Information Technology Mgr

Career Area:

Technology, Digital and Data

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other.  We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Cybersecurity Manager – Identity Governance & Administration

The Cybersecurity Manager – Identity Governance & Administration (IGA) leads a team of subject matter experts and engineers who deliver secure, scalable, and compliant identity governance capabilities across Caterpillar. This role is accountable for people leadership, product delivery, and modernization of the enterprise IGA platform. This role requires a proven technology leader who can deliver complex, global IGA and related IAM capabilities aligned to enterprise security strategy, while building talent in an Agile environment.

What You Will Do:

• Lead delivery and operations of enterprise IGA capabilities (e.g., access certifications, policy enforcement, role lifecycle management, and compliance reporting).

• Drive product-centric, outcome-based execution for IGA services, projects, and platform modernization.

• Ensure alignment with IT security policies, SOX controls, and regulatory requirements, partner with audit and support remediation plans.

• Maintain operational stability and service performance; manage threats, vulnerabilities, and continuous improvement for owned products and services.

• Balance Agile delivery speed with cybersecurity risk management and governance requirements.

• Develop and maintain IAM/IGA security roadmap; function as a change agent for programs impacting the enterprise.

• Lead, coach, and develop a multidisciplinary team; enable effective Agile-aligned ways of working.

• Partner with IAM, architecture, infrastructure, and security teams to deliver integrated, compliant solutions.

• Develop business cases, manage capital, and expense budgets for IGA operations and programs.

• Maintain industry relationships to stay current on IAM/IGA practices and technologies.

What You Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field, or equivalent experience.

• 5+ years of people leadership experience managing technical and/or cybersecurity teams.

• Experience delivering or supporting Identity Governance & Administration (IGA) capabilities.

• Working knowledge of Agile delivery models (Scrum, Kanban, DevOps).

• Effective communication, writing, and presentation skills for technical and non-technical audiences.

• Customer-focused mindset with the ability to balance user experience, cybersecurity risk, and governance requirements.

• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and execute multiple initiatives in a demanding environment.

Top Candidates Will Have:

• Considerable experience in information security, including IAM/IGA.

• Direct experience with an enterprise IGA platform and related governance processes (e.g., access reviews/certifications and compliance reporting).

• Strong business acumen; ability to translate cybersecurity outcomes into enterprise value.

• Experience operating in product-centric models and/or leading teams through Agile transformation.

• Demonstrated success developing talent and preparing team members for expanded roles.

• Security certification (e.g., CISSP, CISA, CISM) preferred.

Additional Info:

• The location for this role is Dallas TX, Nashville, TN or Peoria, IL.

• Relocation assistance is available.

• This role requires 5 days onsite.

• Sponsorship is NOT available.

Skills Descriptors:

• Budgeting: Knowledge of organization's budget process; ability to apply policies and practices for planning and administering a budget.

• Planning: Tactical, Strategic: Knowledge of effective planning techniques and ability to contribute to operational (short term), tactical (1-2 years) and strategic (3-5 years) planning in support of the overall business plan.

• Risk Management: Knowledge of processes, tools, and techniques for assessing and controlling an organization's exposure to risks of various kinds; ability to apply knowledge of risk management appropriately to diverse situations.

• Talent Management: Knowledge of the critical competencies required to achieve intended results; ability to generate consistent approaches for hiring, selection, retaining and leveraging talent across the organization.

• Team Management: Knowledge of effective team building techniques; ability to form and manage effective teams.

• Information Technology (IT) Security Policies: Knowledge of IT security policies, standards, and procedures; ability to utilize a variety of administrative skill sets and technical knowledge to ensure cyber security compliance.

• Cyber Security: Knowledge of network attacks and the defenses used; ability to defend and prevent electronic threats, theft, and attacks.

What You Will Get:

At Caterpillar, our goal is to provide a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to our customers' success in building a better world. Beyond hourly wages, we offer a total rewards package with benefits starting on day one (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) and potential annual bonuses. Additional benefits include paid vacation and holidays (prorated based on hire date).

About Caterpillar -

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

Summary Pay Range:

$147,760.00 - $221,640.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar. 

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits*

• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*

• 401(k) savings plans*

• Health Savings Account (HSA)*

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*

• Health Lifestyle Programs*

• Employee Assistance Program*

• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*

• Career Development*

• Incentive bonus*

• Disability benefits

• Life Insurance

• Parental leave

• Adoption benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement

       

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Posting Dates:

April 8, 2026 - April 15, 2026

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.     

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.  Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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