Associate Director, Cybersecurity

Company: Insmed Incorporated
Location: Bridgewater
Posted on: January 15, 2026

Job Description:

At Insmed, every moment and every patient counts — and so does every person who joins in. As a global biopharmaceutical company dedicated to transforming the lives of patients with serious and rare diseases, you’ll be part of a community that prioritizes the human experience, celebrates curiosity, and values every person’s contributions to meaningful progress. That commitment has earned us recognition as Science magazine’s No. 1 Top Employer for five consecutive years, certification as a Great Place to Work® in the U.S., and a place on The Sunday Times Best Places to Work list in the UK. For patients, for each other, and for the future of science, we’re in. Are you? About the Role: Reporting to the Senior Director, Cybersecurity and Risk Management, the Associate Director of Cybersecurity will be responsible for information security operations, to include planning and operation of cybersecurity tools, applications, and business intelligence. The selected candidate will assist in developing, implementing, overseeing, and optimizing the organization's cybersecurity program (tools, technologies, methodologies) to ensure that information security policies, standards and practices are in place to manage risk to the enterprise effectively. This mid-level leadership position will also assist in driving the tactical direction of Insmed’s cybersecurity program to define and deliver reliable, secure, and scalable network systems, processes, and other services. Ideal candidates for this position will be hands-on leaders, able to do the work as well as accomplish results through others, in addition to demonstrating strong coaching, mentorship, and career development skills. What You'll Do: In this role,you’llhave the opportunity to lead and mentor the Cybersecurity team creating a culture that fosters engagement, passion, and enthusiasm for Insmed’s vision, mission, and values. You’llalso: Build and mature a culture focused on proactive risk management and cyber security best practices. Participate in the development of Insmed’s IT strategy as it relates to cybersecurity; implement and operationalize the strategy. Collaborate with the Senior Director on a strategy for building management support and ownership of cybersecurity. Responsible for developing, implementing, and executing information security and vulnerability assessments, testing applications, systems, and infrastructure to ensure appropriate protection of sensitive customer and company information; perform risk analysis and recommends remediation for deficiencies. Track and reassess remediation(s) to ensure compliance with policies and operational standards. To appropriately manage the program and enterprise risk, leverage cyber security metrics. Research and benchmark industry-leading security practices and tools, validating the organization is protected with industry-leading security solutions and services. Examine new technologies’ impact on the organization's overall information security posture. Establish processes to review new technologies and ensure security compliance. Responsible for developing, implementing, and executing company-wide/departmental information security training and awareness programs. Manage production technology incidents to resolution, ensuring timely engagement, escalation, and effective communication to business, technology, and vendor partners. Develop, implement, maintain, and oversee Insmed’s cybersecurity program ensuring Insmed can identify and detect threats, and protect, respond, and recover from threats and incidents. In collaboration with Senior Director, work with and actively engage security service providers to deliver necessary services and manage contract requirements and service level agreements. Execute security management tasks including the monitoring, installation, and activation of malicious software protection tools, applying security protocols to network connectivity, managing user identities and logical access, and providing security data as needed when investigations arise. Develop, implement, maintain, and oversee enforcement of policies, procedures, and associated plans for system security administration and user system access based on industry-standard best practices. Develop, implement, and test the IT elements in the Business Continuity Plan (BCP) and Disaster Recovery Plan (DRP). Responsible for developing, implementing, and executing a comprehensive set of security standards and guidelines, including but not limited to cybersecurity operations, incident response, vulnerability management, network security, data protection, and loss, endpoint security, compliance program, and identity and access management. Ensure program standards comply with applicable State and Federal regulatory requirements. Who You Are: You have a minimumof an undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Business, or related field as well as 15 years’ experience in IT/Cybersecurity. You are or you have: 10 years’ experience developing, managing, and directing cybersecurity operations with planning and development requirements, to include assessing effectiveness of such programs. 10 years’ experience leading a team of highly skilled technical professionals. 