Head of Marcom Security Sunnyvale,California,United States Marketing Marcom is the creatively-led global team that oversees Apple’s consumer facing marketing. We ensure the flawless development and execution of world-class communications across all medias and platforms. Every day, hundreds of millions of Apple customers around the world interact with our products. We drive the strategy and creative work that provide both new and existing customers with simple, engaging and inspiring marketing experiences. The Head of Marcom Security will lead and be responsible for fortifying security measures across all of Marcom. This role involves crafting comprehensive security policies, proactively managing risks, and effectively handling security escalations. This leadership role will safeguard our most innovative technologies by fostering strong cross-functional collaborations with various Apple teams, including New Product Security, InfoSec, Global Security, Software Engineering, Product Management, Internal Tools Governance, Production Security Design, AI Governance and IS&T to drive alignment and deploy consistent security strategies. **Description** The Head of Marcom Security will play a pivotal role in safeguarding Apple and Marcom’s intellectual property. This leadership role will oversee and manage all Marcom security operations, cultivating a culture of security awareness among employees, contractors, and suppliers. In this role you will demonstrate a deep technical expertise in security protocols, procedures, and emerging threats, enabling them to lead our team in protecting our innovation and maintaining our position as an industry leader. RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: Develop and Implement Security Policies: Write and implement comprehensive security and confidentiality policies. Incident Response: Respond to security incidents and escalations promptly. Risk Management: Proactively monitor, audit, and analyze risk to prevent IP exposure. Compliance Assurance: Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards. Reporting: Prepare and present regular security reports. Stay Informed: Stay up-to-date with the latest security trends and technologies. Information Protection: Ensure the utmost protection of sensitive and confidential information. Technology Security: Implement security guardrails in our tools and technologies. Employee Awareness Training: Create and deliver security training to employees, contractors, and suppliers, ensuring consistent messaging. Disclosures: Manage our disclosure policies, process and consistency. Alignment: Lead regular meeting with cross functional security teams such as NPS, InfoSec and Production Security Design. **Minimum Qualifications** + 7+ years in leadership, preferably in security operations or a related field. + 10+ years security operations experience. + Experience with information security technologies and tools such as firewalls, VPNs, encryptions, access control systems, single Sign-On and cloud security and hardening tools., ideally in a large-enterprise or government environments. **Key Qualifications** **Preferred Qualifications** + A track record of crafting comprehensive security policies, procedures, and protocols. + Proficiency in industry best practices, encryption, access control, and risk assessment. + The ability to identify potential risks and develop strategic solutions that align with business objectives. + Strategic visionary with exceptional leadership abilities—a proven track record of developing and implementing effective security strategies. + A proven track record of handling incidents effectively and minimizing business impact. + Experience working within a creative environment such as an ad-agency, production studio, film studio, broadcast or similar. + Highly desirable. Certifications in Certified Information System Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), or CompTIA Security+. + Highly desirable. Previous experience in a government secrecy or security role. **Education & Experience** **Additional Requirements** **Pay & Benefits** + At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $185,800 and $334,900, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation.Learn more (https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html) about Apple Benefits.Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program. + Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. 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