Head of Cyber Security Strategy & Operations

Clarivate Analytics US LLC

Little Rock (AR)

On-site

USD 188,000 - 235,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Clarivate Analytics US LLC is seeking a Senior Director, Cyber Security to lead enterprise-wide strategy, strengthen security operations, and protect systems, data, and customers across regulated environments including healthcare and life sciences.

You will partner across Technology, Product, Engineering, Privacy, Legal, Compliance, and business leaders to implement risk-based programs, advance control maturity, and drive security across cloud and on-premise environments, while mentoring a

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field, or equivalent experience.
12+ years of experience in cyber security within healthcare, life sciences, or other highly regulated environments.
5+ years of experience leading cyber security teams, programs, or cross-functional security initiatives.
Familiarity with healthcare and life sciences requirements and standards (GxP, FDA regulations, 21 CFR Part 11, HIPAA, computerized system validation, data integrity).
Experience defining and executing enterprise cyber security strategy, roadmaps, controls, operating models.
Experience overseeing security operations, incident response, vulnerability management, threat monitoring, security engineering, or cyber risk management.
Working knowledge of security frameworks (ISO 27001, SOC 2, NIST, CIS Controls).
Experience translating cyber risk and security metrics into clear recommendations for senior leadership.

Responsibilities

Define and execute the cyber security strategy, roadmap, and operating model to reduce enterprise risk and strengthen security posture.
Lead cyber security programs across security operations, incident response, vulnerability management, security engineering, governance, risk, and compliance.
Partner with Technology, Product, Engineering, Privacy, Legal, Compliance, Procurement, and business leaders to embed security requirements into products, platforms, processes, and vendor relationships.
Oversee monitoring, escalation, investigation, and response for security incidents.
Drive improvement of security controls, policies, standards, procedures, dashboards, metrics, and reporting.
Evaluate current and emerging cyber threats, identify security gaps, and prioritize remediation activities with technology and product teams.
Support audits, certifications, customer assurance, and regulatory activities by ensuring security practices are documented and measurable.
Develop and lead a high-performing cyber security team, including resource planning, capability development, coaching, and prioritization of work against business-critical objectives.
Communicate cyber risk, program performance, incident trends, and strategic recommendations to executive and senior leadership audiences.