Medtronic-posted 1 day ago
Full-time • Manager
Northridge, CA
5,001-10,000 employees

At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world. A Day in the Life The Information Security Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Director is responsible for leading and maturing the company’s global security governance framework, enterprise cyber risk management program, and compliance activities across IT, OT, cloud, and regulated medical device environments. This leader ensures alignment with cybersecurity expectations, Quality System requirements, and industry best practices. The Director partners closely with IT, R&D, Operations, Legal/Privacy, Quality & Regulatory (QARA), and Internal Audit to strengthen the company’s security posture, reduce enterprise risk, and ensure readiness for audits, inspections, and regulatory submissions. This position is an exciting opportunity to work with Medtronic's Diabetes business. Medtronic has announced its intention to separate the Diabetes division to promote future growth and innovation within the business and reallocate investments and resources across Medtronic, subject to applicable information and consultation requirements. This separation provides our team with a bold opportunity to unleash our potential, enabling us to operate with greater speed and agility. As a separate entity, we anticipate leveraging increased investments to drive meaningful innovation and enhance our impact on patient care.

  • Governance & Security Program Management Develop, manage, and continuously improve the Information Security Governance framework based on NIST 800-53 , ISO 27001, and corporate risk objectives .
  • Establish and maintain enterprise security policies, standards, and procedures in coordination with QARA, Legal, and IT.
  • Lead the security steering committees and reporting for executive leadership and board-level governance.
  • Enterprise Cyber Risk Management Own the global cyber risk management strategy, including frameworks, methodologies, risk assessments, and reporting.
  • Partner with business units, manufacturing sites, and R&D to identify , assess, and mitigate technology and cybersecurity risks.
  • Maintain the enterprise cyber risk register and report key risks, KRIs, and risk treatment plans to the CISO and leadership.
  • Lead risk assessments for new products, vendors, technologies, and manufacturing systems.
  • Regulatory & Compliance Oversight Ensure ongoing compliance with SOX NIST 800-53 , HIPAA, and global data protection laws.
  • Lead cybersecurity components of internal audits and third-party assessments.
  • Manage alignment with industry frameworks.
  • Controls Assurance & Audit Readiness Build and operate a controls assurance program including internal control testing, continuous monitoring, and audit preparation.
  • Serve as the primary Information Security liaison to Internal Audit and Quality Audit Develop and track remediation plans for audit findings, vulnerabilities, and nonconformities.
  • Vendor & Third-Party Security Oversee third-party cybersecurity risk assessments, contract security language, and ongoing monitoring of suppliers, including global manufacturing partners.
  • Work with Procurement and Legal to ensure supply chain cyber requirements are enforced.
  • Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing GRC team (policy, risk, audit, compliance, privacy alignment).
  • Communicate cyber risks and compliance status to executives in a clear, business-focused manner.
  • Requires a Bachelors degree and minimum of 10 years of relevant experience with 7+ years of managerial experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience with 7+ years of managerial experience.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field.
  • 10+ years of experience in information security, with at least 5 years in a GRC leadership role.
  • Deep understanding of NIST 800-53, NIST CSF, ISO 27001, and SOX
  • Experience leading enterprise risk assessments, control testing programs, and audit engagements.
  • Demonstrated success building and managing high-performance teams.
  • Excellent communication skills, including the ability to present complex security topics to executives and regulators.
  • Strong leadership presence and executive communication Strategic and analytical mindset with a risk-based approach
  • Ability to influence cross-functionally in a regulated environment Strong understanding of product, manufacturing, and enterprise cybersecurity
  • Continuous improvement and quality-driven mindset
  • Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
  • A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values.
  • We recognize their contributions.
  • They share in the success they help to create.
  • We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.
  • Health, Dental and vision insurance
  • Health Savings Account
  • Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
  • Life insurance
  • Long-term disability leave
  • Dependent daycare spending account
  • Tuition assistance/reimbursement
  • Simple Steps (global well-being program)
  • Incentive plans
  • 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match
  • Short-term disability
  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums)
  • Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).
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