Product Security Architect, Life Sciences

Job Description Summary

The Product Security Architect will be technical leader responsible for work across various disciplines to shape the future of how the Life Sciences business unit embeds security by design across our products and operations to strengthen customer trust and accelerate innovation.

Job Description

We are the makers of possible

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health is our Purpose, and it's no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us-from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year-to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you'll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us.

Responsibilities :

Ensure business unit execution of product security procedures and standards.

Working with R&D teams, create representative system threat models and security risk assessments.

Establish and validate appropriate product security requirements, system hardening standards, and controls for mitigation of security risks.

Oversee integration of security testing tools into product development DevSecOps pipelines.

Ensure all security documentation is delivered per BD Product Security procedures and applicable regulatory requirements.

Lead, motivate, and run a small team of Product Security Managers and Engineers.

Work with teams to ensure projects are meeting objectives and deadlines defined for the Life Sciences product roadmaps.

Lead reoccurring coordination meetings and internal communications.

Provide architecture and design guidance for a secure by design software development lifecycle.

Engage with external BD customers regarding cybersecurity issues, sales proposals, and audits.

Leverage innovative product security processes & technologies in partnership with other cross functional teams to drive continuous improvement.

Although this position can be 100% remote, the role will be most successful in supporting business partners from the Eastern or Central US time zones (i.e., EST or CST).

May perform other duties as required.

Required Skills :

Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, or applicable technical discipline

Minimum of 6 years in cybersecurity, product security, or security risk management

Experience implementing and demonstrating compliance to security frameworks such as NIST 800-53, IEC 81001-5, HITRUST, HIPAA, GDPR, ISO 27001, SOC 2 Type 2

Experience implementing and optimizing security analysis and testing tools (SCA, SAST, DAST, fuzzing) in a DevSecOps pipeline

Confirmed competence in threat modeling software systems or software enabled products using industry standard methods (STRIDE, PASTA, OWASP)

Experience analyzing security vulnerability scanning results and resolving priority of patching activities

Experience assessing security risks using industry standard methods (penetration test results, threat modeling, security testing) and resolving residual risk after applying compensating security controls

Preferred Skills :

Managerial or team leader experience

Experience implementing security design, development, validation, and compliance in a regulated environment

Experience working with teams in a structured software development lifecycle process, preferably an agile methodology

Demonstrated technical acumen and ability to effectively convey technical information to all levels and disciplines within an organization, from engineers to senior leadership to enable fact-based decision-making

At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company's receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and / or required. Consistent with BD's Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

Why Join Us?

A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It's also a place where we help each other be great, we do what's right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you'll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.

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Primary Work Location

USA MD - Sparks - 7 Loveton Circle

Additional Locations

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Salary Range Information

$155,900.00 - $257,300.00 USD Annual

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