Regional Information Security Officer

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

About the role

For our client, we are seeking a Regional Information Security Officer to join the team of a leader in the Pharmaceuticals & Biotech space. This role will serve as a senior regional security leader, strengthening governance, risk management, and compliance across a complex business environment. The person in this position will partner closely with corporate security, regional stakeholders, and senior leadership to translate enterprise standards into practical local execution. A key focus will be improving the region's security posture, supporting cross-functional alignment, and helping ensure security considerations are embedded in strategic initiatives, including M&A activity.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the regional second line of defense for information security matters
• Design and implement information security policies to improve the region's security posture
• Review and interpret corporate security documents for regional application
• Lead the regional security team in operationalizing security practices across the first line of defense
• Communicate and align regional security initiatives with business stakeholders
• Continuously assess and improve regional security maturity against the evolving threat landscape
• Manage compliance for M&A projects to align with corporate security standards

Qualifications

• University degree in information security, IT, engineering, cybersecurity, or a related field
• Minimum of 10 years of information security experience in a leadership role, ideally in a regional capacity
• Experience in a technology-driven industry such as manufacturing or healthcare
• Familiarity with international and regional cybersecurity and data protection regulations
• Hands-on experience with cybersecurity frameworks and risk management methodologies
• Ability to manage security projects effectively and prioritize tasks
• Experience collaborating cross-functionally with senior leadership

Benefits

• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• 401(k) matching
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Vacation and sick pay

Pay

$136,000 – $170,000 annually