Medtronic · 3 weeks ago
IT Director Cybersecurity Chief of Staff
Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States of America
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$177K/yr - $265K/yr
10+ years expMedtronic is a leader in global healthcare technology, dedicated to alleviating pain and restoring health. The IT Director Cybersecurity Chief of Staff will provide strategic and operational support to enhance the effectiveness of the cybersecurity organization, bridging the gap between technical operations and business strategy.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)BiotechnologyHealth CareHealth DiagnosticsMedical Device
Responsibilities
Assist in providing the strategic, operational, and coordination support needed to make a cybersecurity organization effective at scale
Drive organizational focus, improve cross-functional coordination, enhance operational efficiency, strengthen decision-making, and ensure continuity and resilience
Drive the annual and quarterly planning cycles; track progress against OKRs and KPIs to ensure the security roadmap is on schedule
Lead the translation of the CISO’s multi-year vision into a structured execution roadmap
Manage the cybersecurity budget, overseeing vendor relationships, procurement processes, and headcount planning
Structure and lead leadership team meetings, off-sites, and town halls to ensure alignment and accountability
Provide functional management and delivery oversight for one or more core Global Information Security Office (GICSO) pillars
Serve as the primary surrogate for the CISO in high-stakes steering committees, executive leadership meetings, and vendor negotiations
Act as the CISO’s 'eyes and ears' across the organization, triaging requests for the CISO’s time and representing the Security Office in sensitive cross-functional disputes
Serve as one of the designated Deputies for the Office of the CISO, assuming leadership over the Global Security leadership team during the CISO’s absence
Translate the CISO's long-term vision into immediate tactical direction for GICSO pillar leads
Prepare high-impact presentations and reports for the Board of Directors and the Audit Committee and the Medtronic Cybersecurity Committee
Act as the CISO’s proxy in cross-functional meetings with Finance, Legal, HR, and OUs as needed
Draft and or review internal announcements, security culture memos, and executive-level briefings
Streamlining the 'rhythm of business' by managing leadership meetings and GCISO organization events
During major security incidents, act as a coordinator to ensure non-technical workstreams are handled seamlessly
Lead organizational design initiatives or large-scale culture shifts
Driving internal initiatives such as team off-sites, talent development programs, and security awareness culture across the enterprise
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree with 10+ years in Cybersecurity, IT Operations, or Management Consulting
7+ years of managerial experience
Technical Literacy - Ability to understand GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance), SOC operations, and cloud security architecture without needing to be a practitioner
Operational Excellence - Proven track record of managing multi-million-dollar budgets and complex project portfolios
Soft Skills - High emotional intelligence, discretion with sensitive data, and the ability to 'manage up.'
Experience managing a Project Management Office and Agile coaching teams
Excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and drive change
Preferred
Previous Medtronic experience
Advanced degree(s)
Specific leadership experience in cybersecurity; managing multiple areas of within the cybersecurity function
Benefits
Health, Dental and vision insurance
Health Savings Account
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Life insurance
Long-term disability leave
Dependent daycare spending account
Tuition assistance/reimbursement
Simple Steps (global well-being program)
Incentive plans
401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match
Short-term disability
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums)
Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums)
Company
Medtronic
Medtronic is a healthcare technology company that designs and develops AI-based products and solutions for the medical industry.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$18.16BKey Investors
NHS EnglandBlackstone Life SciencesTrade Capital Funding
2025-09-15Post Ipo Debt· $1.76B
2024-05-29Post Ipo Debt· $3.24B
2023-03-23Post Ipo Debt· $2B
Leadership Team
Geoffrey Martha
CEO and Chairman Of The Board Of Directors
Linnea Burman
SVP & President, Neurovascular
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