Deputy Chief Information Security Officer, Deputy CISO

IDEXX • Concord, NH

91d • Onsite

About The Position

IDEXX is seeking a seasoned and strategic Deputy CISO to help shape and lead the evolution of our global cybersecurity program. Reporting directly to the CISO, this individual will serve as a senior leader within the Information Security organization, driving operational excellence, strategic execution, and security maturity across key domains. The Deputy CISO will directly own and lead three critical functions: Security Operations – scaling and maturing detection, monitoring, and incident response Vulnerability Management – building and leading a closed-loop, risk-based program Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM) – designing and launching secure, scalable customer authentication and access capabilities. In this role... You will be instrumental in enhancing IDEXX’s security posture—enabling a more resilient, adaptable, and security-aware enterprise prepared to navigate today’s evolving threat landscape. The Deputy CISO will provide both direct operational oversight and long-term strategic leadership. Operational Leadership: Lead the Security Operations team, focusing on real-time detection, response, and automation to improve incident response capabilities. Build and mature a full lifecycle Vulnerability Management program, from asset discovery to remediation tracking and reporting. Develop and launch the Customer Identity & Access Management (CIAM) function, ensuring secure, risk-based authentication and seamless integration across customer platforms. Build and mentor high-performing security teams with an emphasis on professional development and succession planning. Strategic & Enterprise Influence: Partner with the CISO to shape and implement the long-term cybersecurity strategy. Collaborate with business and technology leaders to embed security into operations, development, and transformation efforts. Represent InfoSec in executive and board-level discussions, translating complex security needs into business-aligned decisions. Lead change management efforts to instill a security-first mindset across the enterprise. Ensure alignment with industry and regulatory standards including NIST, CIS, and ISO 27001.

Requirements

• 10+ years of progressive cybersecurity experience, including 5+ years in senior leadership
• Proven success building security operations, incident response, vulnerability management, and CIAM programs
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and best practices (e.g., NIST, CIS, ISO 27001)
• Executive presence and the ability to communicate effectively across technical and business audiences
• It is required that this role be on-site at our corporate HQ in Westbrook, Maine. Please be driving distance to our corporate office. Alternatively, we will consider individuals who are willing to relocate to Maine for this role.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s preferred
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or GIAC are strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead the Security Operations team, focusing on real-time detection, response, and automation to improve incident response capabilities.
• Build and mature a full lifecycle Vulnerability Management program, from asset discovery to remediation tracking and reporting.
• Develop and launch the Customer Identity & Access Management (CIAM) function, ensuring secure, risk-based authentication and seamless integration across customer platforms.
• Build and mentor high-performing security teams with an emphasis on professional development and succession planning.
• Partner with the CISO to shape and implement the long-term cybersecurity strategy.
• Collaborate with business and technology leaders to embed security into operations, development, and transformation efforts.
• Represent InfoSec in executive and board-level discussions, translating complex security needs into business-aligned decisions.
• Lead change management efforts to instill a security-first mindset across the enterprise.
• Ensure alignment with industry and regulatory standards including NIST, CIS, and ISO 27001.

Benefits

• We enrich the livelihoods of our employees with a positive and respectful work culture that embraces challenges and encourages learning and discovery.
• At IDEXX, you will be supported by competitive compensation, incentives, and benefits while enjoying purposeful work that drives improvement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees