Lead IT Security Engineer

The Lead Information Security Engineer is a senior cybersecurity leader responsible for protecting the organization’s digital ecosystem across product development, manufacturing, and enterprise IT systems. This role ensures the security of connected medical/surgical devices, intellectual property, and regulated environments, while maintaining compliance with cybersecurity guidance, ISO standards, and global regulations.This position plays a critical role in enabling secure product innovation, patient safety, and operational resilience across the device lifecycle.**This REMOTE opportunity is not eligible for employer-visa sponsorship **Key Responsibilities:Security Operations & Incident ResponseLead detection and response for incidents affecting: manufacturing systems (OT/ICS), connected medical/surgical devices, and enterprise IT environmentsManage SOC operations with prioritization of IT security, production integrity, and supply chain impactInvestigate and respond to incidents involving intellectual property theft, disruptions and/or ransomware affecting production lines, and IT vulnerabilitiesLead regulatory-aligned incident handling and disclosure (local/global authorities)Production & IT Security (Critical Focus Area)Partner with IT, production, and engineering to embed secure-by-design principles across the IT & product lifecycleConduct threat modeling and security risk assessments for surgical and medical devicesSupport compliance with IT security guidance, SOX, ISO27001 & EU GDPR / NIS2Identify and remediate product vulnerabilities (secure firmware, APIs, connectivity)Support coordinated vulnerability disclosure (CVD) processesManufacturing & Operational Technology (OT) SecuritySecure manufacturing environments (plants, production lines, robotics, control systems)Implement segmentation between IT and OT networksLead vulnerability and patch management for industrial control systemsReduce risk to production continuity and product integrityThreat & Vulnerability ManagementMonitor threat landscape with emphasis on nation-state attacks targeting IP, supply chain compromise, medical device exploitationLead proactive threat hunting across cloud environments, OT/manufacturing systems, & product telemetry (if applicable)Drive enterprise-wide vulnerability management with prioritization based on patient and product impactSecurity Engineering & ArchitectureImplement Zero Trust principles across corporate IT and manufacturing environmentsDrive consolidation and optimization of SIEM/XDR (Sentinel, Defender, etc.), identity platforms (Entra ID, PAM), data protection tools (DLP, encryption for IP and regulated data)Secure cloud platforms supporting R&D, analytics, and digital health capabilitiesRegulatory Compliance & Risk ManagementEnsure alignment with SOX, ISO 27001, NIST CSF / NIST 800-53 & Global data protection regulations (GDPR where applicable)Lead cyber risk assessments tied to patient safety, product risk, and regulatory exposureSupport internal and external audits and regulatory inspectionsTranslate cybersecurity risk into business impact (recalls, production disruption, liability)Data Protection & Intellectual Property SecurityProtect sensitive data, designs, and trade secretsImplement controls for secure collaboration with third-party manufacturers and partners and data encryption and access governanceMonitor for data exfiltration and insider threatsLeadership & MentorshipProvide technical leadership across security operations and engineering functionsMentor analysts and engineers on IT/OT security, production security, and incident response in regulated environmentsAct as escalation point for high-impact security events affecting products or manufacturingStakeholder CollaborationPartner with CIO, CISO, and Chief Product/Engineering Officers, Quality & Regulatory Affairs, Manufacturing / Plant leadership & Legal and Compliance teamsCommunicate cybersecurity risks in terms of IT security & safety, regulatory impact and revenue / production riskJob RequirementsBachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Engineering, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with exposure to regulated industries or manufacturing environments, with hands-on experience with SIEM/XDR platforms, endpoint, network, and cloud security and/or vulnerability and incident response programsPreferred Experience:Strong knowledge of Security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001), Identity and access management& network segmentation and Zero Trust principlesExperience in medical device, healthcare technology, or manufacturing (OT/ICS)Familiarity with ISO27001, NIS2, SOX, NIST CF 800-53, & EU GDPRPreferred Certifications: CISSP, CEH, GIAC & GICSP (Industrial Control Systems) or HCISPP (strong plus)Experience with IT/Production security testing, Threat modeling (e.g., STRIDE), Secure SDLC practicesThis position is not eligible for employer-visa sponsorshipDisclosure as required by applicable law, the annual salary range for this position is $104,134 - $163,640. The actual compensation may vary based on geographic location, work experience, education and skill level. The salary range is CONMED’s good faith belief at the time of this posting. This job posting is anticipated to close on August 12, 2026. We may, however, extend this time period, in which case the posting will remain available on careers.conmed.com. Please submit your application as soon as possible as we will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis as we receive them.Benefits:CONMED offers a wide array of benefits to fit your unique needs. Visit our Benefits Page for more information.Competitive compensationExcellent healthcare including medical, dental, vision and prescription coverageShort & long term disability plus life insurance -- cost paid fully by CONMEDRetirement Savings Plan (401K) -- CONMED matches your contributions dollar for dollar, with the potential for up to 7% per pay periodEmployee Stock Purchase Plan -- allows stock purchases at discounted priceTuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate level coursesKnow someone at CONMED? Have them submit you as a referral before applying for this position to be eligible for our Employee Referral Program incentives!CONMED is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster reaffirms this commitment.Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.If you feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, you are encouraged to contact us at View phone number on click.appcast.io option #5.Job SummaryJob number: R10409Profession: IT