Sr. Director, Security & Defense, Orthopedics

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com. Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopaedics business to establish a stand‑alone company, DePuy Synthes, within the next 18‑24 months. After the separation, this role will be held by an employee of DePuy Synthes, governed by its employment processes and benefit plans. Job Overview The Sr. Director, Security & Defense is a senior technology leadership role responsible for setting and executing the cybersecurity and information protection strategy for DePuy Synthes. The position partners closely with executive leadership, IT, Legal, Privacy, and business stakeholders to ensure a resilient, compliant, and risk‑aware security posture across the organization and reports into the DePuy Synthes Technology organization. Key Responsibilities Define and lead the enterprise security and cyber defense strategy aligned to business priorities and regulatory requirements. Oversee cybersecurity operations, including threat detection, incident response, vulnerability management, and security monitoring. Build and maintain a program focused on monitoring and responding to insider threats while supporting legal and employee relations as required. Establish and maintain security governance, policies, standards, and risk‑management frameworks across the organization. Lead and develop high‑performing security teams and external partners, fostering a strong culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Provide executive‑level reporting on security posture, risks, incidents, and remediation progress. Ensure compliance with global cybersecurity, data protection, and industry regulations relevant to medical technology and healthcare environments. Support M&A, separation, and transformation initiatives by assessing and mitigating cybersecurity risks. Qualifications Education Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Master’s degree or MBA preferred. Required Experience and Skills 12‑14 years of experience in cybersecurity, information security, or technology risk management, including senior leadership roles. Demonstrated experience leading enterprise‑wide security programs in complex, regulated environments. Strong knowledge of cyber defense, incident response, identity and access management, cloud security, and risk frameworks. Experience leading and developing global or cross‑functional teams. Preferred Experience Experience supporting healthcare, life sciences, or medical device organizations. Proven ability to influence executive stakeholders and translate technical risk into business impact. Experience with large‑scale technology transformations or corporate separations. Familiarity with global regulatory and compliance standards (e.g., ISO, NIST, GDPR, HIPAA). Strong change leadership and strategic planning capabilities. Other Requirements Travel: Up to 20%, primarily domestic with occasional international travel. Certifications (preferred): CISSP, CISM, CRISC, or equivalent. For more information on how we support the whole health of our employees throughout their wellness, career and life journey, please visit Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. Johnson and Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please email the Employee Health Support Center (View email address on click.appcast.io) or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource. Pay range: $178,000 – $307,050. Additional benefits and time‑off policies are available at #J-18808-Ljbffr Johnson & Johnson MedTech