Associate Director, Information Security
Associate Director, Information Security
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Job Summary Associate Director - Information Security (Networking and Architecture).
Job Description:
Reporting to the Director Information Security Engineering (DISE) this Associate Director is a functional technical and team leader role at Illumina. Responsible for successfully executing enterprise-wide Information Security controls and processes that protect the companys data and functions across all business areas adhering to data protection standards procedures regulatory oversight and technical solutions for the Information Security department. Support of program control processes to ensure mitigation of risks and approved configuration certification of systems. This position requires experience knowledge and skills in the areas of networking architecture engineering strategy and design.
Supporting established processes analysis of computing environment coordination testing hardware introduction and release cybersecurity-based awareness and education cloud security control management and participation in periodic audits. Performs all duties in accordance with the companys policies and procedures all state federal and country laws and regulations wherein the company operates. Delivery of activity reporting including metrics environment impact effectiveness progress and performance indicators. The role will also assist with ensuring discretionary and regulatory audits are aligned with Illuminas current processes and procedures.
Duties & Responsibilities
Knowledge of network and system architectures against correlating policies and risks and provides appropriate remediation or risk reduction plans
Assists in the execution of the Information Security Program Data Governance practices and Privacy assurance
Evaluates ongoing practices and procedures technical documentation and diagrams for appropriate security measure maturity and effectiveness
Independently leads projects coordinates with team members and other technical departments ensuring proper communication and management of the overall success through completion and validation
Generates and monitors effective and actionable Information Security reporting across the InfoSec technical landscape and provides pertinent input to briefing presentations
Executes as a reliable second line-of-defense via documented processes controls templates and rigors
Provide evidence for security controls that demonstrate processes procedures and standards that meet existing and emerging regulatory requirements.
Acts in a leadership capacity for both Information Security and business unit teams for timely and effective delivery of enterprise-wide cybersecurity-based technology design implementation deployment and support
Provides consulting on best practices to internal customers to ensure processes are embedded at the correct time and frequency and to ensure compliance to security standards
Define technical control requirements evaluate existing tool effectiveness and propose solutions to enhance the companys security posture
Qualifications
Minimum 15 years experience implementing and supporting Information Technology enterprise-level tools with track record of creating enterprise wide scalable solutions based on industry standard security concepts technical controls and best practice frameworks
Minimum 3 years technical experience identifying technical and procedural gaps across information technology-focused solutions and processes
Multiple years of experience with cloud computing workflows and infrastructure (i.e. AWS MS Azure and GCP)
Expert-level knowledge and experience managing technical solutions and devices (i.e. Endpoint protections firewalls IDS/IPS SIEMs Endpoint detect & response (EDR/XDR) sandboxing vulnerability scanning tools Identity & access management (IAM/IDM) etc.)
Extensive investigation and incident response experience analyzing log and forensic data from multiple sources (e.g. endpoint technologies cloud networking server cloud etc.)
Ability to proactively collaborate by sharing information managing knowledge across many technology domains and championing solutions for broad adoption to improve security posture
Strong oral and written communication skills appropriate for consultation with all levels of management
Proven leadership delivering on team goals projects and work efficiency showing drive to achieve results
The ability to thrive in a fast-paced dynamic environment
A self-starter with a hands-on style high level of energy stamina drive and commendable organization and time management skills
Education
Bachelors degree in Information Systems Computer Science Information Security and/or related work experience
Professional qualifications are preferred: CISSP SANS GIAC ITIL or similar
We are a company deeply rooted in belonging promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation Illumina has always prioritized openness collaboration and seeking alternative perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay regardless of gender ethnicity or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences increase cultural awareness and offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex race creed color gender religion marital status domestic partner status age national origin or ancestry physical or mental disability medical condition sexual orientation pregnancy military or veteran status citizenship status and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local state and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local state and federal laws. Illumina prohibits the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the application and interview process. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process please contact To learn more visit: The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
