Hybrid Director, IT Cybersecurity

Posted 2 months ago

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About the role

  • Director of Cybersecurity safeguarding global IT infrastructure at KBI. Leading cybersecurity strategy and managing global IT security teams to protect and mitigate risks.

Responsibilities

  • Develop & lead comprehensive cybersecurity strategy aligned with business & compliance objectives including protection of digital assets, customer data, batch records & manufacturing IT/OT systems
  • Serve as primary advisor to senior leadership on digital risk, incident response, and regulatory obligations
  • Oversee risk management processes, conduct regular system vulnerability assessments & ensure BC/DR
  • Ensure all CDMO workflows are protected including technology & data interfaces through coordinated governance and secure vendor management
  • Develop, implement, and maintain a strategic cybersecurity roadmap that addresses current and future threat landscapes.
  • Oversee the deployment and management of security tools, ensuring optimal configuration for detection, monitoring, and response to threats.
  • Establish and enforce security policies and procedures that protect the organization from potential threats without impeding business operations.
  • Collaborate with other IT and business leaders to ensure a holistic, integrated approach to security throughout the organization.
  • Lead incident response efforts, ensuring timely detection, mitigation, and recovery from security events.
  • Regularly review and assess security infrastructure, making recommendations for enhancements or changes.
  • Manage the financial aspects of the IT security function, including budgeting, forecasting, and strategic investments.
  • Lead cybersecurity training & awareness programs and promote a culture of security awareness throughout the organization, ensuring that staff is educated on the importance of cybersecurity and their role in maintaining it.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 10 years in IT security roles, with at least 5 years in a leadership capacity.
  • Proven experience in managing and leading global IT security teams.
  • Deep understanding of current cybersecurity threats, technologies, and best practices.
  • Familiarity with both on-prem and cloud-based security architectures and solutions.
  • Proven track record of implementing security tools, policies, and processes to effectively mitigate risks.
  • Strong experience in incident response planning and execution.
  • Ideal candidate will have detailed experience working within a CDMO, Pharmaceutical or Biopharma, or relevant manufacturing industry.

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Flexible working hours
  • Paid time off
  • Remote work options

Job title

Director, IT Cybersecurity

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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