Internal Application: Senior Manager Information Security Operations

Who we are…

Nuvation Bio is a biopharmaceutical company tackling some of the greatest unmet needs in oncology by developing differentiated and novel therapeutic candidates. Our vision is to significantly change the practice of oncology by developing medicines that provide truly meaningful improvements in quality of life and survival for people with cancer.

What you’ll be doing

Reporting to the Senior Director of Global Infrastructure & Operations, the Manager Information Security Operations role is to lead our security operations team and drive the protection of our organization's critical assets. This role is responsible for overseeing security operations, managing incident response, ensuring compliance with security policies, and implementing cutting-edge security technologies. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in cybersecurity, risk management, and team leadership. This role will work with the Senior Director of Global Infrastructure & Operations will manage the delivery of IT solutions by collaborating with stakeholders.

You will be responsible for…

• Security Operations & Incident Management
  • Lead and manage the Security Operations Center (SOC), ensuring continuous monitoring and response to security threats.
  • Develop and enforce incident response protocols, including detection, containment, eradication, and recovery processes.
  • Investigate security incidents, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
  • Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to analyze threat intelligence and mitigate potential risks.
• Risk & Compliance Management
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, CIS, GDPR, SOC 2) and regulatory requirements.
  • Conduct security risk assessments, identify vulnerabilities, and implement effective remediation strategies.
  • Develop and maintain security policies, procedures, and guidelines to strengthen the organization’s security posture.
  • Lead audits and security reviews, working closely with internal stakeholders and external auditors.
• Security Architecture & Technology Implementation
  • Oversee the deployment and maintenance of security tools such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, and threat intelligence platforms.
  • Evaluate and recommend emerging security technologies to enhance threat detection and response capabilities.
  • Partner with IT and DevOps teams to integrate security best practices into system architecture and cloud environments.
• Leadership & Awareness
  • Lead and mentor a team of security analysts and engineers, fostering a culture of security awareness.
  • Provide regular security updates and reports to senior leadership and key stakeholders.
  • Develop and conduct security training programs to enhance employee awareness and preparedness.

What Knowledge & Experience you'll bring to us...

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 3 years in a leadership role within security operations.
• Strong knowledge of SIEM, EDR, threat intelligence, cloud security, and incident response methodologies.
• Hands-on experience with security frameworks such as NIST, CIS, ISO 27001, MITRE ATT&CK.
• Industry certifications preferred (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CEH, GIAC, CCSP).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Experience working in a regulated environment and understanding of SOX and GxP controls
• Experience managing and enhancing cybersecurity controls
• Experience presenting cybersecurity status to Audit Committees
• Experience with Active Directory, Windows, Office 365, AWS, Azure, Mobile Device Management, and OKTA SSO
• Experience managing IT teams in China a plus

Behavioral skills to be successful...

• Problem-Solver - As an action-oriented self-starter, you’re eager to apply your expertise in diagnosing inefficiencies, determining root causes, and recommending solutions to complex challenges.
• Personable - You establish and nurture highly effective relationships with colleagues and key stakeholders that support and advance project goals and objectives.
• Credible - Thorough understanding of clinical methodologies and providing sound analytical support, you quickly establish credibility as a reliable resource.
• Emotional intelligence, curiosity, and a knack to figure out a way to build something better
• Communication - Effectively listens, conveys, and receives ideas. Maintains a consistent flow of information. A strong presenter and effective communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Accountability - Acts with a clear sense of ownership - whether the task is in their role description. Holds yourself and others accountable to execute all tasks at hand through seen and unforeseen circumstances with high quality and integrity.
• Adaptability - Can manage in an environment of ambiguity. Embraces the change of a new system, process, technology, or idea in the organization. You could reassess priorities, alter goals and take risks.

What we have for you!

• Competitive Base Salary, Bonus, and Equity Plans
• Unlimited Vacation and 10 Sick Days Annually
• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 401K with Company Matching
• and much more!

The base pay offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location among other factors. Our full-time regular positions also include an annual performance-based bonus and long-term incentive units (equity) provided as part of our compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, depending on the level and position offered.

Disclaimer

Nuvation Bio, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by the law.

This job description reflects the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Nothing restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Note to all external Recruiters & Staffing Agencies
All of our open positions are managed by our Talent Acquisition department. Any resumes submitted through the website or directly by recruiters or staffing agencies in advance of an executed agreement with Nuvation Bio, Inc., will be considered unsolicited and the company will not be responsible for any related fees. Resumes sent directly to employees or hiring managers will also not be accepted as referrals.