4h ago

Director of Cybersecurity Operations and Threat Intelligence

Menlo Park, CA

~$200,000-$280,000 / yearest.

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full-timedirector HybridHealthcare (Biotech/MedTech)

🛠 Tech Stack

💼 About This Role

You'll lead the defensive security strategy for a healthcare company pioneering early cancer detection using NGS and data science. You'll own the Security Operations Center, Incident Response, and Cyber Threat Intelligence functions to detect and neutralize sophisticated cyber threats. This role offers flexible hybrid work in a mission-driven environment focused on clinical impact.

🎯 What You'll Do

  • Direct 24/7 SOC operations and lead high-severity incident response.
  • Build and mature Cyber Threat Intelligence program including threat hunting.
  • Oversee cloud security for AWS environment and containerized architectures.
  • Develop incident response plans prioritizing patient safety and clinical continuity.

📋 Requirements

  • 12+ years in Information Security with leadership in Biotech, Pharma, or Healthcare.
  • Deep operational experience with AWS security stacks and serverless/containerized architectures.
  • Experience securing mixed cloud and on-premise/IoT/Lab equipment environments.
  • CISSP or CISM certification required.

✨ Nice to Have

  • Experience leading cyber innovation initiatives across government and commercial sectors.
  • Skill at building cross-functional alignment and translating technical risks to business implications.
  • AWS Certified Security – Specialty, HCISPP, or GICSP certification.

🎁 Benefits & Perks

  • 🏖️ Flexible hybrid work (60% on-site minimum).
  • 💰 Executive bonus structure and competitive compensation.
  • 🌍 Global exposure with international stakeholders.
  • 🧬 Mission-driven work in early cancer detection.
  • 🏥 Comprehensive healthcare and benefits package.

🚩 Heads Up

  • Role combines Director-level strategic leadership with hands-on SOC and threat hunting expectations.
  • Vague 'flexible work arrangement' requiring 60% on-site with specific in-office days.
  • Broad range of responsibilities including Lab Ops defense, SaMD monitoring, and bio-espionage focus may indicate role creep.
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