5 years’ of leading information security risk assessments, vendor risk management programs, developing information security awareness and education programs, and managing information technology or security projects. 5 years’ of effectively managing a Cybersecurity team. Advanced knowledge of systems design methodologies & development, including core infrastructure and enterprise-wide applications, as well as online applications, and web-based systems, voice and data communications technologies, security frameworks & methodologies, open architecture systems, common programming languages, open-source software, business intelligence, and data analytics. Expertise in cybersecurity regulatory, compliance, and framework requirements, such as NIST, HITRUST, CIS, and ISO. Experience working with Security Incident and Event Management (SIEM) tools, endpoint detection and response tools, vulnerability management suites, and various security solutions. Experience with the following cyber security domain areas: Data encryption (rest, transit, memory) Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) key management systems Application security (secure coding, shift left) Identity and access management program (MFA, SSO, LCM, IGA) Data handling and classification Firewalls Network segmentation Cyber resiliency Data loss prevention Strong knowledge of operating system, application, network, and database security architectures. Proven ability to effectively utilize techniques designed to reduce frequency, duration, and impact of common business disruptions particularly as they relate to branch/contact center operations, electronic services, and telecommunications. Strong verbal and written communications skills including the ability to explain technical concepts and technologies to business leaders and senior executives. Strong leadership, inter-personal, and collaboration skills. Proven ability to increase employee engagement, build, retain, and manage a highly skilled and motivated team. In-depth knowledge of IT and cybersecurity practices/trends in the biopharma and/or financial services industry and operating policies. Strong project management skills and a track record of successfully managing change, process improvement, and operational performance. Ability to collaborate, build relationships, and influence individuals at all levels within the organization and strong vendor management skills. Strong budget management skills and ability to develop and obtain approval for significant business cases. This position is required to work weekends and nights as necessary to ensure network availability and to support after regular business hours deployment of new systems, patches, fixes, and/or other enhancements. Preferred Qualifications: Certifications – GIAC Security Essentials, GIAC Security Leadership, ISACA CISM, MCSE: Security, (ISC)2 SCCP, (ISC)2 CISSP, (ISC)2 ISSAP, CCISO, CISA, or CRISC. Expertise in cybersecurity frameworks, organizational profiles, and gap analysis processes. Experience with CI/CD security integration and DevSecOps practices. Knowledge of cloud security, container security, and Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) security. Security automation experience (SAST, DAST). LI-EG1 hybrid Pay Range: $164,000.00-213,000.00 Annual Life at Insmed At Insmed, you’ll find a culture as human as our mission—intentionally designed for the people behind it. You deserve a workplace that reflects the same care you bring to your work each day, with support for how you work, how you grow, and how you show up for patients, your team, and yourself. Highlights of our U.S. offerings include: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage and mental health support, annual wellbeing reimbursement, and access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Generous paid time off policies, fertility and family-forming benefits, caregiver support, and flexible work schedules with purposeful in-person collaboration 401(k) plan with a competitive company match, annual equity awards, and participation in our Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), and company-paid life and disability insurance Company Learning Institute providing access to LinkedIn Learning, skill building workshops, leadership programs, mentorship connections, and networking opportunities Employee resource groups, service and recognition programs, and meaningful opportunities to connect, volunteer, and give back Eligibility for specific programs may vary and is subject to the terms and conditions of each plan. Current Insmed Employees: Please apply via the Jobs Hub in Workday. Insmed Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Unsolicited resumes from agencies should not be forwarded to Insmed. Insmed will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes through this source. Insmed will only pay a fee to agencies if a formal agreement between Insmed and the agency has been established. The Human Resources department is responsible for all recruitment activities; please contact us directly to be considered for a formal agreement. Insmed is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact us by email at TotalRewards@insmed.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Applications are accepted for 5 calendar days from the date posted or until the position is filled.

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