Sr. Director, Security and Compliance
- United States - New York - New York City
ROLE SUMMARY
Our Global Cybersecurity Governance, Risk, and Compliance team provides comprehensive blueprints for cybersecurity excellence by embedding governance, risk management, and compliance into every layer. The team is responsible for ensuring risk-based decision-making is used and that security, privacy, and regulatory compliance is integrated seamlessly with Pfizer’s organization.
We are seeking an experienced Senior Director, Security & Compliance to lead the Security and Compliance Business Partners function within the Cybersecurity GRC organization. This role partners closely with R&D, PGS Manufacturing, Commercial, Digital, Enabling Services and corporate functions to ensure cybersecurity, data protection, and regulatory compliance requirements are understood, implemented, and sustained across the enterprise.
The role serves as a trusted advisor to senior business leaders, helping them manage cybersecurity and compliance risks in alignment with company policies, regulatory obligations, and industry expectations. This position plays a key role in developing and implementing a modern and technology-led approach to supporting a highly regulated pharmaceutical environment, including oversight of GxP systems, data integrity, patient safety, and global regulatory compliance.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
Business Partnership & Advisory
Establish the vision and operational cadence for a team of Security and Compliance Partners who are assigned global business units, regions and functional areas
Implement a technology driven solution to support
Build strong relationships with senior leaders to integrate security and compliance considerations into business operations and strategic initiatives.
Lead the development of practical, risk-based guidance that enables the business to meet regulatory and security requirements while supporting innovation.
Partner with key leaders throughout the organization to execute on strategic goals and priorities for the Cyber GRC function.
Cybersecurity Compliance Oversight
Develop and execute a vision to modernize and scale cyber and digital compliance.
Ensure alignment with pharmaceutical regulatory requirements, including GxP, data integrity, privacy, and global regulatory expectations.
Partner with Quality, Legal, Privacy, and Enterprise Risk Management teams to ensure consistent application of governance and controls.
Support the identification, assessment, and management of cybersecurity, IT and compliance risks affecting business processes, systems, and data.
Regulatory and Audit Support
Support internal and external audits, regulatory inspections, and compliance assessments by coordinating business engagement and remediation activities.
Help business teams prepare for regulatory inquiries related to cybersecurity, data protection, and system controls.
Track and report internal and external findings, remediation progress and risk acceptance decisions.
Implement technology-led solutions to streamline audit and inspection processes.
Leadership, Communication, and Reporting
Promote consistent processes, documentation, and reporting while allowing flexibility for local regulatory requirements.
Set clear role expectations, performance objectives, and development plans for team members.
Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Provide regular updates to senior leadership on cybersecurity and compliance risks, trends, and key initiatives.
Define and monitor key metrics to demonstrate security and compliance posture to leadership.
Develop executive and committee-level reporting as needed.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree required
12+ years of experience in Cybersecurity, IT, GRC, compliance, quality, or risk management roles within regulated industries, preferably in pharmaceutical industry
Experience partnering directly with business leaders in a complex, global organization
Proven ability to lead complex programs with multiple stakeholders and competing priorities
Strong understanding of cybersecurity and IT risk management and compliance concepts in a pharmaceutical or life sciences environment
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to influence across levels and functions
CISM, CRISC or CISSP Certification
Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Smartsheet, MS Project), data analysis platforms, and MS Office Suite
Demonstrated experience in an agile work environment possessing qualities such as a collaborative mindset, adaptability to change, and a proactive problem-solving approach.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience supporting GxP-regulated environments (GMP, GCP, GLP) and validated systems – Life Sciences or Consumer Products preferred
Familiarity with global regulations and standards such as GDPR, HIPAA, SOX, ISO 27001, and NIST
Experience working with Quality Management Systems (QMS) and regulatory inspection processes
Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, or similar
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to translate technical and regulatory requirements into business-friendly guidance
Executive presence and stakeholder management
Global mindset and ability to work across cultures
Collaborative leadership style
Continuously seeks new knowledge and approaches, leveraging innovation to enhance efficiency, effectiveness and impact
Candidate demonstrates a breadth of diverse leadership experiences and capabilities including: the ability to influence and collaborate with peers, develop and coach others, oversee and guide the work of other colleagues to achieve meaningful outcomes and create business impact.
NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS
- Travel as required by the business (domestic and/or international) – Estimated at 25%
- Work Location Assignment: Must be able to work in assigned Pfizer office 2-3 days per week, or as needed by the business
- This role is NOT remote
Last Date to Apply for Job: 4/10/2026

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $214,900.00 to $358,100.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 22.5% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life’s moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site – U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States.



Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

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