Deputy Chief Information Security Officer, Deputy CISO

IDEXX; United States; Remote; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary diagnostics company is seeking a Deputy CISO to shape its global cybersecurity program. The role includes leading key functions such as Security Operations, Vulnerability Management, and CIAM while partnering with business leaders to enhance the overall security strategy. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in cybersecurity, including strong leadership in security operations, and a relevant degree. This role requires on-site presence at the corporate HQ in Maine.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Positive and respectful work culture

Encouragement of learning and discovery

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive cybersecurity experience, including 5+ years in senior leadership.
• Proven success building security operations, incident response, vulnerability management, and CIAM programs.
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Security Operations team, focusing on real-time detection and response.
• Build and mature a full lifecycle Vulnerability Management program.
• Develop and launch the Customer Identity & Access Management (CIAM) function.

Skills

Cybersecurity experience

Leadership in security operations

Incident response

Vulnerability management

Customer identity management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Security

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

IDEXX is seeking a seasoned and strategic Deputy CISO to help shape and lead the evolution of our global cybersecurity program. Reporting directly to the CISO, this individual will serve as a senior leader within the Information Security organization, driving operational excellence, strategic execution, and security maturity across key domains.

The Deputy CISO will directly own and lead three critical functions:

• Security Operations – scaling and maturing detection, monitoring, and incident response
• Vulnerability Management – building and leading a closed-loop, risk-based program
• Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM) – designing and launching secure, scalable customer authentication and access capabilities.

In this role...

• You will be instrumental in enhancing IDEXX’s security posture—enabling a more resilient, adaptable, and security-aware enterprise prepared to navigate today’s evolving threat landscape. The Deputy CISO will provide both direct operational oversight and long-term strategic leadership.

Operational Leadership:

• Lead the Security Operations team, focusing on real-time detection, response, and automation to improve incident response capabilities.
• Build and mature a full lifecycle Vulnerability Management program, from asset discovery to remediation tracking and reporting.
• Develop and launch the Customer Identity & Access Management (CIAM) function, ensuring secure, risk-based authentication and seamless integration across customer platforms.
• Build and mentor high-performing security teams with an emphasis on professional development and succession planning.
  

Strategic & Enterprise Influence:

• Partner with the CISO to shape and implement the long-term cybersecurity strategy.
• Collaborate with business and technology leaders to embed security into operations, development, and transformation efforts.
• Represent InfoSec in executive and board-level discussions, translating complex security needs into business-aligned decisions.
• Lead change management efforts to instill a security-first mindset across the enterprise.
• Ensure alignment with industry and regulatory standards including NIST, CIS, and ISO 27001.

What you will need to succeed:

• 10+ years of progressive cybersecurity experience, including 5+ years in senior leadership

• Proven success building security operations, incident response, vulnerability management, and CIAM programs

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field (Master’s preferred)

• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and best practices (e.g., NIST, CIS, ISO 27001)

• Executive presence and the ability to communicate effectively across technical and business audiences

• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or GIAC are strongly preferred

Location: It is required that this role be on-site at our corporate HQ in Westbrook, Maine. Please be driving distance to our corporate office. Alternatively, we will consider individuals who are willing to relocate to Maine for this role.

Why IDEXX?

We’re proud of the work we do, because our work matters. An innovation leader in every industry we serve, we follow our Purpose and Guiding Principles to help pet owners worldwide keep their companion animals healthy and happy, to ensure safe drinking water for billions, and to help farmers protect livestock and poultry from diseases. We have customers in over 175 countries and a global workforce of over 10,000 talented people.

So, what does that mean for you? We enrich the livelihoods of our employees with a positive and respectful work culture that embraces challenges and encourages learning and discovery. At IDEXX, you will be supported by competitive compensation, incentives, and benefits while enjoying purposeful work that drives improvement.

Let’s pursue what matters together.

IDEXX values a diverse workforce and workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

IDEXX is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.

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