Lead, Cybersecurity Officer Support, LATAM

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We are the makers of possible 

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities. 

We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us. 

Position Summary: We are seeking a cybersecurity professional who will be a trusted adviser to senior business and technology stakeholders and provide broad knowledge of security strategies, policies, processes, architecture, and road maps to enable divisions/business to understand and meet security requirements in our LATAM business. This function will champion the cybersecurity mandate acting as a critical partner guiding stakeholders and leading information risk management practices in their regions. This position serves as a liaison and security advocate advising and guiding enterprise-wide initiatives to reduce risk and drive security improvements under the Dir, Cybersecurity Officer, Americas. This will include KPI capture, leading/supporting remediation efforts and support of assessments, and to ensure security policy and strategy are being followed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with BD cybersecurity and business partner teams to ensure the business aligns plans addressing security policies, regulations, and initiatives in their products and services.
• Support development and implementation of security strategies aligned to key BD risk and business needs.
• Participate actively in decision making with country/BU management and seek to understand the broader impact of current decisions
• Essential business partner and will take responsibility for the assessing and managing information security risk for the business
• Ensuring that Information Security is considered in respect of all elements of business
• Support business units with the design and implementation of central security strategies
• Ensure that policy compliance is appropriate to the organizational and Business Unit's level of risk acceptance
• Demonstrate to stakeholders that appropriate security controls are in place and own/create actions plans to manage improvement or change where necessary
• Advise stakeholders on how to achieve the relevant controls and assist with solutions to support them
• Where necessary ensure that processes are documented and communicated in language that is relevant and understandable to international and /or non-technical audiences

Candidate should have:

• Proficient in Spanish and Portuguese (business level)
• Desired to have one of or more of the following certificates: CISM, CISSP. Desired to be trained in Project management, product management or Agile approach.
• 5+ years of experience in roles relevant to information security. 1-2 years of team management or leadership experience.
• Deep understanding and familiarity with core concepts of network security, security architecture, security operation, vulnerability management, cloud security, application security, security awareness program and threat intelligence. Experience with security technologies and tools, including SIEM, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, encryption, access control, firewalls, Vulnerability Management, etc. Strong knowledge of cybersecurity and privacy principles, frameworks, and best practices (e.g., LPGD)
• Ability to analyze complex security issues and provide timely and effective solutions.
• Proven ability to act independently and to execute with limited information and ambiguity.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to promptly assess logs for accuracy as well as consistency.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence others in a positive and effective manner.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Excellent communication skills; both oral and written
• Previously acted as senior security consultant in mid to large organizations preferred.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

Why Join Us?

A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It’s also a place where we help each other be great, we do what’s right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.  

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.  

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers 

Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status. 

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