Director of Security Advocacy, EMEA in Brussels-Capital Region, Belgium

Director of Security Advocacy, EMEA General Information Req # WD00076770 Career area: Information Technology Country/Region: Belgium State: Brussels-Capital Region City: Diegem Date: Wednesday, January 8, 2025 Working time: Full-time Additional Locations :  * Belgium Why Work at Lenovo We are Lenovo. We do what we say. We own what we do. We WOW our customers.  Lenovo is a US$57 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #248 in the Fortune Global 500, and serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. Focused on a bold vision to deliver Smarter Technology for All, Lenovo has built on its success as the world’s largest PC company with a full-stack portfolio of AI-enabled, AI-ready, and AI-optimized devices (PCs, workstations, smartphones, tablets), infrastructure (server, storage, edge, high performance computing and software defined infrastructure), software, solutions, and services. Lenovo’s continued investment in world-changing innovation is building a more equitable, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. Lenovo is listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange under Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY).  This transformation together with Lenovo’s world-changing innovation is building a more inclusive, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. To find out more visit www.lenovo.com , and read about the latest news via our StoryHub . Description and Requirements Job Responsibilities:  This position will be pivotal in supporting global sales, channel partners, and other key corporate stakeholders through the Lenovo Chief Security Office/Chief AI Office global advocacy program for the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region. The position will also develop, review, and maintain comprehensive security collateral and create tailored training and education programs to empower Lenovo EMEA teams to advocate Lenovo’s robust security posture with confidence. Acting as the lead security subject matter expert, this position will provide direct support to sales efforts, promoting Lenovo’s security operations and offerings. A critical component of the role is fostering trust by ensuring the advocacy team is aligned with broader security initiatives, including collaboration with external communications, government relations, and legal teams. The Director will play a key role in building trust internally and externally, ensuring that Lenovo’s security message is transparent, consistent, and reinforces confidence among stakeholders. As an integral member of the security organization, the incumbent will also contribute to cross-functional security efforts, helping to drive the company’s vision, fulfill its mission, and serve as a trusted ambassador of Lenovo’s security culture. Essential functions and duties include: Lead and manage the global security advocacy engagement process for the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region Drive Lenovo’s global security-first culture initiative through a comprehensive “measure, involve, engage” framework, focusing on risk-based and behavior-driven objectives Design and implement tailored security education and training programs for diverse audiences, including sales and non-sales employees, executives, and senior leadership Collaborate with Lenovo’s Communications and Marketing teams to create, review, and maintain high-quality security collateral for both internal and external use, ensuring alignment with Lenovo’s global security strategy and messaging Job Requirements – Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Competencies (KSAC’s): Exceptional communication skills with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical audiences across all organizational levels Proven ability to manage and swiftly adapt to complex and evolving requirements within Lenovo’s security enterprise landscape Creative thinker with a strong entrepreneurial mindset, capable of driving innovative solutions Demonstrated proficiency in using Microsoft SharePoint or similar platforms to develop, organize, and share information effectively Outstanding written, verbal, and presentation skills, with a focus on clear stakeholder communication and engagement Strong aptitude for quickly establishing credibility and building trust with internal and external stakeholders Expertise in navigating and influencing within highly-collaborative, complex, and matrixed organizational structures Ability to assertively manage ambiguity while maintaining a tactful approach to decision-making Proven capability to handle a demanding workload in a dynamic, fast-paced environment   Job Requirements – Prior work experience 15+ years comprehensive experience in Product Security, Supply Chain Risk Management, Cybersecurity/Information Security, and/or Physical Security Demonstrable experience in various security domains including risk management, compliance, security strategy, security engineering, and/or operations Extensive experience interacting with and successfully developing and managing relationships with internal and external customers (entry level to senior executives) Experience managing and navigating CRM tools (such as Salesforce or Microsoft Dynamics) and sales enablement platforms (such as SAVO or Highspot) Experience as a national/federal government security executive/manager or security consulting with a large-size consulting firm/practice is a plus   Educational Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree required. Strong preference for degrees in computer science, information technology, or cybersecurity disciplines Master’s Degree in technology or security-related discipline strongly preferred (MBA satisfactory if held in conjunction with other requirements Security certifications (CISSP, CISA, CISM, GIAC, OSCP) a plus   Travel Requirements: This role will require travel (at least 30%) What we offer Lenovo and Motorola Products Discounts  Sickness and Long Term Disability Plan  Service Anniversary Awards  Meal Vouchers  Lenovo International Meditation sessions  Reimbursement of public transport   Employee Referral Bonus  Employee Assistance Program, e.g., for health, legal & financial consultancy  Internal E-learning Development Platform Available for Employees We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any federal, state, or local protected class. 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