Senior IT Manager - Business Information Security Officer (BISO)

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 9 Jul 2025

 

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 LifeAt Medtronic, we bring bold ideas forward with speed and decisiveness to put patients first in everything we do. In-person exchanges are invaluable to our work. We're working onsite 4 days a week as part of our commitment to fostering a culture of professional growth and cross-functional collaboration as we work together to engineer the extraordinary. In your role, you may work from one the following Medtronic sites:

• Mounds View, Minnesota • Boston, Massachusetts
• Fridley, Minnesota (OHQ) • Lafayette, Colorado
• Rice Creek, Minnesota • Jacksonville, Florida
• Irvine, California (UCI)

In this critical role as Senior IT Manager and Business Information Security Officer (BISO), you will report to the VP/Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). You will lead a team of IT/Cybersecurity professionals, ensuring the highest security standards across Enterprise. You will act as the primary cybersecurity leader for the BISO group and a trusted advisor for business units, aligning cybersecurity strategies with business goals and risk priorities.

As part of the Global Cyber & Information Security Office (GCISO) leadership team, you will partner closely with business leaders, IT, and enterprise risk functions to implement and mature security governance, risk management, and compliance programs. You will lead a team of cybersecurity BISO professionals and who are charged with bringing the depth and breadth of the GCISO organization to the business to aid them in identification and management of OU cyber risk. This role requires a strategic thinker and inclusive leader who understands both the business and technical dimensions of cybersecurity. You will be instrumental in translating enterprise security objectives into actionable plans that enable innovation while protecting Medtronic’s data, systems, and reputation. We are looking for leaders with a strong risk management mindset, the ability to influence at all levels, and a passion for delivering secure solutions that support our mission to improve patient outcomes worldwide.

We believe that when people from different cultures, genders, and points of view come together, innovation is the result —and everyone wins. Medtronic walks the walk, creating an inclusive culture where you can thrive. Our unwavering commitment to inclusion, diversity, and equity (ID&E) means zero barriers to opportunity within Medtronic and a culture where all employees belong, are respected, and feel valued for who they are and the life experiences they contribute. We know equity starts beyond our workplace, and we must play a role in addressing systemic inequities in our communications if we hope to have long-term sustainable impact. Anchored in our Mission, we continue to drive ID&E forward both to enhance the well-being of Medtronic employees and to accelerate innovation that brings our lifesaving technologies to more people in more places around the world.

Bring your talents to an industry leader in medical technology and healthcare solutions – we’re a market leader and growing every day. You can be proud to be a part of technologies that are rooted in our long history of mission-driven innovation. You will be empowered to shape your own career. We encourage and support your growth with the training, mentorship, and guidance you need to own your future success. Together, we can transform healthcare. Join us for a career in IT that changes lives. Medtronic is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture. Check out the accomplishments of our Women in IT group! http://bit.ly/MedtronicWomeninIT

CAREERS THAT CHANGE LIVES

• Act as a subject matter expert (SME) between cybersecurity and the lines of business in the development of appropriate policies, standards, and frameworks.
• Allocate resources (e.g., security architects, engineers) to achieve outcomes
• Continuously monitor trends to anticipate and plan for future impact of cyber risk on a specific business unit (BU) or function
• Follow all risk remediation protocols to ensure issues are mitigated, risks are accounted for and exceptions are tracked in accordance with frameworks, policies and standards set by the organization
• Work with BUs to align funding requirements with strategic initiatives 
• Participate in cybersecurity and business-related councils or working groups as necessary
• Educate stakeholders on cybersecurity-related matters in an effort to increase awareness and improve culture
• Develop an understanding of business goals and reframe risk discussions in business terms
• Constructively engage business partners regarding cybersecurity issues
• Establish risk ownership and accountability within the business line
• Inform business partners of the risk implications of critical decisions by combining empirical analysis with expert judgment to assess business decisions
• Challenge business partners’ assumptions about value drivers and present an alternate perspective
• Reshape business partners’ preconceived notions of success where appropriate
• Work cross-functionally with peers to develop and influence consistent practices related to staff development, performance management, client quality programs, cost management, and the promotion of Global Business Solutions.  Establish appropriate relationships at all levels within the organization to influence and execute strategy/operations.
• Establish and maintain strong external peer connections in the interest of cyber information sharing and collaboration. 
• Metrics and Reporting: Define and track key risk indicators (KRIs) and performance metrics; present insights and recommendations to senior leadership and the board.
• Assist the CISO in strategy development and managing the information security program, focusing on security risk assessments; risk management (including risk prioritization and mitigation); education and awareness.
• Manage activities of a team with responsibility for results in terms of costs, methods and employees.  Accomplishes results through subordinate managers, supervisors or exempt specialist employees. Recommends organizational structures of functions and units.
• Work continuously to maintain a very high level of awareness of new trends, threats, and the constantly changing cyber landscape.  Respond quickly and appropriately to these changes with modifications to strategies and approaches in order to protect the company.

