Manager, Information Security

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and mature the organization's cybersecurity program, focusing on both technical security operations and governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) functions.
• Advise executives and internal stakeholders on strategies to optimize data, system, and process security.
• Design, implement, manage, and automate effective cybersecurity solutions to safeguard networks, systems, and applications.
• Monitor, investigate, and respond to security incidents, developing and managing incident response strategies and programs.
• Conduct detailed security assessments, risk analyses, and vulnerability management activities; recommend mitigation measures and process improvements.
• Review and update security and privacy policies, roadmaps, and procedures to align with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Stay updated on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices, proactively implementing preventative measures.
• Conduct security audits and assessments to ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards.
• Develop and deliver cybersecurity training programs to promote a security-conscious culture among employees.
• Oversee key security tools and operations, including cloud security, endpoint protection, and vulnerability management.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies, tools, and processes to enhance cybersecurity posture.
• Monitor, analyze, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify opportunities for improvement and operational efficiency.
• Build and lead a high-performing team, ensuring effective execution of security initiatives while fostering a collaborative environment.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or similar are highly preferred.
• The ideal candidate will have leadership experience managing security or technology teams.
• Extensive experience in network security, vulnerability management, incident response, and cloud security.
• Proven experience as an Incident Response Manager, overseeing the full lifecycle of incident management and response programs.
• Understanding of ITIL frameworks, with experience implementing and managing IT service management (ITSM) processes, including incident, problem, change, and configuration management.
• Skilled in designing security programs that balance security requirements with business priorities and outputs.
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence and engage with executives, peers, and cross-functional teams.
• High level of integrity and the ability to maintain confidentiality while handling sensitive security matters.
• Experience in security operations, with a focus on process improvement and the ability to independently execute and deliver in a timely manner.
• Preferred experience working in a CRO (Contract Research Organization) or BioPharma environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage up, lead cross-functional initiatives, and effectively navigate complex stakeholder relationships.

Desired Skills:

• Experience with usability-focused security controls, balancing security with operational needs.
• Knowledge of cloud security frameworks, endpoint protection platforms, and vulnerability management tools.
• Background in creating and monitoring KPIs to track security performance and progress.

Why Join Us?

This role offers a unique opportunity to lead and shape the security program of a dynamic organization. You'll work in a collaborative, innovative environment where your contributions will directly impact the security, efficiency, and success of the company. In addition, you'll have the chance to work with cutting-edge technologies and gain exposure to a fast-evolving cybersecurity landscape. The salary range for this role is $101,000- 150,000.

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*This position could be offered at different levels for candidates who qualify with a combination of advanced levels of education and/or years of experience. The salary range will adjust along with the level of the role to match the person's relevant experience and/or education level.

Inotiv is a growing contemporary drug discovery and development company where we "Play to Win" in an industry rich with opportunity. Together, we face challenges and together we win in the delivery of world-class drug discovery and development solutions that impact the health and well-being of people all over the world. There's an opportunity for everyone at all phases of a career, each individual's unique skill set has an impact on the work we conduct. If you have the talent and desire to impact the quality of people's lives, we have the career opportunities to make it happen. Join us in embracing research and science to impact the health and well-being of people all over the world.

Salary will be commensurate with experience and responsibilities. Benefits include health and dental coverage, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid parental leave, 401K, and more!

Inotiv is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide a fair and equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination and access to benefits and training.