At Neurocrine Biosciences, we pride ourselves on having a strong, inclusive, and positive culture based on our shared purpose and values. We know what it takes to be great, and we are as passionate about our people as we are about our purpose - to relieve suffering for people with great needs, but few options.
What We Do:Neurocrine Biosciences is a leading neuroscience-focused, biopharmaceutical company with a simple purpose: to relieve suffering for people with great needs, but few options. We are dedicated to discovering and developing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological, neuroendocrine, and neuropsychiatric disorders. The company’s diverse portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for tardive dyskinesia, chorea associated with Huntington’s disease, endometriosis* and uterine fibroids*, as well as a robust pipeline including multiple compounds in mid- to late-phase clinical development across our core therapeutic areas. For three decades, we have applied our unique insight into neuroscience and the interconnections between brain and body systems to treat complex conditions. We relentlessly pursue medicines to ease the burden of debilitating diseases and disorders, because you deserve brave science. For more information, visit neurocrine.com, and follow the company on LinkedIn, X (Formerly Twitter) and Facebook. (*in collaboration with AbbVie)
About the Role:
Responsible for leading the design, implementation, and management of advanced security solutions to protect the organization’s IT infrastructure. This role involves strategic planning, collaboration with global IT and teams, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The Principal Cyber Security Engineer will act as a subject matter expert, guiding the organization’s security posture and responding to sophisticated threats across both cloud and on-premises environments._
Your Contributions (include, but are not limited to):Design and implement robust security architectures for cloud and on-premises environments
Evaluate and recommend new security technologies and practices
Conduct regular user access reviews and implement remediation plans
Oversee the deployment and management of data loss prevention (DLP) tools
Develop policies for data encryption, classification, and handling
Develop and manage Security Operations Center (SOC) playbooks for incident response and threat hunting
Perform advanced threat analysis, vulnerability assessments, and risk management
Implement security information and event management (SIEM) solutions
Conduct real-time security monitoring and incident triage
Lead incident response efforts and forensic investigations
Provide expertise in securing SaaS, IaaS, and PaaS environments
Ensure compliance with cloud security frameworks and best practices
Maintain documentation and policies for cloud security
Lead efforts to improve network security through continuous monitoring and configuration management
Work closely with global IT and teams to address security threats and vulnerabilities
Provide mentorship and training to junior security team members
Lead cybersecurity projects from conception to implementation
Support internal and external cybersecurity audits
Report on project status, risks, and outcomes to senior management
Conduct regular security reviews and recommend improvements
Performs other duties as required
Requirements:BS/BA degree and 6+ years of related work experience utilizing comprehensive knowledge of cloud network systems and network management tools, as well as extensive experience (minimum 2 years) with Azure and AWS OR
Master's degree and 4+ years of similar experience as noted above
One or more professional certifications desired: Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Deep understanding of the organization’s business objectives and services
Ability to align security initiatives with business goals
Strong communication, leadership, and project management skills
Excellent problem-solving and analytical thinking abilities
High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Extensive experience with EDR, email security, SOC, and incident response processes
Proficiency with SIEM solutions and advanced security monitoring tools
Strong knowledge of networking fundamentals and security best practices
Advanced scripting skills (PowerShell, Python, etc.) for automation
Relevant security certifications (CISSP, CISM, CEH, etc.)
In-depth knowledge of security solutions including VPNs, email gateways, DLP, IDS/IPS, web proxies, and DNS security
Demonstrated expertise in researching and mitigating current hacking techniques and cybercrime
Strong understanding of security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST 800, CIS, etc.)
Comprehensive knowledge of Windows and Linux security settings and controls
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Neurocrine Biosciences is an EEO/AA/Disability/Vets employer.
We are committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, and we recognize there are a variety of ways to meet our requirements. We are looking for the best candidate for the job and encourage you to apply even if your experience or qualifications don’t line up to exactly what we have outlined in the job description.
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The annual base salary we reasonably expect to pay is $127,500.00-$184,800.00. Individual pay decisions depend on various factors, such as primary work location, complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. In addition, this position offers an annual bonus with a target of 30% of the earned base salary and eligibility to participate in our equity based long term incentive program. Benefits offered include a retirement savings plan (with company match), paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.