MUST HAVE (Minimum Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree
• 7+ years of experience with a bachelor’s degree or 5+ years of experience with an advanced degree
• 5+ years of managerial experience

NICE TO HAVE (Preferred Qualifications)

• 7+ years of experience with a bachelor’s degree or 5+ years of experience with an advanced degree
• 8+ years of information security, audit, risk management, governance, regulatory, and/or compliance background related to cybersecurity, with demonstrated experience in the following CSF and Regulatory Frameworks including Fair model, CIS, NIST, ISO, SOX, GxP, CCPA, GDPR, PCI Compliance.
• 5+ years of managerial experience of global teams
• IT experience including a combination of risk management and information security with healthcare or pharmaceutical industry experience strongly preferred.
• Aptitude for understanding internal organizational environments and their relationship to the external business environment
• Ability to develop a full and deep understanding of business operations
• Understanding of how business initiatives create value and risk for organizations
• Able to effectively analyze risk within the context of business problems
• Strong ability to convey complex information risk and security issues in a manner that is easily understood and actionable and constructively challenges prevailing thoughts and processes
• Able to consistently, effectively defend ideas and solutions
• Adept at improving outcomes through proactive team coaching and development
• Demonstrates an ability to construct, challenge, and manage choices
• Strong problem-solving and trouble-shooting skills
• Maintains accessibility and ability to interface with and build credibility and relationships with all stakeholders and executive leadership.
• Manage relationships to drive equitable outcomes.
• Is a confident, energetic self-starter, with strong communication skills.
• Applies good judgment, a sense of urgency and has demonstrated commitment to high standards of ethics, regulatory compliance, customer service and business integrity.
• Instinctive and creative
• Demonstrated results orientation (driving to deadlines, financial targets, project goals, etc.).
• Strong business acumen and global orientation.
• Ability to work collaboratively and partner with employees, peers, leaders, clients, key stakeholders and vendors.
• Demonstrated ability to provide strong Project Management skills and expertise.
• Ability to manage the day-to-day information security risk functions across multiple projects and initiatives in Global IT.
• Personnel Scope – Previous experience managing multiple teams, including matrixed teams containing external resources, service providers, consultants, and partnerships.
• Employee Development – Previous experience in recruiting and developing talent; proactively lead personnel development activities and mentoring, including a succession plan for managed teams.
• Financial Accountability – Demonstrated ability and experience managing multiple cost centers, programs and budget accountability.
• Communication Skills – Demonstrated excellent communication skills at all levels in the organization, strong negotiator and strong influence & presentation skills.
• Leadership – Demonstrated leadership skills & high integrity presence; clearly conveys vision & purpose to workforce.
• Administration – Previous experience in ensuring that functional area complies with administrative requirements including forecasting and budgeting, status reporting, and personnel administration.
• Proven ability to take down barriers and build highly successful, high-functioning and accountable organizations.
• Willingness and ability to play a hands-on technical role on the team, as well as coach others to be successful in driving to meet organizational goals.
• Function as backup to other GCISO team members as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Job Requirements

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position. 

The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.

Benefits & Compensation
 

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.
 

Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$156,000.00 - $234,000.00

This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).

The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: 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, and Simple Steps (global well-being program).

 

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: 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), and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).

 

Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns.  Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.

 

Further details are available at the link below:

Medtronic benefits and compensation plans

About Medtronic

We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.
Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people. 
We are engineers at heart— putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.

Learn more about our business, mission, and our commitment to diversity here.

It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

If you are applying to perform work for Medtronic, Inc. (“Medtronic”) in any position which will involve performing at least two (2) hours of work on average each week within the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County, you can find here a list of all material job duties of the specific job position which Medtronic reasonably believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. Medtronic will consider for employment qualified job applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.