Information Security and Cloud Architecture Lead

Information Security and Cloud Architecture Lead

About Astellas

Astellas is a global life sciences company committed to turning innovative science into VALUE for patients. We provide transformative therapies in disease areas that include oncology, ophthalmology, urology, immunology and women's health. Through our research and development programs, we are pioneering new healthcare solutions for diseases with high unmet medical need.

Learn more at Astellas.com.

Are you driven to make a real difference in the lives of patients?

We're seeking passionate individuals who thrive in dynamic environments, embrace new ideas, and aren't afraid to take intelligent risks. People who act with unwavering integrity and are deeply committed to making a tangible impact.

Purpose & Scope

We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Information Security Architect Lead to join our DigitalX team. In this role, you will be responsible for creating a new Information Security Architecture domain, which includes designing and implementing advanced security technologies that safeguard our organization’s digital assets.

The expectation is that this role will lead multiple security architects and engineers to architect, design and engineer the right security solutions for Astellas.

The role's primary accountability will remain Information Security Architecture (approximately 80%), with targeted cloud Enterprise Architecture leadership (approximately 20%) across Azure and AWS to align platform and workload decisions with enterprise direction, security requirements, approved cloud standards, and cloud financial management principles.

Role and Responsibilities

• Build an Information Security architecture capability from the ground up.
• Identify, recruit and hire Information Security architects and engineers to support the function.
• Design and implement Information Security architectures that align with business objectives and industry best practices.
• Evaluate and recommend Information Security technologies, tools, and solutions to enhance the organization’s security posture.
• Lead the development of Information Security policies, standards, and procedures related to technology architecture.
• Collaborate with IT, development, and operations teams to integrate Information Security measures into existing and new systems.
• Conduct threat modeling and risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Stay informed about emerging Information Security technologies and trends and assess their applicability to the organization.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to Infrastructure, Security and IT teams, fostering a culture of security awareness.
• Communicate Information Security architecture concepts and strategies to stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Provide cloud Enterprise Architecture leadership for cross-cutting decisions across Azure and AWS, including landing zones, shared platform services, workload placement, integration, resilience, and lifecycle standards.
• Define and govern multi-cloud reference architectures and design patterns with cloud platform, security, network, identity, data, FinOps, and operations stakeholders.
• Review material cloud solution designs and exceptions for alignment with enterprise architecture direction, security guardrails, operability, resilience, and cost-management principles.

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years in Information Security experience, with at least 5+ years leading global teams in Information Security architecture.
• Proven experience in the pharmaceutical, healthcare, or other highly regulated industries preferred.
• Strong understanding of infrastructure and security technologies, including newer AI security capabilities to protect enterprises from newer AI security risks.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a strategic mindset.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Strong enterprise cloud architecture experience in Azure or AWS, with working knowledge of the other platform, including landing zones, identity, networking, policy, monitoring, resilience, and workload architecture.
• Experience defining and governing cloud reference architectures, standards, reusable patterns, architecture decisions, and exceptions in a multi-cloud environment.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework, AWS Cloud Adoption Framework, cloud well-architected practices, Zero Trust principles, and FinOps principles; deep hands-on expertise across both cloud platforms is not required.

Location and Working Environment

• At Astellas we recognize the importance of work/life balance, and we are proud to offer a hybrid working solution allowing time to connect with colleagues at the office with the flexibility to also work from home. We believe this will optimize the most productive work environment for all employees to succeed and deliver. Hybrid work from certain locations may be permitted in accordance with Astellas’ Responsible Flexibility Guidelines.

What awaits you at Astellas?

• Global collaboration: Become part of a connected global business of like-minded life science leaders, all dedicated to improving patients' lives worldwide.
• Real-world patient impact: Contribute to transformative therapies that reach patients around the world, knowing your work makes a difference every day.
• Relentless Innovation: Join a company at the forefront of scientific breakthroughs, where you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of healthcare.
• A Culture of Growth: Chart your own course within a supportive environment that values your contributions, champions your development, and empowers you to pursue your passions.

Our Organizational Values and Behaviors

Values: Innovation, Integrity and Impact sit at the heart of what we do.

Behaviors

We come together as ‘One Astellas,’ working with courage and a sense of urgency . We are outcome focused and consistently take accountability for our personal contribution.

Salary Range

$199,220 - $284,000 (Final compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to skills, experience and organizational equity considerations)

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off options, including Vacation and Sick time, plus national holidays including year-end shut down
• 401(k) match and annual company contribution
• Company paid life insurance
• Annual Corporate Bonus and Quarterly Sales Incentive for eligible positions
• Long Term Incentive Plan for eligible positions
• Company fleet vehicle for eligible positions
• Referral bonus program

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