Associate IT Mfg Security

Job Description - Associate IT Mfg Security (342851) Job Number: 342851 Kautex is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment-based non-immigrant and immigrant visas. However, as a global company, Kautex offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website Introduction Kautex is a global company with over 30 plants in 13 countries. As a leading Tier One automotive supplier, we are a pioneer in the design and manufacturing of plastic fuel systems and beyond. From battery enclosures for use in hybrid and full battery electric vehicle applications to autonomous cleaning systems, we are advancing solutions for the era of new mobility. Our portfolio also covers high-quality industrial packaging and cast camshafts. Embracing the transformative venture, Kautex is part of a network of global businesses, offering some of the most advanced technologies and services the world has ever seen. We foster career growth, drive groundbreaking talent programs, and champion equal opportunities and sustainability in our business practices and products. By working together as one team and supporting one another, amazing things happen. We push the boundaries of what’s possible, soar to new heights and reach for the extraordinary, being recognized by prestigious awards such as Fair Company, Great place to work (Silao), MINT minded company, or Ecovadis Platinum. We can’t wait getting to know you and share more about our values and local benefits. What awaits you Global Vulnerability and IT Security (tools) Control Management Execute analysis and remediation efforts for the global vulnerability management program and IT security tools/controls across manufacturing environments. Assess, report, and drive remediation of server and application vulnerabilities in partnership with system owners, infrastructure teams, and third‑party vendors, ensuring activities are completed within approved maintenance windows. Actively monitor vulnerability posture using enterprise security dashboards (e.g., Tenable, Defender, SC Dashboard), ensuring accurate reporting, validation of remediation, and closure of findings. Drive initiatives to achieve full compliance for high-risk manufacturing environments and systems by defined deadlines. Security Operations, Incident, and Ticket Management Own and manage security‑related incidents, requests, and tasks within ServiceNow, including vulnerability remediation, EPM requests, and IT Manufacturing workflows. Perform triage, reassignment, and coordination of tickets (e.g., VLCM, Defender, Tenable), ensuring proper ownership and timely closure. Support incident response and escalation across global manufacturing environments, coordinating with internal teams and external partners. Privileged Access Management/Endpoint Privilege Management Support EPM operations, including application elevation requests, approvals, and enforcement activities across manufacturing systems. Review and validate EPM requests by ensuring Risk Assessments (RA), executable validation, and compliance with enterprise security standards before approval. Assist with rollout and enforcement activities at plant level to ensure secure endpoint and application governance. Risk Assessments (RA) and Security Exceptions Submit and manage Risk Assessments (RA) for applications, tools, and manufacturing systems, ensuring alignment with enterprise IT security and risk management processes. Review and coordinate approval of security exceptions (e.g., application vulnerabilities, OS exceptions) until closure or mitigation is achieved. Drive improvements and standardization of RA processes, including identifying opportunities for automation and efficiency improvements. Troubleshooting Patches and IT Security (tools) Control Management Coordinate with internal teams and vendors to troubleshoot patching failures, control conflicts, or non‑compliant systems. Assess, document, and communicate broken controls, remediation gaps, false positives, and technical debt impacting security posture. Work with system owners and/or suppliers to validate remediation actions and ensure vulnerabilities are properly resolved and removed from reporting tools. Security Compliance and Manufacturing Integration Ensure manufacturing systems meet corporate security control requirements, including PAM compliance, vulnerability remediation, and OS lifecycle upgrades. Support plant‑level initiatives involving secure deployment, configuration, and hardening of endpoints and servers. Collaborate with plant, automation, and infrastructure teams where IT security intersects with manufacturing and OT systems. Dashboards, Reporting, and Continuous Improvement Develop and maintain dashboards and reporting tools (e.g., ServiceNow dashboards) to provide visibility into IT Manufacturing security posture, incidents, and vulnerabilities. Identify and implement automation opportunities in reporting, ticket routing, and security workflows to improve efficiency and accuracy. Continuously improve processes related to vulnerability management, compliance tracking, and operational reporting. Security Documentation Define and maintain remediation standards, baseline configurations, and support security documentation (KB articles, DOR, ARDs, etc.). Track manufacturing applications and work with system owners to maintain a documented portfolio of usage, risk, and lifecycle status. What you’ll need to succeed Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field preferred 2+ years of experience in Security Operations (SecOps), preferably in manufacturing or OT environments Experience with security tools such as vulnerability scanners, endpoint protection, and privileged access management Hands‑on experience with ServiceNow or similar ticketing/workflow platforms Experience with Risk Assessments (RA) and security exception processes Familiarity with manufacturing systems (MES, PLCs, OT environments) preferred Good communication, customer‑oriented mindset, and team collaboration skills Security certifications (CISSP, CISM, CCSP) are a plus EEO Statement Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cessna Aircraft Company