Director, Product Security

6149-DePuy Synthes Products Inc. Legal Entity; Raynham (MA); Hybrid; USD 154,000 - 266,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson’s DePuy Synthes division is recruiting a Director of Product Security in a hybrid role based in Raynham, MA. The role leads the global cybersecurity strategy for medical devices and digital products, embedding security across the lifecycle to protect patients and ensure regulatory compliance.

The candidate will oversee governance, risk management, and incident response, working with R&D, Quality, Regulatory, and IT to scale security capabilities. Travel up to 20% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Security, or a related technical field.
• Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Engineering, or Business Administration preferred.
• 10-12 years of experience in cybersecurity or product security leadership roles with global scope.
• Experience securing complex software-enabled or connected products in regulated industries.
• Strong knowledge of secure product development, vulnerability management, and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead the global product security strategy aligned with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee product security governance, standards, and secure development lifecycle across hardware, software, and devices.
• Integrate cybersecurity risk management into design, development, and post-market activities with cross-functional teams.
• Lead global teams and partners delivering security services, tools, and capabilities.
• Oversee vulnerability management, threat modeling, penetration testing, and incident response.

Skills

Cybersecurity leadership

Executive communication

Secure development lifecycle

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/Engineering/InfoSec

Master’s degree in Cybersecurity or MBA

Tools

CISSP/CISM/CSSLP

Job description

At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments are smarter and less invasive, andsolutions are personal.Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity.Learn more at jnj.com As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

Job Function: Technology Product & Platform Management Job Sub Function: Technical Product Management Job Category: People Leader All Job Posting Locations: Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, United States of America, Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America, Raynham, Massachusetts, United States of America, Warsaw, Indiana, United States of America, West Chester, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Job Description: DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a(n) Director, Product Security; this Hybrid position will be in Raynham, MA (USA). Alternate Hybrid locations may be considered at Raritan, NJ (USA), West Chester, PA (USA), Warsaw, IN (USA), Palm Beach Gardens, FL (USA) OR Pune, India. Please note that this role is available across multiple countries and may be posted under different requisition numbers to comply with local requirements. While you are welcome to apply to any or all of the postings, we recommend focusing on the specific country(s) that align with your preferred location(s): Raynham, MA (USA) - Requisition Number: R-072543 Pune, India - Requisition Number: R-073299 Remember, whether you apply to one or all of these requisition numbers, your applications will be considered as a single submission.

Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopedics business to establish a standalone orthopedics company, operating as DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, as may be required, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes and your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by DePuy Synthes at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.

Job Overview

The Director, Product Security is a senior leadership role responsible for defining and executing the global product security strategy for DePuy Synthes’ medical device and digital product portfolio. This role ensures that cybersecurity is embedded across the product lifecycle—from design and development through deployment and post‑market support—while enabling innovation, regulatory compliance, and patient safety. As part of Global Services Enablement, this leader partners closely with R&D, Quality, Regulatory, IT, and external stakeholders to strengthen security capabilities at scale and protect patients, customers, and the business, and reports into the DePuy Synthes Technology organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and lead the global product security strategy aligned with DePuy Synthes business objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Establish and oversee product security governance, standards, and secure development lifecycle practices across hardware, software, and connected medical devices.
• Partner with R&D, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, and IT to integrate cybersecurity risk management into product design, development, and post‑market activities.
• Lead global teams and external partners delivering product security services, tools, and capabilities that enable scalable and consistent execution.
• Oversee vulnerability management, threat modeling, penetration testing, and incident response activities related to product security.
• Ensure compliance with global cybersecurity and medical device regulations, standards, and guidance (e.g., FDA, ISO, IEC).
• Provide executive‑level reporting and insights on product security risks, trends, and performance to senior leadership.
• Build a strong product security culture through training, awareness, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Education: Required: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Security, or a related technical field.
• Education: Preferred: Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Engineering, or Business Administration.
• Experience and Skills: Required: 10-12 years of experience in cybersecurity or product security leadership roles, including global scope and matrixed environments.
• Experience and Skills: Required: Demonstrated experience securing complex software‑enabled or connected products, preferably within regulated industries.
• Experience and Skills: Required: Strong knowledge of secure product development, vulnerability management, and cybersecurity risk management frameworks.
• Experience and Skills: Required: Proven ability to lead and develop high‑performing global teams and service‑based operating models.
• Experience and Skills: Required: Executive‑level communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence across functions.
• Experience and Skills: Preferred: Experience in medical devices, healthcare technology, or life sciences.
• Experience and Skills: Preferred: Familiarity with FDA cybersecurity guidance, IEC 62304, ISO 14971, and related standards.
• Experience and Skills: Preferred: Experience enabling cybersecurity capabilities within shared services or global enablement models.
• Experience and Skills: Preferred: Background in cloud, embedded systems, or IoT security.
• Other: Languages: English (fluent). Additional languages are a plus.
• Other: Travel: Up to 20% domestic and international.
• Other: Certifications (preferred): CISSP, CISM, CSSLP, or equivalent.

Additional Information

For more information on how we support the whole health of our employees throughout their wellness, career and life journey, please visit www.careers.jnj.com.

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers, internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

Hashtag Skills

#DePuySynthesCareers #LI-Hybrid Required Skills: Preferred Skills: Analytical Reasoning, Cost Management, Developing Others, Fact-Based Decision Making, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Inclusive Leadership, Leadership, New Program Development, Performance Measurement, Product Development, Product Strategies, Project Management Methodology (PMM), Research and Development, Software Development Management, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Supply Chain Management

Pay Transparency

The anticipated base pay range for this position is : $154,000.00 - $265,650.00

Additional Description for Pay Transparency: Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)). This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long‑term incentive program. Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, employees are eligible for the following time off benefits: Vacation –120 hours per calendar year Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period10 days Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year Additional information can be found through the link below.

Benefits

• Vacation –120 hours per calendar year
• Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year
• Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year
• Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
• Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
• Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
• Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period
• 10 days Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
• Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year

Co‑Ops and Intern Positions

Please use the following language: Co‑Ops/Interns are eligible to participate in Company sponsored employee medical benefits in accordance with the terms of the plan. Co‑Ops and Interns are eligible for the following sick time benefits: up to 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington, up to 56 hours per calendar year. Co‑Ops and Interns are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension).

Positions Represented by CBA

This position is eligible for benefits to include medical, dental, vision and time off, as well as any others as provided for in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement. For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits

Company Re‑assertion

At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments are smarter and less invasive, andsolutions are personal.Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity.Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/. Our Credo calls on us to respect the dignity of every individual and create an environment for all people to thrive. Throughout the recruitment process - from application through hiring - we are committed to providing reasonable accommodations/adjustments for qualified candidates with disabilities. If you need support at any stage of the recruitment process, please complete our candidate accommodation request form so we can assist you.