You will report directly to the Group Director Information Security.
The Security team is responsible for the design and implementation of Octapharma's group security strategy and program. As a privately owned company, we benefit from a stable organizational structure and a long-term strategic vision. This allows us to implement a security program that is genuinely focused on generating business value while protecting Octapharma.
Within our team, you'll have the opportunity to engage in hands-on work, collaborate closely with internal IT teams and external partners, and develop strong business acumen through cross-functional initiatives.

"There isn't a more key role in Cyber that can orchestrate, conduct and derive a positive security effect from our various System Owners across the globe. In this role, the successful candidate can look forward to coaching the best Cyber performance out of teams."
- Richard Kearney, Group Director Information Security

• University Degree in Information Security, IT or equivalent
• Desirable: Relevant security certifications such as from ISC2, ISACA, CREST CCTIM or CCIM, SANS and Vendor Certifications.
• 8+ years of professional work experience in IT with relevant roles such as systems developer, network engineering and operations, or security engineering.
• 3+ years of experience in vulnerability management, preferably in organizations which have manufacturing business operations.
• Strong knowledge of vulnerability scanning tools (e.g., Tenable, Qualys, Nexpose) and enterprise remediation workflows.
• Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK framework, CVSS scoring, and threat modeling.
• Hands-on experience in scripting or automation (e.g., Python, PowerShell) to streamline detection and analysis tasks.
• Strong understanding of Windows, Linux, and network infrastructure vulnerabilities.
• Support Multiple environments: Apply vulnerability management and threat analysis skills across diverse and interconnected environments, including corporate IT, Cloud, and Operational Technology (OT), to ensure comprehensive risk visibility.
• Framework-Guided Hardening: Experience in using industry security benchmarks (such as CIS or NIST) as a reference to help measure security posture and contribute to the development of hardening standards that align with business risks.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills, with the ability to present technical findings to diverse audiences.
• Experience in highly regulated industries (e.g., pharmaceutical, healthcare).
• Exposure to cloud security (AWS, Azure), and container security practices.

• You help save lives - Every day is meaningful as we produce life-saving medicines
• Family values - Long-term perspective for employees and relationships
• Be rewarded with market-related salary and benefits package
• You will have a high level of influence where you can make a difference and leave your footprint
• Work with skilled and fun colleagues in a relatively informal organization
• Skills development - We offer various internal and external employee and leadership trainings, trainee programs and digital solutions

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