Director, Threat Management

Insider Risk And Threat Management Director

This role leads Moderna's Insider Risk and Threat Management program, with responsibility for designing, implementing, and sustaining strategies that prevent, detect, and respond to insider-related risks. The Director will own the Insider Protection Program framework, policies, processes, technology, and governance, while driving proactive investigations, awareness campaigns, and employee engagement initiatives to reduce risk to Moderna's people, intellectual property, operations, and reputation.

You will partner closely with Legal, HR, IT, Compliance, and Cybersecurity, as well as external stakeholders, to influence enterprise-wide approaches to risk management. This is a highly visible leadership role that requires both technical expertise and the ability to communicate complex issues simply, build trust, and drive change across a fast-moving global biotech.

Here's what you'll do :

• Lead the Insider Risk Program : Develop and uphold a best-in-class insider risk investigative and prevention process, aligning with global corporate security strategy.
• Investigations & Case Management : Direct and conduct investigations into insider threats, policy violations, or misuse of sensitive information, ensuring root cause analysis and clear recommendations.
• Program Development & Outreach : Build awareness and deliver tailored communications, training, and briefings to employees at all levels to reduce risk and promote a culture of security.
• Analytics & Intelligence : Leverage data analytics, user behavior monitoring, and investigative tools (UBA, SIEM, forensics) to proactively identify risk patterns and emerging threats.
• Cross-Functional Partnership : Collaborate with Legal, HR, Compliance, Privacy, and IT teams to design policy and operational controls addressing insider threats.
• Vendor & External Engagement : Manage relationships with external vendors, law enforcement, and intelligence agencies to enhance Moderna's security posture.
• Metrics & Reporting : Develop and deliver executive dashboards and presentations that translate technical insights into actionable business intelligence.
• Continuous Improvement : Identify opportunities to automate, streamline, and optimize risk management processes.

Here's what you'll bring to the table :

At Moderna, we believe that when you feel your best, you can do your best work. That's why our US benefits and global well-being resources are designed to support youat work, at home, and everywhere in between.

About Moderna

Since our founding in 2010, we have aspired to build the leading mRNA technology platform, the infrastructure to reimagine how medicines are created and delivered, and a world-class team. We believe in giving our people a platform to change medicine and an opportunity to change the world.

By living our mission, values, and mindsets every day, our people are the driving force behind our scientific progress and our culture. Together, we are creating a culture of belonging and building an organization that cares deeply for our patients, our employees, the environment, and our communities.

We are proud to have been recognized as a Science Magazine Top Biopharma Employer, a Fast Company Best Workplace for Innovators, and a Great Place to Work in the U.S.

Our working model

As we build our company, we have always believed an in-person culture is critical to our success. Moderna champions the significant benefits of in-office collaboration by embracing a 70 / 30 work model. This 70% in-office structure helps to foster a culture rich in innovation, teamwork, and direct mentorship. Join us in shaping a world where every interaction is an opportunity to learn, contribute, and make a meaningful impact.

Moderna is a smoke-free, alcohol-free, and drug-free work environment.

Equal opportunities

Moderna is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry or citizenship, ethnicity, disability, military or protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable law. Moderna is a place where everyone can grow. If you meet the basic qualifications for the role and you would be excited to contribute to our mission every day, please apply!

Moderna is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

Accommodations

We're focused on attracting, retaining, developing, and advancing our employees. By cultivating a workplace that values diverse experiences, backgrounds, and ideas, we create an environment where every employee can contribute their best. Moderna is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities. Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and / or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should contact the Accommodations team at leavesandaccommodations@modernatx.com.

Export control notice

This position may involve access to technology or data that is subject to U.S. export control laws, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). As such, employment is contingent upon the applicant's ability to access export-controlled information in accordance with U.S. law. Due to the nature of the work and regulatory requirements, only individuals who qualify as U.S. persons (citizens, permanent residents, asylees, or refugees) are eligible for this position. For this role Moderna is unable to sponsor non-U.S. persons to apply for an export control license.