Career Area:
Business Services
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.
Chief Cybersecurity Engineer
Caterpillar Inc seeks an experienced Chief Cybersecurity Engineer to shape and secure business solutions by embedding cybersecurity at their core. Tasks involve designing risk management plans, proposing architecture for security, and implementing security tools throughout the organization. The role also provides technical guidance for IT systems, factory technologies, and end-user solutions on a global scale.
Duties include creating risk management strategies, advising on secure architecture, implementing security tools, and offering technical support for IT systems, factory tech, and global end-user solutions. This role partners with infrastructure, development, and business teams to address IT risks and safeguard critical assets, collaborating closely with executive leadership to establish strong security frameworks and drive innovation that supports business objectives.
The Chief Cybersecurity Engineer at Caterpillar is responsible for identifying technology and cybersecurity solutions to manage risk and support business partners in developing resilient systems. This role involves evaluating technology options and making recommendations for the enterprise cybersecurity program. The engineer provides solution engineering expertise to business partners and directs global security programs within various portfolios and projects.
Responsibilities include:
Demonstrate expert technical knowledge, effective communication, and collaboration skills, building partnerships across the enterprise.
Define and maintain secure architecture for enterprise services, addressing data protection, compliance, and operational resilience.
Exhibits advanced proficiency in software architecture, application development, and technical processes, with deep expertise in one or more disciplines such as public cloud, artificial intelligence, machine learning, or mobile technologies.
Experience in security engineering and designing solutions aligned with recognized standards (ISO27001, IEC 62443, NIST CSF, etc.).
Deep understanding of IT infrastructure domains (cloud, networking, identity, endpoint, etc.) and how they are impacted by cyber threats.
Advanced level of knowledge with the maintenance and deployment of workloads on Cloud Infrastructure (AWS, GCP, Azure, etc.)
Deep understanding of NIST frameworks, cloud security best practices, and regulatory compliance requirements (e.g., PCI, DSS, GDPR, SOX).
Strong knowledge of modern technology stacks, including cloud platforms (AWS, Azure,GCP), APIs, and microservices.
Top Candidates Will Have:
Education / Experience: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Computer Science, Information Security, Engineering, or related field.
The primary location for this position is E. Peoria, IL, Dallas, TX or Nashville, TN.
Here you earn more than just a salary because we value your performance. We offer a total rewards package that provides benefits on day one (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of an annual bonus. Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays.
All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.
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.
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Summary Pay Range:
$156,000.00 - $234,000.00
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
This position requires working onsite five days a week.Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.
Posting Dates:
September 19, 2025 - September 29, 2025
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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