Owns and operates natural gas distribution and transmission systems across six U.S. states.
Lead and oversee enterprise information security program including AI, risk, compliance.
6 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Fort Smith, AR
Hybrid
Company Size
3,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Engineering
Project Management
Design
Technical Services
General Contractor
Utilities Infrastructure
Pipeline Construction
Sector Specialisms
Natural Gas Distribution
Natural Gas Transmission
Energy
Residential Energy Services
Commercial Energy Services
Infrastructure
Utilities
Renewable Natural Gas
Role
Description
bcp/dr
risk assessment
policy development
secure design
threat management
risk reporting
Oversee the IT Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery (BCP/DR) programs, including Business Impact Analysis (BIA) and scenario-based recovery exercises.
Provide executive-level reporting on risk posture, incidents, and metrics that connect security outcomes to business and financial value.
Ensure strong alignment between security strategy, business goals, and regulatory requirements, particularly in the context of emerging AI use cases, machine learning models, and data governance.
Maintain strict adherence to financial controls — including vendor spend, contract review, and security-related procurement — demonstrating accountability for budget stewardship and cost transparency.
Stay ahead of evolving threats, particularly those involving AI misuse, data poisoning, and adversarial attacks, and integrate defenses into enterprise security posture.
Partner with data, application, and operations leaders to ensure secure design, access control, and model integrity across AI and analytics systems.
Develop and enforce comprehensive policies, standards, and procedures aligned with frameworks such as NIST CSF 2.0, C2M2, and ISO 27001.
Lead and mentor a high-performing information security team, fostering a culture of ethics, service, and continuous learning.
Serve as the executive liaison for internal and external audits, compliance reviews, and regulatory reporting related to cybersecurity.
Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of Summit’s enterprise information security program — covering cybersecurity, AI and data protection, risk management, and incident response.
Direct risk assessments and audits to identify vulnerabilities, ensuring mitigation strategies are financially sound and proportionate to organizational risk appetite.
Requirements
cloud security
ai security
cissp
10+ years
leadership
nist
Demonstrated track record of fostering a culture of trust, compliance, and ethical leadership .
Demonstrated experience managing security for cloud and hybrid environments, and integrating controls for AI, analytics, and data platforms.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in information security, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
Strong knowledge of AI and data security principles, including model governance, data ethics, and emerging threats tied to generative AI.
10+ years of experience in information security, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership or management capacity.
Proven record of financial accountability, including budget ownership, cost optimization, and vendor governance.
Uncompromising integrity and sound judgment in handling confidential and financial information.
Exceptional leadership and communication skills — able to translate complex security concepts into clear, actionable guidance for executives and teams.
Deep expertise in cybersecurity, risk management, and incident response, including threat intelligence, vulnerability management, and data protection.
Ability to lead under pressure with discipline, humility, and transparency.
Strong grasp of financial concepts related to technology management: budgeting, forecasting, cost-benefit analysis, and vendor contract negotiation.
Experience implementing and auditing against leading security frameworks (NIST CSF, C2M2, ISO 27001, SOC 2) and regulatory standards (GDPR, HIPAA, PCI, etc.).
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
23,400 Miles
Pipeline Network
The company operates an extensive pipeline system that supports its customer base.
625K Customers
Served Households
Provides natural gas services to both residential and commercial clients.
>$500M Revenue
Annual Income Range
The company is financially supported by a major infrastructure investment fund.
Nine Awards
Safety Honors
Nine consecutive safety awards from the American Gas Association.
Owns and operates subsidiaries across Arkansas, Colorado, Maine, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Texas.
Typically builds and installs gas distribution systems to support local economic growth.
Financially backed by a major infrastructure investment fund.
Recent expansions include strategic acquisitions and opening a new office.
Recognized with emergency response honors for tornado and wildfire efforts.
Culture + Values
Safety is our top priority. We are committed to providing a safe work environment for all employees, customers, and communities.
Integrity is the foundation of everything we do. We hold ourselves accountable to the highest standards of ethics and transparency.
We are dedicated to customer satisfaction. We seek to understand and exceed customer expectations in all aspects of our work.
Innovation drives our success. We embrace change and continuously seek new ways to improve and evolve.
We are a team-oriented company. We value collaboration, respect, and support for each other to achieve our common goals.
Environment + Sustainability
2050 Net Zero
Carbon Neutrality Goal
Aim to achieve zero carbon emissions by this year.
Actively investing in renewable energy sources and transitioning to low-carbon solutions to reduce environmental impact.
Focusing on energy efficiency in operations to reduce emissions and conserve natural resources.
Aligning sustainability efforts with regional and national energy goals to support a cleaner, greener future.
Inclusion & Diversity
a workplace where employees from all backgrounds can thrive.
working to increase representation across all levels, especially focusing on leadership roles for women and minorities.
tracks and reports on gender representation, aiming to achieve gender balance within the workforce and leadership teams.
creating a culture of respect, collaboration, and belonging through inclusive policies and practices.