Head of Cybersecurity, APM

Did you know KONE moves two billion people every day? As a global leader in the elevator and escalator industry, we employ over 60,000 driven professionals in more than 60 countries worldwide joined together by a shared purpose, to shape the future of cities.

Are you ready to be the regional lead in cybersecurity for one of the world's most innovative technology companies? KONE is seeking a Head of Cybersecurity for the Asia-Pacific, Middle East, and Africa (APM) region. As a Cybersecurity Area Leader, you will serve as the central cybersecurity lead for the KONE APM, while also contributing to global cybersecurity efforts. You will ensure that customer expectations are met, global cybersecurity strategies are effectively localized and executed, and a strong culture of cybersecurity resilience and awareness is championed across all business units in your area.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Be the Regional Cybersecurity Leader: You'll be the central figure driving cybersecurity strategy and execution across a diverse, multicultural region, directly influencing how millions experience safe, smart buildings every day.

• Global Vision, Local Impact: Translate KONE's global cybersecurity ambitions into real-world results, empowering teams, protecting customers, and shaping industry standards.

• Innovation at Scale: Work at the cutting edge where elevators and escalators meet AI, IoT, and cloud technology. Help secure the digital backbone of tomorrow's cities.

• Direct Customer Engagement: Regularly interact with key customers, showcasing KONE's cybersecurity posture and building trusted partnerships.

• Strategic Influence: Represent the region in KONE's Cybersecurity Extended Leadership Team, ensuring your insights shape global decisions.

What You'll Do

• Drive regional cybersecurity execution, balancing global strategy with local business needs and regulatory requirements.

• Lead the implementation of awareness and competence programmes, building a proactive security culture from management to field technicians.

• Collaborate across business units, IT, product teams, and with external partners to mitigate risks and embed cybersecurity into every aspect of operations.

• Stay ahead of emerging threats, AI, IoT, cloud and ensure KONE's digital transformation is secure and resilient.

What You Bring

• Proven leadership in cybersecurity programmes, risk management, and regulatory compliance (ISO 27001, NIST CSF, IEC 62443, and regional standards).

• Strategic and operational mindset, with strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

• Experience in multicultural, multi-regional environments.

• Relevant degree and certifications (CISSP, CISM, GSLC, or equivalent preferred).

• Customer-facing experience is a plus.

Location: Singapore / Pune India/ Dubai

Kindly be advised that due to current employment restrictions, candidate must possess permanent residency or citizenship to work in Singapore, Dubai or Pune.

Report to: Global Head of Cybersecurity Governance, Risk and Resilience

Why join KONE's cybersecurity team?

KONE Technology and Innovation (KTI) is where the magic happens at KONE. It's where we combine the physical world – escalators and elevators – with smart and connected digital systems. We are changing and improving the way billions of people move within buildings every day. We are on a mission to shape the future of the industry with new technologies and sustainable innovations.

We're building on strong progress to take cybersecurity to the next level. As we aim to lead the industry in cybersecurity, our focus spans across products, services, enterprise IT, and supply chain protection. With KONE's ongoing digital transformation, our elevators are evolving from traditional mechanical systems into intelligent platforms at the heart of smart buildings. This shift brings exciting opportunities – and new responsibilities – for cybersecurity to enable innovation while safeguarding trust.

KONE has consistently been featured on Forbes list of World's Best Innovative Companies, World's Best Employers & World's Largest Public Companies.  At KONE, we believe in teamwork and a work culture where everyone can be who they are. This is exactly what makes us strong and successful.

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