Sr. Director – Business Security, Risk & Compliance (src) Lead

Gilead Sciences

Foster City, California, United States
Base: $243,100.00 - $314,600.00; bonus/equity: eli...
3d onsite
10+ years it or business technology experience
4-5+ years cybersecurity leadership experience
Deep mastery of information security principles
The Sr. Director serves as the strategic security partner for Gilead's global business functions, driving digital and AI aligned security strategy

Job Summary

  • The Sr. Director serves as the strategic security partner for Gilead's global business functions, driving digital and AI aligned security strategy.
  • This role leads a global team of six security professionals responsible for developing and implementing information security, risk, and compliance capabilities.
  • Gilead offers a competitive salary range of $243,100.00 - $314,600.00 along with discretionary bonuses, stock incentives, and comprehensive benefits.

Matching Summary

The Sr. Director serves as the strategic security partner for Gilead's global business functions, driving digital and AI aligned security strategy.

Salary

Base: $243,100.00 - $314,600.00; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for discretionary annual bonus and stock-based long-term incentives; Benefits: Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years IT or business technology experience
  • 4-5+ years cybersecurity leadership experience
  • Deep mastery of information security principles
  • Experience with cloud technologies and AI security
  • Proven capability in threat modeling and forensics

Nice-to-have

  • Background in Pharma or Biotech preferred
  • Experience in high growth environments advantageous
  • Strong communication and negotiation skills
  • Ability to lead globally distributed teams
  • Inclusive collaborative team culture alignment

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in CS, IS, Business, or related field; advanced degree preferred
  • CISSP or equivalent industry certification strongly preferred
  • Experience in regulated environments including SOX and GxP compliant operations
  • Must be located in Foster City, CA for hybrid onsite work

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