M&A Cybersecurity Deal Lead – Pre-Close

Johnson & Johnson Co.; Arizona; Remote; USD 122,000 - 213,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Pension

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Senior Manager, ISRM Acquisitions & Divestitures Cybersecurity, Pre-Close, to lead cybersecurity due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, licensing, and strategic partnerships.

The role demands strong technical depth in security domains, risk translation to business impact, and collaboration with Legal, Privacy, Finance, and Corporate Development to inform closing decisions. Remote work options may be considered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Business, or related discipline.
• Advanced degree (MBA, MS, or equivalent) preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity, information risk management, or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Deal Lead for Pre-Close cybersecurity due diligence coordinating evidence and timelines.
• Evaluate target environments across security architecture, cloud, data protection, and incident response.
• Lead evidence review and translate findings into practical risk conclusions for deal teams.
• Support risk-informed transaction decisions and Day 1 security planning.
• Coordinate with Corporate Development, Legal, Privacy, Finance, and external advisors.

Skills

Cybersecurity

M&A due diligence

Risk assessment

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Security/CS/Engineering/IS/Business

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

NIST CSF

ISO 27001

HIPAA knowledge

Job description

Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Senior Manager, ISRM Acquisitions & Divestitures Cybersecurity, Pre-Close, to lead cybersecurity due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, licensing, and strategic partnerships.

The role demands strong technical depth in security domains, risk translation to business impact, and collaboration with Legal, Privacy, Finance, and Corporate Development to inform closing decisions. Remote work options may be considered.