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Fusion Center Leader Corporate Security

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IBM

Poughkeepsie, NY (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 5 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/30/2026

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Job Description

  • Introduction
  • The Fusion Center Leader is responsible for the leadership, performance, and continuous evolution of IBM's Corporate Security Fusion Center.
This role integrates security operations monitoring, tactical intelligence, incident response, crisis coordination, and executive engagement into a unified operating model. Operating in a 24/7 environment, this position ensures threats are proactively identified, analyzed, and managed.

In addition to SOC responsibilities, the position provides secondary, on‑site support for physical security operations at the assigned location, helping maintain asset protection, emergency readiness, and compliance with corporate standards.
  • Your role and responsibilities
  • Key ResponsibilitiesFusion Center Operations & Monitoring
  • Lead 24/7 Fusion Center operations
  • Direct monitoring, detection, triage, and escalation of events through Genetec, AMAG, Everbridge and other analytic tools
  • Optimize alerting and reduce false positivesIncident Management & Crisis Response
  • Serve as escalation leader for major incidents
  • Coordinate real-time response across stakeholders
  • Lead crisis response, exercises, and after-action reviewsIntelligence Integration & Threat Analysis
  • Integrate multiple data sources, interfacing with intelligence and security professionals
  • Monitor emerging threats and conduct gap assessmentsTechnology, Systems & Innovation
  • Oversee monitoring platforms and security technologies
  • Manage vendor relationships and system performance
  • Drive technology improvements and innovationProgram Governance & Performance Management
  • Develop KPIs, dashboards, and performance metrics for reporting and analysis
  • Ensure audit readiness and governance compliance
  • Drive continuous improvement initiativesStakeholder Engagement & Executive Interface
  • Engage cross-functional stakeholders and leadership
  • Deliver executive briefings and operational reports
  • Support client visits and presentationsVendor, Partner & External Coordination
  • Manage vendor relationships regarding service delivery, contract execution
  • Coordinate with law enforcement and external partnersPeople Leadership & Operational Culture
  • Lead multi-disciplinary team of IBM and vendor resources
  • Oversee training, recruitment, and readiness programs
  • Foster accountability and collaboration
  • Required technical and professional expertise
  • Required Qualifications & Experience
  • 7-10+ years in Fusion Center, Security Operations Center, or security operations.
  • 3-5+ years in leadership of 24/7 operations.
Technical & Functional Expertise
  • Incident management and crisis response frameworks.
  • Intelligence lifecycle and threat analysis.
  • Security systems and SOC platforms.
  • Data analytics, dashboards, and visualization tools.
Education & Certifications
  • Bachelor's degree in relevant field.
  • CPP, PSP, CISSP, or Security+ preferred.
IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.