director cybersecurity, assurance services

Now Brewing – Director Cybersecurity, Assurance Services · #tobeapartner

From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company – one that not only celebrated coffee and the rich tradition, but also fostered a feeling of connection. We are known for developing extraordinary leaders who share this passion and are guided by their service to others.

This role contributes to Starbucks’ success by leading multiple teams of cybersecurity professionals that plan, coordinate, and continually improve enterprise‑wide cybersecurity programs. The director of assurance services provides leadership to application security, enterprise vulnerability management, and red teams.

A successful director at Starbucks is a self‑starter, a natural problem solver, collaborative, and capable of thriving amid adversity and ambiguity. You should have strong problem‑solving and communication skills, a deep technical understanding of modern cybersecurity threats, and a validated track record of leading and maturing programs in highly targeted environments at scale. Success for the role will be the delivery of a world‑class program that is positioned to address, contain, and resolve any cybersecurity situation.

Models and acts in accordance with Starbucks guiding principles.

As a director of cybersecurity, assurance services, you will:

Leadership

• Model leadership behaviors grounded in Starbucks Mission and Values.
• Identify and communicate key responsibilities to promote a successful attitude, confidence in leadership, and teamwork.
• Support the implementation of enterprise programs, procedures, and practices to promote Starbucks key messages and achieve a competitive advantage.

Planning and Execution

• Plan and manage processes to ensure delivery of a world‑class Cybersecurity program.
• Establish key performance indicators and proactively report to stakeholders on cybersecurity activities, metrics, and risk posture.

Technical Design and Implementation

• Provide metrics and clear communication on the state of the work group and associated programs.
• Partner with other teams to continuously improve and advance the organization’s operational security capabilities.
• Define, build, and operate world‑class application security, vulnerability management, and red team operation programs.

Partner Development and Team Building

• Build and lead a team that supports each other, welcomes everyone, and succeeds together.
• Challenge and inspire team members to achieve world‑class results.
• Support partners in their career growth.
• Oversee training and development of partners and make effective staffing decisions.

Ownership

• Define and maintain processes, procedures, and expectations for the work group’s support responsibilities.
• Ensure that appropriate support documentation exists.

Basic Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in an information technology discipline.
• 8+ years of experience in Cybersecurity.
• 8+ years of experience leading and developing highly performing teams.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CIPM, or other cybersecurity, data privacy, or information risk management credentials.
• Previous experience leading a red team function.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to lead day‑to‑day tasks of diverse teams and influence senior leadership.
• Ability to develop teams and mentor staff.
• Proven ability to manage and facilitate annual operating budgets and strategic planning.
• Proven ability to thrive in ambiguity.
• Excellent problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Solid business acumen.
• Acts with integrity and dependability.
• A strong bias for action coupled with a high standard of delivery.

Benefits

As a Starbucks partner, you will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, paid parental leave, family expansion reimbursement, paid vacation starting on your hire date, sick time, eight paid holidays, and two personal days per year. Starbucks also offers a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, a discounted company stock program, equity program, incentivized emergency savings, financial well‑being tools, 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first‑time bachelor’s degree through Arizona State University’s online program, student loan management resources, other educational opportunities, backup care, and DACA reimbursement. The specific benefits may vary by location and are subject to collective bargaining.

We believe we do our best work when we’re together, which is why we’re onsite four days a week.

Join us and inspire with every cup. Apply today!

Starbucks Coffee Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state, and local ordinances.

Starbucks Coffee Company is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at applicantaccommodation or 1‑888‑611‑2258.

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