Astellas Pharma · 2 days ago
Director/Sr. Director, Identity & Security Engineering
Northbrook, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$197K/yr - $310K/yr
12+ years expAstellas Pharma is a global pharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative therapies for patients. They are seeking an experienced leader for the Identity & Security Engineering role, responsible for defining strategy and ensuring operational excellence across Microsoft identity management platforms and broader security engineering domains. The role includes managing global delivery through a hybrid workforce model and driving security engineering excellence across cloud, OT, and enterprise platforms.
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Responsibilities
Define and execute the enterprise vision for Microsoft Identity platforms (Active Directory, Azure AD / Entra ID, M365 Identity Services, MFA, Conditional Access, PAM)
Lead strategy and delivery across broader security engineering domains including cloud security, OT security, and infrastructure/application security
Drive a global MFA-first strategy, embedding Zero Trust principles across the enterprise
Ensure identity and security engineering programs support digital transformation, cloud adoption, and regulatory compliance
Ensure global reliability and performance of MFA and Conditional Access policies
Automate identity lifecycle management (provisioning, de-provisioning, access reviews, PAM)
Deliver security engineering solutions for cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) and OT/critical infrastructure environments
Apply agile delivery methodologies to accelerate delivery, manage backlogs, and adapt quickly to evolving requirements
Manage service delivery performance across both internal teams and external vendor partners
Partner with GRC to ensure identity and security engineering controls meet NIST CSF, ISO 27001, SOX, HIPAA, EU AI Act, and other regulatory frameworks
Lead audit and compliance programs across identity, cloud, and OT security domains
Anticipate and mitigate emerging risks by adapting MFA and security engineering strategies
Serve as a trusted partner across infrastructure, applications, OT, business stakeholders, and senior executives
Position MFA, identity, and security engineering as key enablers of business productivity and compliance
Represent the function in enterprise-wide programs including global network refresh, cloud adoption, OT modernization, and M&A integrations
Lead and mentor a global team of internal and external resources, ensuring alignment and accountability across multiple regions and time zones
Foster agile, cross-functional teams that collaborate across infrastructure, applications, and business domains
Manage vendor partnerships and enforce accountability for quality, SLAs, and innovation
Develop succession plans, training paths, and career opportunities in Microsoft identity, MFA, and advanced security engineering
Promote a culture of inclusion, agility, innovation, and continuous improvement
Qualification
Required
12+ years of progressive experience in information security and/or infrastructure engineering, with 5+ years in senior leadership
Proven experience managing global teams (internal staff and vendor/partner resources)
Deep expertise in Microsoft identity and authentication platforms, including: Active Directory (on-prem & hybrid), Azure AD / Entra ID, Microsoft 365 Identity Services, Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) & Conditional Access, Privileged Access Management (PAM)
Strong background in security engineering domains: Cloud Security (Azure, AWS, GCP), OT Security, Application & Infrastructure Security
Demonstrated success delivering in an agile operating model
Proven record of driving enterprise-wide MFA adoption and improving identity resilience
Strong communication skills and executive presence; able to influence at C-suite and board levels
Bachelor's degree required
Preferred
Experience in pharmaceuticals, healthcare, or other highly regulated industries preferred
Master's degree preferred in Information Security, Computer Science, or related field
Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, Microsoft SC-300 (Identity & Access Administrator), or Azure Solutions Architect are a plus
Benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Generous Paid Time Off options, including Vacation and Sick time, plus national holidays including year-end shut down
401(k) match and annual company contribution
Company paid life insurance
Annual Corporate Bonus and Quarterly Sales Incentive for eligible positions
Long Term Incentive Plan for eligible positions
Company fleet vehicle for eligible positions
Referral bonus program
Company
Astellas Pharma
Astellas Pharma is a global pharmaceutical research & development company.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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unknownKey Investors
National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
2020-07-22Grant
2008-10-13IPO
Leadership Team
Amanda Hart
Head, Global Commercial Analytics and Reporting
Recent News
2026-01-07
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