Remote Cybersecurity Specialist — Data Protection and Compliance

🏢 ABOUT THE COMPANY

H-E-B, founded in 1905, is a privately-held retail chain with over 430 stores in Texas and Mexico. Our mission is to help our customers, partners, and associates achieve their goals and dreams through innovative practices, exceptional customer service, and a passion for excellence in everything we do. We are a great place to work, consistently ranked among the Top Places to Work in Texas by the Austin American-Statesman. We have a long history of innovation, from our early adoption of self-service checkouts to our current focus on digital transformation.

🎯 ROLE OVERVIEW

As a Remote Cybersecurity Specialist — Data Protection and Compliance, you will play a critical role in protecting H-E-B's sensitive customer and employee data from cyber threats. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement robust security controls, monitor our systems for suspicious activity, and respond to security incidents. You will report to the Director of Cybersecurity and will be responsible for ensuring H-E-B's data protection and compliance initiatives align with industry best practices and regulatory requirements. Your work will have a significant impact on our ability to build trust with our customers and maintain a competitive edge in the market.

📋 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

- Develop and maintain H-E-B's data protection and compliance program, including policies, procedures, and training materials

- Collaborate with IT, business partners, and external vendors to identify and mitigate cyber risks

- Conduct regular security audits and risk assessments to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements

- Respond to security incidents, including data breaches and phishing attacks, in a timely and effective manner

- Stay up-to-date with emerging security threats and develop strategies to mitigate their impact

- Develop and implement data protection and compliance training programs for H-E-B employees

- Collaborate with the IT team to develop and implement security controls, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption

- Maintain accurate and detailed records of all security incidents, including root cause analysis and recommendations for improvement

- Conduct regular reviews of H-E-B's security controls to identify areas for improvement and implement changes as needed

- Collaborate with external auditors to ensure H-E-B's security controls meet regulatory requirements

✅ REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, or related field

- Minimum 5 years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on data protection and compliance

- CISSP, CISM, or CISA certification is highly desirable

- Strong knowledge of data protection regulations, including GDPR and CCPA

- Experience with security information and event management (SIEM) systems

- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex security threats and develop effective mitigation strategies

⭐ PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Master's degree in Cybersecurity or related field

- Experience with cloud security platforms, including AWS and Azure

- Knowledge of containerization and orchestration platforms, including Docker and Kubernetes

- Experience with DevOps practices and tools, including Jenkins and Git

💰 WHAT WE OFFER

We offer a highly competitive salary range of £50,000 - £80,000, plus a comprehensive benefits package, including private health insurance and a pension plan. You will also receive 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays, and a £1,000 annual training budget. As a remote worker, you will have the flexibility to work from anywhere, with a laptop and other equipment provided by H-E-B. Our team culture is collaborative and supportive, with a focus on continuous learning and professional development. We are committed to helping our employees grow and succeed in their careers.

👥 ABOUT THE TEAM

Our cybersecurity team is a dynamic and talented group of professionals who are passionate about protecting H-E-B's data and systems from cyber threats. We are a small but growing team, with a focus on collaboration and continuous learning. We work closely with cross-functional teams, including IT and business partners, to identify and mitigate cyber risks. Our team culture is supportive and inclusive, with a focus on building trust and respect among team members.

📨 HOW TO APPLY

To apply for this role, please submit your resume and a cover letter explaining why you are a strong fit for this position. We look forward to hearing from you!

📋 Job Details

Job Type	🌐 Remote
Location	Remote, GB
Address	123 Main Street, BN1 1AA
Salary	GBP 50,000 – 80,000 / year
Industry	General
Company	H-E-B
Valid Until	2026-09-13

📨 How to Apply

Submit your updated CV and a brief cover letter to H-E-B. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 2 weeks of applying.