Be part of something bigger at Minaris Advanced Therapies—where every role contributes to creating hope for patients around the world. As a global leader in cell and gene therapy development, manufacturing, and testing, we turn breakthrough science into real-world treatments that change lives. Our team of over 1,000 experts across North America, Europe, and Asia has helped bring transformative therapies to market.
At Minaris, you’ll join a purpose-driven community focused on innovation, collaboration, and patient impact. Whether you’re in the lab, in the cleanroom, or behind the scenes, your work will directly support life-saving therapies and make a lasting difference. If you’re passionate about advancing cutting-edge science and believe in the potential of cell and gene therapies, we invite you to help shape the future of medicine—one patient at a time.
Position Summary
The Director of IT Security Operations is responsible for the strategic direction, leadership, and oversight of Minaris Advanced Therapies’ information security operations. This includes developing and managing a comprehensive security strategy that safeguards enterprise information assets, leading incident response, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. This leadership role works across departments to enforce security policies, mitigate risks, and respond to emerging cyber threats.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the overall IT security operations strategy, including vision, roadmaps, and execution plans.
• Oversee the security operations center (SOC) and ensure 24/7 monitoring, incident detection, and response.
• Direct the implementation and management of tools and processes for threat intelligence, vulnerability management, and security event monitoring.
• Lead response efforts to security incidents, including breach analysis, reporting, containment, and remediation.
• Establish enterprise-wide security standards, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure alignment of security initiatives with business objectives and risk management priorities.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors to support audits and assessments.
• Drive adoption of industry best practices, compliance frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001), and regulatory requirements (e.g., HIPAA, GDPR).
• Stay up to date on current security trends, technologies, and best practices, and drive implementation as appropriate.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and privacy laws.
• Oversee risk assessments, penetration testing, and regular system security audits.

Knowledge, Skills & Ability

• Deep understanding of modern security technologies and architectures (e.g., SIEM, EDR, SOAR, firewalls, encryption, cloud security).
• Expertise in risk management, security frameworks, incident handling, and regulatory compliance.
• Proven ability to develop and implement security strategies aligned to business goals.
• Strong project management, budgeting, and vendor management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated leadership in dynamic, cross-functional environments.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in information security, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in information security, with at least 5 years in a leadership or director-level role.
• Extensive experience managing security operations teams and programs.
• Professional certifications strongly preferred (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC).

Disclaimer
The above information in this description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It does not contain nor is it intended to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Minaris Advanced Therapies employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including medical insurance, vision insurance, dental insurance, 401(k), paid time off, tuition assistance, and more

• Develop and lead the overall IT security operations strategy, including vision, roadmaps, and execution plans.
• Oversee the security operations center (SOC) and ensure 24/7 monitoring, incident detection, and response.
• Direct the implementation and management of tools and processes for threat intelligence, vulnerability management, and security event monitoring.
• Lead response efforts to security incidents, including breach analysis, reporting, containment, and remediation.
• Establish enterprise-wide security standards, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure alignment of security initiatives with business objectives and risk management priorities.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors to support audits and assessments.
• Drive adoption of industry best practices, compliance frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001), and regulatory requirements (e.g., HIPAA, GDPR).
• Stay up to date on current security trends, technologies, and best practices, and drive implementation as appropriate.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and privacy laws.
• Oversee risk assessments, penetration testing, and regular system security audits