Cyber Fusion Center Platform Integration Lead at Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp. /Netherlands

Upper Gwynedd Township, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Jul, 26

Salary

184200.0

Posted On

04 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Microsoft Purview, Automation, PowerShell, Python, C#, Cybersecurity, Data Loss Prevention, Insider Risk Management, SIEM, Zscaler, CrowdStrike, Security Operations, Threat Intelligence, Vulnerability Management, Data Analytics, Technical Writing

Industry

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Description

Job Description We are seeking a dynamic and technically skilled Cyber Fusion Center Platform Integration Lead to help shape and optimize our enterprise data protection strategy. This role is ideal for a cybersecurity professional with a strong foundation in automation, scripting, and platform engineering—particularly someone who has experience with Microsoft Purview and a passion for building scalable, secure systems. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of hands-on technical expertise and strategic thinking, with a background in cybersecurity automation, vulnerability research, and security operations. This role is not purely engineering-focused but requires a strong understanding of how to tune, manage, and evolve information protection platforms to meet business and compliance needs. Key Responsibilities Platform Optimization: Lead the configuration, tuning, and enhancement of Microsoft Purview and related information protection platforms (e.g., MIP, AIP, Insider Risk Management). Automation & Engineering: Develop automation workflows and scripts (e.g., PowerShell, Python, C#) to streamline DLP operations, reporting, and incident response. Data Analytics & Visualization: Analyze platform data to identify trends, generate insights, and build dashboards that inform risk posture and policy effectiveness. Security Integration: Collaborate with SOC, threat intelligence, and red/blue teams to align DLP and insider risk capabilities with broader security operations. Incident Response: Investigate and respond to data protection incidents, leveraging automation and analytics to improve response time and accuracy. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with Legal, HR, Privacy, and IT to ensure platform configurations align with regulatory and organizational requirements. Documentation & Enablement: Maintain technical documentation and contribute to training and awareness efforts across the organization. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in computer science or similar field 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity, automation engineering, or information protection roles. Hands-on experience with Microsoft Purview, MIP/AIP, or similar data protection platforms. Experience with tools such as SIEMs, Zscaler, CrowdStrike, and other Microsoft security platforms. Proficiency in scripting and automation tools (e.g., PowerShell, Python, UiPath, C#). Strong understanding of cybersecurity operations, including SOC workflows, threat intelligence, and vulnerability management. Experience with tools such as SIEMs, Zscaler, CrowdStrike, and other Microsoft Security platforms. Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally. Preferred Qualifications Experience in regulated industries such as pharmaceuticals or healthcare. Certifications such as CISSP, GSEC, or other GIAC certifications Background in offensive security, penetration testing, or red team operations. Familiarity with cloud security and Microsoft 365 security tools. Experience with report automation and documentation tools. #NSBE2026 Required Skills: Amazon S3, Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB), Collaborative Development, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Digital Forensics, Endpoint Detection and Response, Information Security, Information Technology Trends, Intellectual Property, Non-Disclosure Agreements, Penetration Testing, Security Incident Management, Security Operations, SLA Management, SOC Operations, Technical Writing, Technical Writing Documentation, Vulnerability Scanning Preferred Skills: Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE US and Puerto Rico Residents Only: Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit: EEOC Know Your Rights EEOC GINA Supplement We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together, talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively. Learn more about your rights, including under California, Colorado and other US State Acts U.S. Hybrid Work Model Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work consisting of three total days on-site per week, Monday - Thursday, although the specific days may vary by site or organization, with Friday designated as a remote-working day, unless business critical tasks require an on-site presence.This Hybrid work model does not apply to, and daily in-person attendance is required for, field-based positions; facility-based, manufacturing-based, or research-based positions where the work to be performed is located at a Company site; positions covered by a collective-bargaining agreement (unless the agreement provides for hybrid work); or any other position for which the Company has determined the job requirements cannot be reasonably met working remotely. Please note, this Hybrid work model guidance also does not apply to roles that have been designated as “remote”. The salary range for this role is $117,000.00 - $184,200.00 This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs. The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits. You can apply for this role through https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting. San Francisco Residents Only: We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles Residents Only: We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. Employee Status: Regular Relocation: No relocation VISA Sponsorship: No Travel Requirements: 10% Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid Shift: 1st - Day Valid Driving License: No Hazardous Material(s): N/A Job Posting End Date: 04/10/2026 *A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date. Requisition ID:R386765

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Responsibilities

The role involves leading the configuration and optimization of Microsoft Purview and related information protection platforms to enhance enterprise data security. You will develop automation workflows and collaborate with cross-functional teams to align security operations with regulatory and organizational requirements.