Chief Information Security Officer; CISO

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will remain open until filled or adjusted based on the volume of applicants.

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The Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) is responsible for establishing and maintaining a global information security strategy that protects the company’s digital assets, intellectual property, and operational technology (OT) across multiple manufacturing plants worldwide. This role ensures compliance with international regulations, mitigates cybersecurity risks, and safeguards production systems against evolving threats.

• Global security strategy – Develop and implement a unified cybersecurity strategy across all regions, including plants and corporate offices, aligning security initiatives with global business objectives and manufacturing operations.
• Risk management – Conduct global risk assessments for IT and OT environments, including industrial control systems (ICS) and IoT devices, and implement standardized risk‑based controls across diverse geographies.
• Policy & compliance – Establish global security policies and ensure adherence to international standards (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, CMMC) while managing compliance with regional regulations and customer requirements.
• Incident response – Lead Ball's global incident response and crisis management for cyberattacks, breaches, and ransomware, coordinating with regional teams and external partners during security events.
• Security technology deployment – Oversee the deployment of security technologies across global IT and OT environments, ensuring secure integration of ERP systems, MES, and cloud platforms.
• Cybersecurity awareness – Drive global cybersecurity awareness programs for employees and plant staff, fostering a culture of security across all regions and operational levels.
• Vendor & third‑party risk – Assess and monitor the security posture of global suppliers and partners in the manufacturing supply chain.
• Leadership of security team – Build and lead a global security team with regional representation, collaborating with plant managers, IT leaders, and executive stakeholders to embed security into operations.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field;
  Master’s preferred.
• 10+ years in information security, with at least 5 years in a global leadership role.
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments strongly preferred.
• CISSP, CISM, or equivalent.
• Expertise in OT security and global regulatory compliance.
• Strong leadership, communication, and crisis management skills.
• Ability to manage security across multiple time zones and cultures.

• Strategic thinking with a global perspective.
• Ability to balance security with operational efficiency in manufacturing.
• Strong stakeholder management and influence skills.

• This role is based in our global headquarters in Westminster, CO. The role requires regular in‑person engagement, working on‑site for four (4) or more days per work week with core collaboration days of Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Travel and local commute between Ball locations and other possible non‑Ball locations may be required.
• Relocation assistance will be considered.
• Hiring Salary Range: $181,100 – 264,780 (Salary to be determined by the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.)
• This role will be eligible to participate in the annual incentive compensation plan.
• Ball includes a comprehensive benefits structure. Go to our career site…