Sr. Director – Business Security, Risk & Compliance (SRC) Lead

What you'll do

• Lead the development and execution of Gilead’s digital and AI-aligned security strategy.
• Ensure cyber risks are identified, assessed, communicated, and managed across the enterprise.
• Serve as primary security advisor to global business functions for emerging initiatives.
• Evaluate and recommend new security technologies to enhance digital security posture.
• Conduct security assessments, penetration testing, and vulnerability analysis.
• Guide deployment of security technologies including SIEM, IDS/IPS, and firewalls.
• Develop key performance indicators to measure the effectiveness of security controls.

What we're looking for

• 10+ years of experience in IT, enterprise applications, or business technology functions
• 4–5+ years of experience in cybersecurity leadership roles
• Deep mastery of information security principles and control frameworks
• Strong understanding of digital security, cloud technologies, and AI-enabled security capabilities
• Proven ability to define and articulate a security vision linked to business priorities
• Experience serving as a Business Information Security Officer or similar role
• CISSP certification or equivalent strongly preferred