Divergent is a technology company that has architected, invented, built, and commercialized an end-to-end factory system called the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS™) that comprehensively uses machine learning to optimally engineer, additively manufacture, and flexibly assemble complex integrated vehicle structures and subsystems. Products created using DAPS are superior in performance, lower in cost, rapidly customizable to meet mission and customer-specific requirements, faster to market, and scalable on demand to high volume production. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs, and Divergent is now expanding to support mission critical needs in the Aerospace and Defense sector. Join us to be a part of this transformative journey, where your impact will shape the future of technology and production.

Purpose

Ensure Compliance & Information Security for Divergent.

The Role

Be a primary, cross-departmental point of contact for information technology security needs.
Plan, execute & maintain security compliance standards such as NIST 800-171 and CMMC 2.0. Thoroughly document to a standard that exceeds relevant requirements and is easily identifiable by interested parties.
Handle security incidents in a timely manner.
Identify security gaps, make action plans, and close.
Scope, implement, monitor, and maintain security solutions as required by leadership and as necessary to maintain a secure environment.
Write policy, procedure, and security standards for information technology systems.
Track changes and stay up to date for industry accepted security practices and adjust posture through action and recommendations as relevant.
Thoroughly test and validate deployed solutions for functional requirements. Ensure standards are maintained and compliance is kept through industry accepted practices such as audits.
Be a frontline advocate for Information Security Operational Excellence.
Manage the security team effectively.
Work cross-functionally with other teams in a manner that represents your team well.
Operate in a manner demonstrating a high level of integrity, ethics, and discretion when handling sensitive and confidential information.

Basic Qualifications

Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls.
BA/BS in Technology or STEM field OR equivalent relevant and proven experience combined with certifications.
5+ years working in information technology security.
Demonstrated ability to execute industry accepted security practices.
Demonstrated Project Management Skills requiring minimal supervision.
Demonstrated ability to manage a team.
Ability to favorably complete a U.S. Government background check.
Security+, CISSP or other DoD Approved 8570 Baseline Certification in the Information Assurance Management (IAM) Level III category, or ability and willingness to rapidly complete said certifications.

Preferred Qualifications

Active or former Government clearance.
Proven track record of mentoring and managing other information technology personnel.
Specialized Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Information Security.
Proven track record of maintaining vendor relationships.

Work Environment

Hybrid as appropriate at our Torrance, CA headquarters.

Pay Range: $173,070 USD - $238,005 USD

What We Offer:

Holistic Compensation Package: Enjoy a world-class compensation package that includes a competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunities, ensuring you're truly valued for your contributions.
Wellness and Time Off: Embrace a healthy lifestyle with paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays, including a year-end shutdown to recharge. We support growing families with paid parental leave, recognizing the importance of bonding time.
Comprehensive Health and Wellness: Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits, offering both HMO and Premium PPO options. Additionally, benefit from company-sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.
Investment in Growth: We're committed to your professional development. Take advantage of reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives, empowering you to continuously expand your skill set and reach peak performance.
Collaborative and High-Performing Environment: Join our collaborative, dynamic, and high-performing team within a fast-paced, mission-driven company. Together, we're disrupting the traditional manufacturing industry, fostering innovation, and integrating people and technology to reduce our footprint.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Divergent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected characteristic. Divergent provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

EEO Poster

In order to adjust to changes in our business, it may become necessary to add, remove or modify certain duties and responsibilities, or to reassign you to another job position. From time to time you may be asked to work on special projects or to assist with other work. Your cooperation and assistance in performing such additional work is expected.

E-Verify: Right to Work

Our company participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a program that electronically confirms a candidate’s eligibility to work in the United States after completing the Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9). The information provided on the Form I-9 is compared to the records contained in the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) databases. This helps employers verify the identity and employment eligibility of newly hired employees.

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Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO)

Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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