Job Description
Job Description
Position: Sr. Manager, Information Security (Microsoft 365 Security SME)
Location: Exton (PA) or Waltham (MA) – On-site with travel to other USA locations
Salary: $140,000-$160,000 per year
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About Pharmaron:
Pharmaron is a global CRO (Contract Research Organization) helping pharma and biotech companies bring new therapies to life. With over 21,000 employees worldwide across 23 locations in the US, UK and China, we support drug discovery through to manufacturing with fully integrated, high-quality services.
We're proud of the impact we make and just last year, we supported over 780 discovery projects, 1,000+ CMC programmes, and 1,000+ clinical trials across all phases. Our teams are involved in everything from small molecules, ADC's, biologics, and gene therapies and we work with more than 3,000 global customers. To learn more, visit www.pharmaron.com.
Role Overview:
This role is to safeguard our organization's sensitive data, intellectual property, and regulatory-compliant systems. This position will secure our Microsoft 365 environments while ensuring adherence to FDA, HIPAA, GxP, and 21 CFR Part 11 requirements.
Responsibilities:
Microsoft 365 Security Leadership (Pharma-Focused)
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Microsoft Defender Suite
- Protect against targeted email threats using Defender for Office 365
- Secure lab and clinical endpoints with Defender for Endpoint
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Microsoft Purview
- Implement Data Loss Prevention (DLP) for sensitive research data, ePHI, and regulatory documents
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Azure Active Directory
- Manage Conditional Access policies, including enforcing Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
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Microsoft Sentinel
- Monitor for unusual or suspicious activity across our environments
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Policy Design
- Create pharma-specific security policies to safeguard clinical trial data, intellectual property, and manufacturing systems
- Ensure compliance with:
- HIPAA (protected health information in M365).
- 21 CFR Part 11 (electronic records/signatures in validated systems).
- Lead audit responses (FDA, EMA, Client Audit, & internal compliance) related to IP protection & security controls.
- Document security protocols for SOX and SOC 2 reporting.
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Risk Assessments
- Conduct assessments aligned with FDA cybersecurity guidance and ISO 27001 standards for life sciences
- Partner with Quality Assurance, IT, and R&D teams to secure regulated workloads (e.g: LIMS, ERP, CTMS).
What We're Looking For:
As a strategic leader with the ability to mitigate risks in a highly regulated life sciences environment, you will be the go-to expert for all Information Security matters across the USA. You will hold both the Microsoft 365 Certified: Security Administrator Associate (MS-500) and the Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert certifications. With a strong work ethic and extensive experience leading multi-site projects, you will play a critical role in safeguarding organizational data and systems.
- 7 + years in information security with 4+ years focused on:
- Microsoft 365 security in pharma/life science
- GMP/GxP environments
- Expert level Knowledge of :
- Microsoft Security & Compliance Center
- o Azure AD Identity Protection
- o Defender for Office 365/Endpoint
- CISSP, CISM or CRISC knowledge is highly desirable
- Experience in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) in Manufacturing, LIMS/MES systems security and Regulatory submission platforms
Why Pharmaron?
Pharmaron is a premier service provider for the life sciences industry. Founded in 2004, Pharmaron has invested in its people and facilities and established a broad spectrum of research, development, and manufacturing service capabilities throughout the entire drug discovery, preclinical, and clinical development process across multiple therapeutic modalities, including small molecules, biologics, and CGT products. With over 21,000 employees and operations in the U.S., the U.K. and China. Pharmaron has an excellent track record in delivering R&D solutions to its partners in North America, Europe, Japan, and China.
Collaborative Culture: You will thrive in our inclusive and collaborative environment, where teamwork and innovation go hand in hand. Here, your voice matters, and your contributions make a real impact. "Employees Number One" and "Clients Centred" are the core cultural values at Pharmaron. Our culture, which sets Pharmaron apart from other organizations, has evolved from our deep commitment to our employees, partners, and collaborators.
Benefits: As part of our commitment to your well-being, we offer a comprehensive benefits package:
- Insurance including Medical, Dental & Vision with significant employer contributions
- Employer-funded Health Reimbursement Account
- Healthcare & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- 100% Employer-paid Employee Life and AD&D Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
- 401k plan with generous employer match
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program
How to Apply:
Ready to seize this incredible opportunity? Join us at Pharmaron and be part of a dynamic team driving innovation and excellence in biopharmaceutical research and development. Apply online today!
As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, Pharmaron values diversity and inclusion in the workplace, fostering an environment where all individuals are empowered to succeed. Join us in our mission to make a difference in the world of life sciences.
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