Ascend Performance Materials
The Sr. IT Security Specialist serves as a senior technical authority and key operational lead within the IT Security Team, bridging tactical security operations, advanced incident handling, and cross-functional security guidance. This hands-on role involves leading high-complexity security event investigations, driving root-cause elimination, and guiding junior and mid-level team members to maintain resilient systems and strengthen the enterprise's security posture. The position requires strong independent judgment, technical expertise in security monitoring and threat mitigation, and collaboration with Infrastructure, Network, OT, and Compliance teams.
Headquarters
Houston, Texas, United States
Company Size
1001-5000 employees
Founded
2009
Ascend Performance Materials is a global chemicals and materials company best known as the world’s largest fully integrated producer of PA66 (nylon 66). It manufactures engineering polymers, resins, fibers and related specialty products used across automotive, electrical, consumer, industrial and medical markets. Ascend emphasizes a vertically integrated manufacturing model to ensure consistent quality, reliable supply and scale, and it promotes innovation and sustainability across its product lines. The company supports customers worldwide with branded materials, technical services and supply-chain capabilities.
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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