Director of IT, Information Security and Compliance at MICROVAST INC – Stafford, Texas

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but energetically shaping it? Join The Microvast Team (NASDAQ: MVST), a technology innovator that designs, develops, and manufactures lithium-ion battery solutions. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Stafford, TX, Microvast is renowned for its cutting-edge cell technology and its vertical integration capabilities, which extend from core battery chemistry (cathode, anode, electrolyte, and separator) to battery packs. By integrating the process from raw material to system assembly, Microvast has developed a family of products covering a broad breadth of market applications. More information can be found on the corporate website: www.microvast.com

If you’re ready to be part of a company that’s not just adapting to change, but driving it, Microvast is the place for you. Apply now and electrify your career with a true leader in the global energy transformation.

Position Summary

The Director of IT, Information Security and Compliance will own the end to end design, security, and governance of Microvast's global IT environment. This individual will ensure systems are secure, implement NIST-based controls, and ensure organization meets cybersecurity requirements.

Responsibilities

• Global IT Operations Leadership: Oversee the day-to-day management of IT operations across a multinational enterprise, ensuring stability, scalability, and reliability of core systems, infrastructure, and end-user services.
• SAP Ownership: Lead SAP and S/4HANA system operations, integrations, and user support, ensuring system availability, security, and alignment with business processes across manufacturing, distribution, and finance.
• SOX & Audit Readiness: Own IT SOX controls, manage remediation of deficiencies and material weaknesses, and serve as the key liaison with internal and external auditors.
• Risk & Controls Management: Design, implement, and monitor IT and application controls to safeguard financial reporting, business data, and technology infrastructure.
• Infrastructure & Cloud Oversight: Manage global infrastructure (networks, servers, endpoints, cloud, M365/Azure) to ensure business continuity, data integrity, and cybersecurity resilience.
• Incident Response & Continuity: Develop and maintain disaster recovery and business continuity strategies to support uninterrupted global operations.
• Vendor & Resource Management: Manage IT budgets, vendor contracts, and service providers, ensuring optimal value, performance, and compliance.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Finance, Operations, Compliance, and other business leaders to align IT services with organizational priorities and regulatory obligations.
• Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop a global IT team, fostering a culture of operational discipline, compliance awareness, and customer-centric service.
• Travel: Support global sites with occasional international and domestic travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field; advanced degree (MBA/MSc) preferred.
• 15+ years of IT management experience in a multinational/publicly traded company, including 5+ years leading global IT operations.
• 7+ years of SAP (S/4HANA) expertise, with experience supporting Finance and Operations.
• Proven track record of IT SOX compliance ownership, working directly with auditors, remediating deficiencies, and maintaining effective internal controls.
• Deep understanding of cybersecurity frameworks and risk management, with experience implementing and monitoring IT controls.
• Strong background in enterprise IT infrastructure (cloud, networks, servers, endpoint management, helpdesk operations).
• Demonstrated ability to manage large-scale IT budgets, vendor negotiations, and enterprise technology contracts.
• Professional certifications strongly preferred: CISA, CISSP, CPA, or equivalent.
• Excellent communication skills, with ability to present technical and compliance issues clearly to executives and auditors.
• English fluency required; Mandarin language skills preferred.
• Ability to support non-standard business hours for a global company.

Behavioral & Leadership Skills

• Our business is “dynamic,” meaning our market and we can change quickly. You’ll need to be comfortable in a startup environment. Think independent, motivated, self-starter.
• Results-driven with a strong ability to execute while balancing strategy and operations.
• Trusted leader with integrity, humility, and a compliance-first mindset.
• Skilled in cross-functional collaboration with Finance, Audit, Legal, and Operations.
• Executive presence with the ability to influence senior leadership and external stakeholders.
• Resilient and adaptable, with proven success in fast-paced, global environments.

Expected Compensation

Annual salary + benefits

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.