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Job Function:

Supply Chain Engineering

Job Sub Function:

Automation Engineering

Job Category:

Scientific/Technology

All Job Posting Locations:

Blackpool, Lancashire, United Kingdom, Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom, Raynham, Massachusetts, United States of America, Ringaskiddy, Cork, Ireland, Warsaw, Indiana, United States of America

Job Description:

Johnson & Johnson is currently seeking a Manufacturing Systems Cybersecurity Global Lead to join our global manufacturing systems organization in Ireland.

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow and profoundly impact health for humanity.

About J&J MedTech

At Johnson & Johnson MedTech, we unleash diverse healthcare expertise, purposeful technology, and a passion for people to transform the future of medical intervention and empower everyone to live their best life possible. For more than a century, we have driven breakthrough scientific innovation to address unmet needs and reimagine health. In surgery, orthopaedics, vision, and interventional solutions, we continue to help save lives and create a future where healthcare solutions are smarter, less invasive, and more personalized.

Position Overview

Johnson & Johnson MedTech is a leader in orthopaedics, offering one of the most comprehensive portfolios in the industry. Our manufacturing network includes sites in Raynham and Bridgewater (Massachusetts, USA), Warsaw (Indiana, USA), Cork (Ireland), Blackpool and Leeds (United Kingdom), Suzhou (China), and Costa Rica.

Reporting to the Manufacturing Systems Standards Lead, the Manufacturing Systems Cybersecurity Global Lead will develop and maintain the global Operational Technology (OT) cybersecurity strategy and standards across DePuy Synthes manufacturing sites. This role is responsible for evaluating cybersecurity technologies, driving standardization, supporting implementation across the manufacturing network, conducting assessments, and partnering with key stakeholders to strengthen compliance, operational resilience, and continuous improvement.

Tasks & Responsibilities

Develop and maintain the global OT cybersecurity strategy and standards supporting the manufacturing network strategy for the DePuy Synthes Joints platform.
Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, IT, cybersecurity, and site leadership teams to ensure effective and consistent implementation of cybersecurity standards across all manufacturing locations.
Lead the evaluation, selection, and deployment of OT cybersecurity technologies to improve security, reliability, and operational efficiency.
Provide expert guidance and support to manufacturing sites worldwide, ensuring adherence to cybersecurity standards and regulatory requirements.
Conduct periodic cybersecurity assessments, identify security risks and gaps, and drive remediation actions to strengthen the manufacturing environment.
Monitor industry trends, emerging threats, and advancements in OT cybersecurity and manufacturing networks, incorporating relevant best practices into global standards.
Support cybersecurity governance, compliance initiatives, and audit readiness activities across the global manufacturing network.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance the security posture and resilience of manufacturing systems and industrial control environments.

Qualifications & Experience

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
Proven experience within manufacturing, industrial automation, manufacturing systems, or operational technology (OT) environments.
Strong knowledge of OT cybersecurity principles, industrial control systems (ICS), manufacturing networks, and cybersecurity frameworks.
Experience developing and implementing global standards, policies, and governance models across multiple sites and regions.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk assessment capabilities.
Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills in a global matrix organization.
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and drive alignment across geographically dispersed teams.
Self-driven professional with a passion for continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Preferred

Experience supporting regulated manufacturing environments within MedTech, pharmaceutical, or healthcare industries.
Knowledge of ISA/IEC 62443, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, NIST 800-82, or similar industrial cybersecurity standards.
Relevant cybersecurity certifications such as CISSP, GICSP, CISM, or equivalent.
Experience working within global manufacturing networks and large-scale digital transformation initiatives.

Planned Separation of the Orthopaedics Business

Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopaedics business to establish a standalone orthopaedics company, operating as DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, regulatory approvals, and other customary conditions.

Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes and your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Don't miss this exceptional opportunity to join a world-class organization and help shape the future of OT cybersecurity across a global manufacturing network. Apply now and become part of our team.

Required Skills:

Preferred Skills:

Artificial Intelligence (AI), Continuous Improvement, Critical Thinking, Industry Analysis, Innovation, Lean Supply Chain Management, Machine Learning (ML), Management Systems Implementation, Organizing, Process Improvements, Project Management, Prototyping, Quality Assurance (QA), Robotic Automation, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Application, Subject Matter Experts (SME) Collaboration, Technical Credibility

The anticipated base pay range for this position is:

$102,000.00 - $177,100.00

Benefits:

In addition to base pay, we offer the following benefits*: an annual bonus with set target (% of pay) depending on pay grade / location, where the actual amount is based on the employees’ and companies’ performance of the previous calendar year, or sales commissions. Moreover, we offer vacation days, parental leave for a minimum of 12 weeks, bereavement leave, caregiver leave, volunteer leave, well-being reimbursement, programs for financial, physical and mental health. We also offer service anniversary and recognition awards, and subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees - and in some location’s eligible dependents - can participate in several insurance plans. For more information, visit Employee benefits | Supporting well-being & career growth | Johnson & Johnson Careers.

*This is for informative purposes only. Amounts and actual benefits may vary by location and are subject to change.

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