Director, Incident Response & Threat

Johnson & Johnson•West Chester, MA

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director, Incident Response & Threat is a senior cybersecurity leadership role responsible for protecting DePuy Synthes’ digital environment, products, and operations from cyber threats. This leader will own the global incident response program and threat management strategy, ensuring rapid detection, containment, and remediation of security incidents. The role plays a critical part in safeguarding patient trust, business continuity, and regulatory compliance while shaping a resilient and forward‑looking security posture across the organization, and reports into the DePuy Synthes Technology organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Engineering, or a related field (required).
10-12 years of progressive experience in cybersecurity, information security, or IT risk management, including leadership roles.
Proven experience leading enterprise‑scale incident response and threat management programs.
Strong knowledge of cyber threat landscapes, attack techniques, and defensive strategies.
Experience working in regulated environments (e.g., healthcare, life sciences, MedTech, or similarly regulated industries).
Demonstrated ability to lead cross‑functional teams during high‑pressure incidents.
Excellent executive communication, judgment, and decision‑making skills.
English (fluent).

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or Business Administration (preferred).
Experience supporting global organizations with complex technology environments.
Familiarity with security frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, or similar standards.
Experience integrating threat intelligence into security operations and risk management.
Prior people leadership experience managing managers or senior individual contributors.
Experience with cloud, OT, and medical device security considerations.
CISSP, CISM, GIAC, or equivalent cybersecurity certifications.

Responsibilities

Lead the global incident response and threat management program, including preparation, detection, response, and recovery activities.
Direct investigations of cybersecurity incidents, ensuring timely containment, root‑cause analysis, and post‑incident reporting.
Develop and maintain incident response playbooks, escalation paths, and crisis management procedures.
Partner with IT, Legal, Privacy, Quality, and Business leaders to manage cyber incidents and regulatory or compliance obligations.
Oversee threat intelligence capabilities to proactively identify emerging threats and vulnerabilities relevant to the MedTech environment.
Guide tabletop exercises, simulations, and readiness testing to strengthen organizational response maturity.
Provide executive‑level reporting and recommendations on cyber risk, incident trends, and remediation priorities.
Lead, mentor, and develop a high‑performing incident response and threat management team.
Drive continuous improvement of tools, processes, and technologies supporting security operations and resilience.

Benefits

Employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).
This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program.
Vacation –120 hours per calendar year
Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year
Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year
Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period
10 days Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year