IT Director, Cybersecurity

Corcept is leading the way in the research and development of cortisol modulators, molecules that regulate cortisol activity at the glucocorticoid receptor (GR). To date, we have discovered more than 1,000 selective proprietary cortisol modulators.

In 2012, we received FDA approval of Korlym® (mifepristone), the first approved treatment for hypercortisolism (Cushing’s syndrome).

Today, our team and collaborators continue to unlock the possibilities of cortisol modulation as a way to treat serious diseases. With more than 30 ongoing studies across a wide range of disease areas, including endocrinology, oncology, metabolism, and neurology, we remain dedicated to advancing the possibilities of cortisol modulation.

What began as a ripple of scientific truth is now poised to unleash a sea change of discovery representing a fundamental shift in the way we understand and treat disease.

The Director of Cybersecurity will serve as a strategic partner to the Vice President of IT, taking the lead on high-impact initiatives that align cybersecurity and business continuity with enterprise goals. This role will provide leadership, vision, and direction to the cybersecurity program, ensuring the organization's assets, technologies, and data are protected in a rapidly evolving threat landscape.

This is a hybrid role, typically requiring on-site presence 3 days per week.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to the Vice President of IT, leading the execution of key cybersecurity initiatives and driving alignment with broader IT and business strategies
• Oversee the integration of information security with business continuity, embedding resilience within the SDLC, and adjusting the cybersecurity roadmap to evolving threats
• Lead regular risk assessments and vulnerability analyses to proactively identify and mitigate security risks and operational gaps; continuously enhance the organization’s business continuity and disaster recovery capabilities
• Design, implement, and manage comprehensive incident response and crisis management plans to ensure minimal disruption to operations and swift recovery from cyber incidents
• Lead and coordinate a team of external security partners, ensuring effective resource allocation and a strong focus on business continuity to meet cybersecurity and continuity objectives
• Promote a culture of cybersecurity awareness by designing and delivering ongoing education, training programs, and engagement initiatives across the organization
• Own and manage relationships with key technology and security vendors, ensuring services and solutions are aligned with organizational needs and performance expectations
• Brief Executive Leadership and the Board on cybersecurity risks, priorities, and progress in business terms
• Partner with IT and cross-functional teams to ensure clear communication, efficient hand-offs, and seamless collaboration across projects and operational efforts
• Uphold Corcept’s Key Principles by driving collaboration, embracing possibilities, following the data, and leading by doing, ensuring all initiatives align with the Company’s ethics and patient-first principles

Preferred Skills, Qualifications and Technical Proficiencies:

• Strong understanding of Life Sciences business processes, requirements and IT systems supporting drug discovery, clinical trials, regulatory compliance, contracts, HR, and Finance
• Proven leadership in information security strategy and execution, aligning security initiatives with business objectives
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess risks, anticipate threats, and develop effective security solutions
• Excellent communication skills, capable of articulating complex security concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Expertise in cloud security, compliance frameworks, and incident response management
• CrowdStrike Falcon Complete, OKTA, experience preferred

Preferred Education and Experience:

• BS/BA degree in related IT discipline is required
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, AWS Certified Security Specialty, or similar
• 10+ years’ experience in life sciences with a focus on Cybersecurity
• 5+ years of experience defining cybersecurity strategy & developing teams/managed services
• Excellent communication skills

The pay range that the Company reasonably expects to pay for this headquarters-based position is $232,800 - $273,800; the pay ultimately offered may vary based on legitimate considerations, including geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and education.

 Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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Corcept appreciates the commitment and hard work of all our team members as we strive to discover and develop novel treatments for patients with serious unmet medical needs.

 Please visit our website at: https://www.corcept.com/

Corcept is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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