Associate Director, Information Security-DLP

Alkermes; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 178,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Annual performance pay bonus

Job summary

A leading biopharmaceutical company is seeking an Associate Director of Information Security in Boston, MA. This role combines strategic leadership with technical execution, overseeing a team and managing crucial security programs. Ideal candidates should have over 8 years of experience in Information Security, proven expertise in DLP and DSPM, and relevant degrees. The role offers a competitive salary ranging from $178,000 to $195,000 alongside a comprehensive benefits package and the possibility of hybrid work.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in Information Security.
• At least 3 years in a security leadership or management role.
• Solid knowledge of data protection regulations (GDPR, CCPA).

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of security analysts and foster a culture of improvement.
• Oversee the TPRM program, ensuring vendor relationships meet security standards.
• Manage security incidents, including forensic investigations.

Skills

Data Loss Prevention (DLP)

Data Security Posture Management (DSPM)

Information Security Leadership

Vulnerability Management

Security Policies & Compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field

CISSP, CISM or equivalent certifications

Tools

SIEM platforms

DLP solutions (e.g., MS Purview, Proofpoint)

Job description

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Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated, hands‑on Information Security leader with strong, broad security expertise and proven experience in Data Loss Prevention (DLP) and Data Security Posture Management (DSPM). This senior technical role combines strategic leadership with technical execution to protect sensitive data across complex environments. The Associate Director will lead a small team of security professionals, oversee the Information Security Third‑Party Risk Management (TPRM) program, and report to the Director of Information Security.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of security analysts, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and professional growth.
• Lead the strategy, implementation, and continuous improvement of enterprise DLP and DSPM programs across on‑prem, cloud, and SaaS environments.
• Provide management oversight of the TPRM program, ensuring that all vendor and partner relationships meet security standards.
• Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and best practices aligned with regulatory and contractual requirements.
• Collaborate with IT, Legal, and Compliance teams to ensure risk mitigation and regulatory compliance.
• Respond to and manage security incidents, including forensic investigations and root cause analysis.
• Collaborate with architecture teams to conduct security architecture reviews for new applications, platforms, and infrastructure deployments, ensuring security is built‑in by design.
• Stay current on emerging threats, data protection technologies, and regulatory changes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in Information Security, with at least 3 years proven experience in a security leadership or management role.
• Proven track record in DLP program leadership and DLP solutions (e.g., MS Purview, Proofpoint).
• Proven hands‑on experience with Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) platforms in a hybrid environment.
• Strong general security knowledge across network, cloud, and application security.
• Strong general knowledge in Vulnerability Management, including scanning, prioritization, and remediation processes.
• Working knowledge of SIEM platforms for monitoring and threat detection.
• Experience building or managing a TPRM or Vendor Security program.
• Solid knowledge of data protection regulations (GDPR, CCPA) and risk frameworks (NIST CSF, ISO27001, DAMA‑DMBOK).
• CISSP, CISM or equivalent certifications.

Preferred Qualifications / Personal Attributes

• Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills.
• Quality‑focused individual with strong organizational skills.
• Must possess interpersonal skills to interface effectively with all levels in the organization.
• High integrity with a strong all‑round set of business and technical skills.
• Ability to influence change across multiple groups and levels.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and follow processes and procedures with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Problem‑solving and analytical abilities, including critical evaluation of information from multiple sources.
• Ability to multi‑task proactively as priorities change in a fast‑paced environment.
• A strong curiosity, initiative, persistence, and willingness to experiment to provide solutions to diverse technical challenges.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction; self‑starter/self‑motivated.
• Ability to work a weekly hybrid office schedule in our Waltham office.

Compensation & Benefits

The annual base salary ranges from $178,000 to $195,000, with eligibility for an annual performance pay bonus. Compensation may vary based on skills, training, knowledge, and experience. Additional benefits include a competitive benefits package.

About Us

Alkermes applies its deep neuroscience expertise to develop medicines for complex psychiatric and neurological disorders. A fully‑integrated global biopharmaceutical company, headquartered in Ireland with U.S. locations in Massachusetts and Ohio, Alkermes is committed to science and compassion, creating a real impact in patients’ lives. We foster diversity, inclusion and belonging, and have been recognized as an employer of choice, a Great Place to Work in the U.S. (2024), and other accolades.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Alkermes, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any qualified applicant or employee because of race, creed, color, age, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression and identity, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military status, application for military service or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal law. Alkermes also complies with all work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Alkermes is an E‑Verify employer.