Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals · 2 weeks ago
Associate Director, Cybersecurity
Lexington, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$175K/yr - $195K/yr
8+ years expKiniksa Pharmaceuticals is seeking an Associate Director of Cybersecurity to lead the development and execution of their enterprise-wide cybersecurity program. The role involves overseeing security solutions, risk management activities, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
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Responsibilities
Lead the development, execution, and continuous improvement of the enterprise cyber security program, aligning with business objectives and regulatory requirements
Oversee risk management activities, including risk assessments, threat modeling, vulnerability management, and the development of risk mitigation strategies
Direct the evaluation, selection, and implementation of security technologies, tools, and practices to ensure robust protection of systems and data
Lead incident response planning and execution, including oversight of the Security Operations Center, triage, investigation, forensics, and post-incident reviews
Develop and maintain security policies, standards, and procedures in accordance with industry frameworks (e.g., NIST, CIS, ISO) and Zero Trust principles
Partner with IT infrastructure, operations, and application teams to drive initiatives that mitigate risk and enhance security posture
Stay current with emerging threats, regulatory changes, and advancements in cyber security technologies and industry trends
Oversee and deliver security awareness and training programs for IT and business teams
Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies
Prepare and manage the cyber security program budget and resource allocation
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in IT and cyber security roles, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership or management capacity
Deep understanding of security frameworks (NIST, CIS, ISO), risk management methodologies, and Zero Trust architecture
Demonstrated experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure), network security, IAM, data protection, endpoint security, and security operations
Demonstrated success managing vendor relationships, defining service levels and managing accountability
Proficiency with SIEM, firewalls, IDS/IPS, EDR, vulnerability management, and anomaly detection platforms
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels
Strong commitment to compliance, ethical standards, and continuous improvement
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
Preferred
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field preferred. Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
Benefits
Kiniksa Benefits Summary - USA
Company
Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals
Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals is developing therapies for inflammatory and autoimmune conditions.
201-500 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$400MKey Investors
Baker Brothers Advisors LLC
2020-05-13Post Ipo Equity· $80M
2018-05-23IPO
2018-02-01Series C· $200M
Leadership Team
Eben Tessari
Chief Operating Officer
Aaron Young
Senior Vice President, Chief Intellectual Property Officer
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