Overview IT Security Coordinator at Linde Gas & Equipment Inc. Location: Tonawanda, NY. The IT Security Coordinator will join the Information Technology (IT) team in Americas to bolster LG&E's IT information security governance. This role oversees key cybersecurity processes and projects, manages performance indicators, ensures compliance, and provides support to teams within the company. You will collaborate with the LG&E IT Governance leader and LG&E business leaders to manage and enhance security metrics, vulnerability management processes, and IT resilience initiatives. This position offers hands-on experience in cybersecurity and involvement in high-impact projects to strengthen security posture and IT infrastructure resilience. The ideal candidate will have 2 to 5 years of experience in supervising processes, projects and audits in the information security field. What we offer you Competitive compensation Comprehensive benefits plan (medical, dental, vision and more) 401(k) retirement savings plan Paid time off (vacation, holidays, PTO) Employee discount programs Career growth opportunities Salary Range- $69,750 to $102,300 (commensurate with industry experience) What you will be doing Governance : Develop, implement, and maintain information security policies, procedures, and frameworks aligned with Linde standards, IT best practices and regulatory requirements. Performance Management : Monitor and analyze KPIs for information security, providing reports on progress and identifying areas for improvement. Project Management : Lead and coordinate priority projects related to information security and compliance, ensuring timely and effective delivery. Vulnerability Management : Support the ongoing vulnerability management lifecycle by working with IT teams to identify, prioritize, and remediate security vulnerabilities. Help improve vulnerability scanning and reporting processes. Disaster Recovery & Resilience : Assist in planning, coordinating, and executing disaster recovery tests across business units in the Americas. Contribute to enhancing the resilience of the LG&E IT infrastructure by supporting regular reviews of DR procedures and business continuity plans. Compliance : Ensure the organization complies with relevant security standards, regulations, and frameworks (e.g., NIST, PCI, SOC2, or similar). Risk Management : Assist in identifying and mitigating potential risks to information security, supporting risk management initiatives. Internal Audits & Compliance : Support internal audit processes by helping the business maintain compliance with Linde policy and relevant security standards & frameworks. Help manage the resolution of audit findings. Communication : Act as a point of contact for security-related matters of LG&E, including acquisitions, effectively communicating risks, strategies, and solutions to stakeholders at all levels. Security Awareness & Training : Contribute to initiatives aimed at enhancing the security maturity of end-users across all levels. Assist with user training, awareness programs, and educating staff on safe security practices and policies. Incident Response & Monitoring : Assist in monitoring security events and incidents. Work with senior analysts to respond to and help resolve IT security incidents across the LG&E organization. Main Objectives Assist in managing IT governance and IT Infrastructure Resilience for LG&E, including acquisitions : Collaborate with LG&E IT leader to enhance governance and IT infrastructure resilience. Assist non-integrated entities of LG&E to maintain comprehensive IT security practices and controls as defined by Linde's Global IT Security team. Improve IT KPI Scores : Drive the performance of security-related metrics across the organization, including acquisitions, to improve visibility into security posture and help teams meet targets. Enhance End-User Maturity : Improve security awareness and maturity of end-users through targeted education, training, and user-friendly security tools. Qualifications What makes you great Basic 2 to 5 years of experience in information security management, governance, auditing, or related functions Strong knowledge of security frameworks and standards such as NIST CSF, PCI Compliance, and SOC2 Proven experience in project execution, including task prioritization and resource coordination Proficiency in analyzing and managing security KPIs and metrics Familiarity with risk management processes and methodologies Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills Strong IT documentation skills Ability to collaborate effectively across teams and work independently when required Commitment to staying updated with the latest trends in cybersecurity Ability to travel up to 5-10% (domestic) Ability to work independently and set aggressive personal goals Preferred Qualifications (Optional) Master's Degree in IT Security, Governance and/or related IT Security Certifications such as CMMC, CISSP, CISM, CRISC, or ISO 27001 preferred Familiarity with incident response and vulnerability management processes Experience working in fast-paced environments or with cross-functional teams Experience with tools associated with security governance, risk, and compliance Why you will enjoy working with us Linde is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company with 2024 sales of $33 billion. We live our mission of making our world more productive every day by providing high-quality solutions, technologies and services which are making our customers more successful and helping to sustain, decarbonize and protect our planet. Linde Gas & Equipment Inc. (LG&E) is part of the largest Welding, Industrial, Medical, and Specialty Gases companies in the U.S. We carry a comprehensive selection of industrial gases, such as oxygen, nitrogen, argon, and carbon dioxide, etc. LG&E has an extensive network of production plants, retail stores, distribution centers, and customer service locations with a focus on making our world more productive every day by providing high-quality solutions, technologies and services which are making our customers more successful by helping to sustain and protect our planet. For more information about the company, please visit our website. Don wait, fill out an application right from your phone today! DRIVE YOUR CAREER FORWARD! 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