Sr Cybersecurity Incident Response Manager - Killeen, TX

McLane Company is a premier leader in the distribution industry with a remarkable history dating back to 1894. For over 130 years, McLane has developed an expansive nationwide network of diverse and dedicated team members who work seamlessly to support operations across the restaurant, retail, and e-commerce industries. This longstanding legacy of service and innovation has allowed McLane to stay agile and responsive to the dynamic needs of America’s most beloved brands. Known for its people-centered culture and emphasis on continuous learning and growth, McLane empowers its employees to develop professional skills, build lasting connections, and contribute meaningfully to the company’s success. McLane leaders embody accountability and forward-thinking by inspiring high performance and prioritizing clear communication and collaboration. The company also embraces cutting-edge technology and ongoing team member training as part of its strategic vision for the future, ensuring it remains at the forefront of the distribution sector. The Senior Cybersecurity Incident Response Manager role at McLane is a critical leadership position focused on protecting the organization from cyber threats and ensuring operational resilience through expert incident response capabilities. This hybrid position requires the candidate to work from McLane’s Temple, TX office three days per week, ideally situated within a 50-minute commuting radius. The successful candidate will oversee a specialized team of cybersecurity professionals responsible for delivering vital services such as Threat Intelligence, Threat Detection, Threat Response, Digital Forensics, and Data Loss Prevention (DLP). By leveraging advanced technologies including artificial intelligence and machine learning, this leader will drive innovation within the cybersecurity operations and enhance the organization’s ability to detect, respond to, and recover from cyber incidents effectively. Key responsibilities include managing the end-to-end lifecycle of threat response—from triage to containment and remediation—and collaborating closely with the Security Operations Center (SOC), IT, and various business units to coordinate timely and effective incident handling. The role also involves overseeing forensic investigations and maintaining forensic readiness to support legal and compliance requirements. Enhancing the DLP program to prevent unauthorized data movement and defining robust data protection policies in partnership with compliance teams are crucial elements of this position. This role demands strong leadership skills to build and guide a high-performance team, develop operational playbooks and training programs, and align cybersecurity strategies with broader organizational priorities alongside other senior cybersecurity leaders. McLane offers a competitive benefits package that promotes well-being and work-life balance, including medical, dental, and vision insurance effective from day one, a company-paid life insurance policy, and paid time off starting immediately. Employees also have access to a 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan after 90 days, pet insurance, parental leave, employee assistance programs, tuition reimbursement, and various discount programs. This comprehensive benefits approach reflects McLane’s commitment to supporting the personal and professional lives of its workforce.

• Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, information technology, or a related field
• ten or more years of progressive experience in information technology
• eight or more years of experience in cybersecurity incident response, vulnerability management and/or offensive security
• experience with SIEM, EDR, SOAR, CSPM, and DLP technologies
• relevant certifications preferred (e.g., CISSP, CISM, GIAC, OSCP, CRISC)
• strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• ability to work independently and collaboratively
• ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly
• proficiency in English to understand and comply with workplace safety and operational standards
• ability to commute to Temple, TX office three days a week