IT Security Manager

Tandym Group ·careers.tandymgroup.com

Location Plainsboro, New Jersey, USA
Work type Hybrid
Salary USD 68 - 78 / hour
Type Full time
Level Mid
Source Shazamme
Technology Architecture Development & QA (CC) --> Cyber Security
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A biotech organization in Plainsboro, NJ is seeking an IT Security Manager to lead third-party cyber risk management and audit activities within a hybrid environment. This role will focus on security risk assessment, control development, stakeholder collaboration, and ongoing compliance reporting across a global organization.

About the Opportunity:

  • Schedule: Monday to Friday
  • Hours: Standard business
  • Setting: Hybrid (2 days onsite)

Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain third-party cyber risk management security standards, documentation, and related requirements.
  • Assess third-party and vendor security risks and support ongoing risk management throughout supplier relationships.
  • Plan, coordinate, and execute security audits, assurance reviews, and remediation tracking.
  • Define security metrics, key risk indicators, and reporting dashboards to monitor risk posture and progress.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to align security practices with policies, regulations, and business needs.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, MIS, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of relevant work experience and training
  • At least 5 years of experience in third-party Cyber Risk Management, Information Security, and Risk Management
  • Experience working with security and risk management frameworks and regulations such as ISO, NIST, GDPR, SOX, HIPAA, or similar standards
  • Experience with GRC tools such as ServiceNow, Galvanize, Vanta, MetricStream, Archer, or WolfPAC
  • Experience defining and implementing security management processes and controls
  • Experience in multinational organizations and global virtual teams
  • Excellent written, verbal, communication, presentation, analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills

Desired Skills:

  • Experience in pharma, biotech, or healthcare environments
  • Professional certification such as CISA, CRISC, CISM, or CISSP
  • Knowledge of current and emerging cybersecurity and privacy regulations
  • Experience with vendor management and assurance frameworks, including SOC 1 and SOC 2 audits and reports
  • Background in developing security improvement roadmaps and driving remediation actions

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Who is hiring for the IT Security Manager role?
Tandym Group is hiring for the IT Security Manager position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the IT Security Manager job located?
The IT Security Manager role with Tandym Group is based in Plainsboro, NJ, US. The role is hybrid-friendly.
Is the IT Security Manager role remote?
Yes — the IT Security Manager position at Tandym Group is hybrid. Candidates based in US are preferred.
What does the IT Security Manager role pay?
Tandym Group lists the IT Security Manager role at USD 68–78 per hour.
Is the IT Security Manager role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Tandym Group.
What experience level is the IT Security Manager role?
The IT Security Manager position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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