Cybersecurity Compliance Officer

Syensqo is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

We are looking for: 

• We are seeking a results-oriented Senior Cybersecurity & Regulatory Compliance Lead to strengthen our global compliance posture across IT and Operational Technology (OT) environments.
• This role will play a pivotal part in ensuring that our technology teams consistently meet evolving regulatory, market, and customer-driven cybersecurity requirements. The successful candidate will work closely with IT and OT stakeholders, as well as collaborate with our Legal-Compliance team, and our cyber governance and risk management teams, to support a robust Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) program that enables business growth while minimizing risk.

We count on you for:

• Maintain and enhance a comprehensive control framework that integrates with Syensqo’s security policies and global regulatory standards.
• Partner with governance and risk management teams to ensure seamless integration and continuous improvement of the GRC program.
• Monitor, analyze compliance metrics and progress to highlight risks and recommend solutions.
• Collaborate with IT, OT stakeholders to identify compliance obligations, define impacted environments, and suggest required actions necessary for compliance.  
• Support the compliance assessment program by ensuring the quality of the assessment program, identifying gaps, and recommend improvements.
• Assess the suggested corrective actions resulting from assessments, audits, ensuring they meet our regulatory control requirements.
• Develop and deliver compliance training and awareness for IT.
• Provide expert guidance to IT and OT teams to ensure alignment with global cybersecurity and regulatory compliance obligations (ISO 27k, CMMC, NIS2, TISAX, Dual Use,).
• Translate regulatory requirements into required controls that can be applied by IT technology teams (i.e.,  Security In Projects Service, TPRM Service).
• Monitor changes in relevant regulatory compliance matters to ensure organizational adoption.
• Facilitate IT Compliance Committee to ensure that all IT services and operations within the organization adhere to relevant regulatory, legal, and internal policy requirements as well as the bi-weekly CISO GRC / Operational Compliance Team Meeting.
• Attend other cyber committees as the compliance SME
• Effectively manage the CMMC L2 certification program and our existing service supplier.
• Work with the relevant business unit to manage other Cybersecurity Compliance requirements:
  • Maintain UK CyberEssentials Plus certification
  • Respond to customer cybersecurity questionnaires and attend customer site audits to cover cybersecurity control questions

Key Deliverables:.

• End-to-end roadmap for data classification and DLP deployment

• Detailed business use case catalogue (R&I, Industrial Function, Composites & Materials, Other GBUs standard uses)

• Integrated implementation plan aligned with Data Platform and LEAP milestones

• Configuration guidelines and operational playbooks for data classification and DLP

• Change-management materials and end-user training packages

• Regular progress reports to the CISO and transformation steering committees

You will bring:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Engineering, Law, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

• Minimum 7+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity, IT/OT compliance, or regulatory compliance, with at least 3 years in a global manufacturing environment.

• Demonstrated expertise in applying global regulatory frameworks and standards obligations (ISO 27k, CMMC L2, NIS2, TISAX, EAR / Dual Use, SOX).

• Proven ability to deliver compliance solutions in complex, multinational technology environments.

• At least one relevant certification (e.g., CISSP, CISA, CISM, CSA) is preferred

• Strong record of achieving compliance objectives and driving process improvements within IT and OT domains.

• Strong English skills, both oral and written.

• Ability to interpret regulatory requirements and translate them into practical technology solutions.

• Experience supporting compliance assessments, audits, and remediation initiatives.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to engage diverse technical and non-technical stakeholders, including senior management.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.

• High integrity and commitment to ethical standards.

• Ability to work independently, self starter requiring minimal oversight.

• Ability to achieve objectives at a high level of quality

You will get:

• The U.S. base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this position is $127,000 to $159,000 per year. Since actual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted base salary range. Total compensation for this role also includes bonus and/or other incentives.
• 16, or more, weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations
• Training platform for all employees
• Free language courses (24 languages available)
• Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)
  

Additional information:

• Smart working flexibility
• Must be based in the East Coast of US

About us

• Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.
• At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.
• Syensqo is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.