-party AI services.Own enterprise data protection strategy.Implement data classification, encryption, identity-based access governance, and Data Loss Prevention (DLP) programs.Protect sensitive customer, employee, operational, and financial information.QualityEnsure security controls are embedded across servers, endpoints, cloud platforms, and enterprise infrastructure.Ensure continuous monitoring and proactive threat mitigation.Ensure secure integration between IT and OT environments.OperationsLead the security strategy for enterprise networks, cloud connectivity, remote access, firewalls, segmentation, and secure communications.Oversee Security Operations, Threat Detection, Vulnerability Management, and Incident Response capabilities.Lead cyber incident preparation, response, recovery, and executive communications.CommunicationProvide executive reporting on cyber risk, security posture, compliance, identity risk, and remediation progress.FinancialProtect sensitive customer, employee, operational, and financial information.People & DevelopmentPartner with HR, IT, application owners, and business leaders to strengthen identity controls across employees, contractors, vendors, service accounts, and machine identities.Partner with business and operational leaders to protect critical operational environments.Partner with business and technology leaders to enable secure AI adoption and innovation.Partner with Data & Analytics teams to secure enterprise data platforms.Vision & LeadershipBuild and lead a high-performing cybersecurity organization. Develop succession plans and technical capability across security disciplines. Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Manage strategic vendors, service providers, budgets, and security investments. Experience & EducationRequired12+ years of progressive cybersecurity and technology leadership experience. Proven experience leading enterprise cybersecurity programs in large global organizations. Experience across Network Security, Infrastructure Security, Cloud Security, Identity & Access Management, Data Security, Security Operations, and Risk Management. Experience implementing or overseeing IAM capabilities such as SSO/MFA, privileged access management, identity lifecycle, access reviews, and least privilege controls. Experience securing OT/Digital environments and industrial systems preferred. Experience implementing Data Protection and DLP programs. Familiarity with AI/GenAI security and governance principles. Strong experience presenting cyber risks and security strategies to executive leadership. PreferredBachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline. Master's degree preferred. CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CISA, GIAC, CCSP, or equivalent certifications. Experience in energy, oilfield services, manufacturing, or industrial environments. Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesRequiredReduction in enterprise cyber risk exposure. Improved security maturity across Network, IT, Identity, OT/Digital, AI, and Data domains. Timely remediation of vulnerabilities and security findings. Reduced security incidents and business impact. Regulatory, audit, and compliance readiness. Effective DLP and data protection outcomes. Improved identity governance outcomes, including timely access reviews, reduced excessive privileges, strong MFA adoption, and effective privileged access controls. Secure adoption of cloud, digital, and AI technologies. High-performing and engaged cybersecurity team. Travel RequirementThis role may require domestic and potentially international travel of up to 10-25%Job Description ScopeThis job description’s purpose is to offer some details on the scope and depth of the role and its interaction with other roles within the organization, through a focus on key criteria. It cannot capture the entire scope of the role. The document is generic in nature and offers consistency in role content from the early career level to more senior levels. The Company’s expectation is that the holder of the role understands and accepts that its expectations will be potentially greater for those in more senior roles than those at an early stage of their career. Responsibilities may well be greater and their decisions will have a greater impact on the function and organization’s performance. The Company reserves the right to amend the content of the job description to better reflect the changing scope of the role with or without notice.Weatherford is a leading global energy services company. Our world-class experts partner with customers to optimize their resources and realize the full potential of their assets. Across our operating locations, including manufacturing, research and development, service, and training facilities, operators choose us for strategic solutions that add efficiency, flexibility, and responsibility to any energy operation. We are focused on technology development, digital solutions, and defining our footprint in the new energy space. Our ability to provide integrated solutions across our segments will be critical to growth in our core operations and the energy transition. Energy producers face unique challenges every day, so it is our job to create solutions that enhance safety, streamline operations, and sustain uptime to meet or exceed their targets. We operate across the global energy landscape employing some of the best diverse talent in the industry. At Weatherford, we understand the value each individual brings to the table. We celebrate diversity in all its forms and are immensely proud of our workforce. We invite you to join our passionate, talented, world-class team. When you join Weatherford, you instantly feel connected to something bigger – a community that is grounded by our core values and driven to create innovative solutions for our customers. We celebrate each other’s successes, grow together, and learn from each other constantly. Individually, we are impressive. Together, we are unstoppable. We are One Weatherford. Join Us: Weatherford is producing energy for today and tomorrow- with global opportunities as unlimited as your sense of adventure. Join us to make an impact on our customers, the industry, and the world. Weatherford is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.Full timePosting Date: 2026-08-27