Our Global Cyber Defense team is responsible for safeguarding Pfizer’s digital assets and infrastructure through proactive threat detection, response, and risk mitigation across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments.
The Manager, Threat Remediation is responsible for leading the execution of threat remediation activities to ensure cybersecurity threats are effectively prioritized, mitigated, and resolved in a timely and risk‑based manner. This role coordinates remediation efforts across threat detection, incident response, vulnerability management, and technology teams to reduce exposure and strengthen the organization’s security posture.
The role partners closely with the SOC, Cloud Services, Infrastructure, Engineering, GRC, Legal, Privacy, and business stakeholders to drive remediation outcomes, track progress, and ensure threats are addressed in alignment with regulatory requirements, internal standards, and business priorities. This role will report to the Sr. Manager, Threat Remediation.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead the day‑to‑day execution of threat remediation activities to ensure identified cybersecurity threats and exposures are prioritized, tracked, and resolved in a timely and risk‑based manner.
Coordinate remediation efforts across threat detection, incident response, vulnerability management, and engineering teams to drive consistent and effective outcomes.
Translate threat and exposure information into clear remediation actions, working with technical owners to define scope, timelines, and risk‑appropriate mitigation plans.
Track remediation progress, validate completion, and identify recurring issues or systemic control gaps requiring escalation or broader corrective action.
Partner closely with the SOC, Cloud Services, Infrastructure, Engineering, GRC, Legal, Privacy, and business stakeholders to ensure remediation activities align with regulatory requirements, internal standards, and business priorities.
Support the investigation and remediation of high‑severity or complex threats, including coordination during active incidents or escalated risk scenarios.
Maintain accurate remediation reporting, metrics, and status updates for leadership, highlighting risk trends, delays, and improvement opportunities.
Drive continuous improvement of threat remediation processes, workflows, and handoffs to improve speed, consistency, and risk reduction.
Escalate material risks, blocked remediation efforts, or cross‑organizational issues to the Senior Manager, Threat Remediation, with clear context and recommendations.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Engineering, or related technical discipline, or equivalent experience.
4+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with hands‑on involvement in remediation, vulnerability management, security engineering, or incident response.
Strong understanding of:
Threat actor tactics, techniques, and procedures (MITRE ATT&CK)
Incident response and containment strategies
Vulnerability management and remediation workflows
Cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Endpoint, network, identity, and application security
Familiarity with SOC tooling (SIEM, SOAR, EDR/XDR), vulnerability scanners, and ticketing/workflow systems.
Ability to translate threat and exposure data into clear, actionable remediation plans.
Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and escalate risks appropriately.
Demonstrated experience in an agile work environment possessing qualities such as a collaborative mindset, adaptability to change, and a proactive problem-solving approach.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Working knowledge of GxP, FDA 21 CFR Part 11, EMA, HIPAA, GDPR, and other relevant regulations.
Exposure to cloud, hybrid, or large‑scale enterprise environments as part of remediation or response activities.
Experience supporting high‑severity incidents or enterprise‑wide remediation initiatives.
Familiarity with security frameworks, risk management practices, and regulatory expectations relevant to pharmaceutical or life sciences organizations.
Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, GIAC, or equivalent credentials related to security operations or risk management.
Please apply by sending your CV in English.
Work Location Assignment: Hybrid
Purpose
Breakthroughs that change patients' lives... At Pfizer we are a patient centric company, guided by our four values: courage, joy, equity and excellence. Our breakthrough culture lends itself to our dedication to transforming millions of lives.
Digital Transformation Strategy
One bold way we are achieving our purpose is through our company wide digital transformation strategy. We are leading the way in adopting new data, modelling and automated solutions to further digitize and accelerate drug discovery and development with the aim of enhancing health outcomes and the patient experience.
Flexibility
We aim to create a trusting, flexible workplace culture which encourages employees to achieve work life harmony, attracts talent and enables everyone to be their best working self. Let’s start the conversation!
Equal Employment Opportunity
We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is crucial to building a successful business. As an employer, Pfizer is committed to celebrating this, in all its forms – allowing for us to be as diverse as the patients and communities we serve. Together, we continue to build a culture that encourages, supports and empowers our employees.
Disability Inclusion
Our mission is unleashing the power of all our people and we are proud to be a disability inclusive employer, ensuring equal employment opportunities for all candidates. We encourage you to put your best self forward with the knowledge and trust that we will make any reasonable adjustments to support your application and future career. Your journey with Pfizer starts here!
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Information & Business TechSkills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Engineering, or related technical discipline, or equivalent experience.
- 4+ years of experience in cybersecurity with hands-on involvement in remediation, vulnerability management, security engineering, or incident response.
- Strong understanding of threat actor tactics, techniques, and procedures (MITRE ATT&CK).
- Knowledge of incident response and containment strategies.
- Knowledge of vulnerability management and remediation workflows.
- Cloud security experience (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Familiarity with SOC tooling (SIEM, SOAR, EDR/XDR), vulnerability scanners, and ticketing/workflow systems.
- Understanding of endpoint, network, identity, and application security.
- Ability to translate threat and exposure data into clear, actionable remediation plans and communicate with technical owners.
- Strong organizational and communication skills and ability to manage competing priorities and escalate risks appropriately.
- Experience in an agile work environment and collaborative mindset.
- Working knowledge of GxP, FDA 21 CFR Part 11, EMA, HIPAA, GDPR, and other relevant regulations.
- Experience supporting high-severity incidents or enterprise-wide remediation initiatives.
- Familiarity with security frameworks, risk management practices, and regulatory expectations relevant to pharmaceutical or life sciences organizations.
- Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, GIAC, or equivalent.
What the Team is Saying
Pfizer Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Multiple U.S. medical plan options include telehealth, comprehensive mental‑health support, fertility/family‑building benefits, transgender‑inclusive coverage, and certain Pfizer medications at no cost. A Wellbeing Wallet and wellness resources broaden the health and wellbeing offering.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company matching is paired with an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, alongside company‑paid life and disability insurance. One‑on‑one financial planning support is provided through Fidelity.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off spans vacation, holidays, and personal days, with additional caregiver and medical leave. U.S. parental leave commonly includes 12 weeks paid with options for additional unpaid bonding time and a return‑to‑work transition.
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What We Do
Our purpose ensures that patients remain at the center of all we do. We live our purpose by sourcing the best science in the world; partnering with others in the healthcare system to improve access to our medicines; using digital technologies to enhance our drug discovery and development, as well as patient outcomes; and leading the conversation to advocate for pro-innovation/pro-patient policies.
Why Work With Us
We are the inventors, the problem solvers, the big thinkers — those who surmount any hurdle to deliver breakthrough medicines to the people who are counting on them the most.
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