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Role Overview
The SVP of Global IT and Cybersecurity is a senior leader responsible for architecting and executing the global IT strategy, cybersecurity framework, and regulatory compliance programs for the newly formed Lyten-Northvolt organization. This role plays a central part in establishing the unified, scalable, and secure technology infrastructure needed to support 24/7 manufacturing operations, accelerate digital transformation, and unlock the full strategic value of the Northvolt acquisition.
This leader will drive the implementation of a federated global IT model, ensuring centralized governance while empowering regional agility. The role will champion the convergence of IT and OT, guide integration across ERP, MES, PLM systems, and oversee the deployment of a Zero Trust cybersecurity architecture across a complex international footprint.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
- Translate the global IT roadmap into an actionable multi-year strategic plan with clear milestones aligned to the phased integration (Stabilize, Harmonize, Innovate).
- Act as a strategic partner to executive leadership, providing direction on IT risk, cybersecurity, digital transformation, and compliance readiness.
- Drive the cultural integration of acquired entities through shared systems, collaboration tools, and standardized business processes—supporting the “One Lyten” vision.
Technology Architecture & Infrastructure
- Lead the design and deployment of the modern digital core (ERP – NetSuite, MES – Northcloud, PLM) that forms the backbone of global operations.
- Oversee the global hybrid infrastructure across cloud, data centers, and factory edge computing, ensuring high availability and scalability.
- Implement standardized ITSM practices and tools (e.g., Freshworks), enabling a Follow-the-Sun support model.
Cybersecurity & Risk Management
- Architect and lead a unified cybersecurity strategy based on Zero Trust principles, securing both corporate (IT) and factory floor (OT) environments.
- Establish and oversee a global Security Operations Center (SOC) and implement specialized OT security monitoring tools.
- Ensure robust identity and access management, network segmentation, and endpoint protection across all global operations.
Compliance & Regulatory Readiness
- Ensure global compliance with GDPR, CMMC, SOX, ITAR, and other applicable international regulatory requirements.
- Build and embed “compliance by design” into system architectures, especially for federal and defense-facing product lines.
- Oversee data governance and cross-border data flows in alignment with global privacy standards and enterprise risk tolerance.
Integration & Operational Execution
- Play a key leadership role in the Integration Management Office (IMO), contributing to planning, governance, and execution of the post-merger roadmap.
- Drive early wins in infrastructure, collaboration tools, and workforce enablement, demonstrating tangible post-merger value.
- Lead the assessment, selection, and rationalization of acquired systems, ensuring optimal ROI and strategic fit.
Organizational Development & Talent Management
- Build and lead high-performing global and regional IT teams, ensuring dual-reporting alignment to both local business needs and global standards.
- Foster a collaborative, innovative, and accountable IT culture, aligned with the principles of agility, transparency, and trust.
- Champion career development, training, and retention initiatives for critical talent across North America and Europe.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
- 10+ years of progressive IT and cybersecurity leadership, including at least 5 years in a global or multi-region management role.
- Demonstrated success leading complex IT integrations, ERP implementations (preferably NetSuite), and digital transformation initiatives in manufacturing or industrial environments.
- Expertise in global regulatory compliance (e.g., GDPR, SOX, CMMC, ITAR) and IT/OT security frameworks (e.g., NIST 800-171/172, ISO 27001).
- Proven ability to manage large-scale infrastructure and application portfolios across distributed teams and time zones.
- Certifications preferred: CISSP, CISM, CISA, ITIL, PMP, CCSP.
Compensations Range
The expected base salary range for this position is between
$275,000.00 - $412,400.00
The level of pay within the range will depend on a variety of job-related factors that may include location, relevant prior experience and/or education, or particular skills and expertise.
Disclosures
Pay Transparency Disclosure:
This compensation and benefits information is based on Lyten’s estimate as of the date of publication and may be modified in the future. We generally do not negotiate on salary once we have made an offer. The level of pay within the range will depend on a variety of job-related factors that may include location, relevant prior experience and/or education, or particular skills and expertise. New hires joining the company tend to be paid within the starting base pay range noted above, with opportunities to increase pay over time based on development of additional skills, competencies, and company-specific knowledge.
In addition to base pay this position is eligible for tier based bonus and equity, healthcare, dental, vision, corporate discounts, paid holidays, PTO and sick time, 401K, employee relocation plan (if applicable)
Export/ITAR Compliance Disclosure
Certain positions within Lyten, Inc. require compliance with export control laws and, as a result, all interviewed candidates will be screened pre-interview to determine their eligibility in light of export restrictions.
This position requires access to technology, software and other information that is subject to governmental access control restrictions, due to export controls. Employment in this position is conditioned on the continued availability of government authorization to authorize release of such items, to the extent required, including without limitation an export license, or other documentation required to establish authorization to receive access to such items. Company may delay commencement of employment, rescind an offer of employment, terminate employment, and/or may modify job responsibilities, compensation, benefits, and/or access to Company facilities and information systems, as Company deems appropriate, in order to ensure compliance with applicable government access control restrictions.
Lyten is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled.
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