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At a Glance:

The VP, Global Information Security will make an impact by providing strategic leadership to ensure H&P meets its strategic objectives safely and securely. This role oversees the maturation of the cybersecurity program globally, including IT and OT environments and plays a crucial role in upholding H&P's core values of safety and continuous improvement, with a commitment to eliminating exposures and achieving incident-free operations, a commitment we take seriously at H&P. As H&P endeavors to meets it’s objectives to grow globally and continue a leadership position of bringing innovative technologies to the industry, this role is key in ensuring we do so safely.

This position calls for a visionary leader with strong business acumen and extensive knowledge of cybersecurity technologies across corporate and operational contexts. The Global Head of Information Security is responsible for establishing and maintaining a robust and relevant cybersecurity program, ensuring that information assets, technology, applications, systems, infrastructure, and processes are adequately protected in the digital ecosystem.

A key element of this role is working with executive management and risk owners to determine acceptable levels of risk for the organization. You will proactively work with business units, operations teams, software teams, and ecosystem partners to implement practices that meet agreed-on policies and standards for cybersecurity. The Global Head of Information Security should understand and articulate the impact of cybersecurity on the business, and be able to communicate this to the board of directors and other senior stakeholders.

The incumbent must be knowledgeable about both internal and external (third party) business partner environments, ensuring that information systems are maintained in a fully functional and secure mode and are compliant with legal, regulatory and contractual obligations. They serve as the process owner for second-line assurance activities, focusing on confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information. Their expertise extends to supporting the organization's safety, privacy, reliability, and resilience requirements, recognizing the importance of securing information assets both within and beyond the organization's perimeter.

The ideal candidate is a thought leader who bridges business and technology, integrating people, processes, and technology. While leading the cybersecurity program, they must coordinate various drivers, constraints, and personalities, maintaining objectivity and a clear understanding that cybersecurity is fundamental to achieving the organization’s business goals and objectives.

Location: Tulsa, OK

Work Type: Hybrid

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What you will do: 

• Demonstrate Company Values: Embody H&P's core values: Actively C.A.R.E., Service Attitude, Innovative Spirit, Teamwork, and Do the Right Thing.

• Cybersecurity Leadership - Lead the cybersecurity function to deliver high-quality information security that aligns with organizational priorities and business goals. Develop and execute a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy and operating model in consultation with stakeholders, ensuring alignment with risk management and compliance. Create a clear cybersecurity vision and secure senior stakeholder support. Oversee the cybersecurity budget, manage an effective team including direct and dotted-line reports, and