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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Director, Incident Response & Threat - **Company:** Johnson & Johnson - **Location:** Raynham, MA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $150,000.0 - $258,750.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Information Technology, Cybercrime, Meditech - **Published:** August 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/ED46F37688EA4A3ABF8B7E01FD693F2B/job/ ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Engineering, or a related field (required). * Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or Business Administration (preferred). Experience and Skills: Required: * 10-12 years of progressive experience in cybersecurity, information security, or IT risk management, including leadership roles. * Proven experience leading enterprise-scale incident response and threat management programs. * Strong knowledge of cyber threat landscapes, attack techniques, and defensive strategies. * Experience working in regulated environments (e.g., healthcare, life sciences, MedTech, or similarly regulated industries). * Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams during high-pressure incidents. * Excellent executive communication, judgment, and decision-making skills. Preferred: * Experience supporting global organizations with complex technology environments. * Familiarity with security frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, or similar standards. * Experience integrating threat intelligence into security operations and risk management. * Prior people leadership experience managing managers or senior individual contributors. * Experience with cloud, OT, and medical device security considerations. Other: * Language: English (fluent). * Travel: Up to 10-15%, primarily domestic with occasional international travel. * Certifications (preferred): CISSP, CISM, GIAC, or equivalent cybersecurity certifications. ## Description DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a(n) Director, Incident Response & Threat; this Hybrid position will be in Raynham, MA (USA). Alternate Hybrid locations may be considered at Raritan, NJ (USA), West Chester, PA (USA), Warsaw, IN (USA), Palm Beach Gardens, FL (USA) OR Pune, India., Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopedics business to establish a standalone orthopedics 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, as may be required, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals. 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 to you by DePuy Synthes at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes., The Director, Incident Response & Threat is a senior cybersecurity leadership role responsible for protecting DePuy Synthes' digital environment, products, and operations from cyber threats. This leader will own the global incident response program and threat management strategy, ensuring rapid detection, containment, and remediation of security incidents. The role plays a critical part in safeguarding patient trust, business continuity, and regulatory compliance while shaping a resilient and forward-looking security posture across the organization, and reports into the DePuy Synthes Technology organization., * Lead the global incident response and threat management program, including preparation, detection, response, and recovery activities. * Direct investigations of cybersecurity incidents, ensuring timely containment, root-cause analysis, and post-incident reporting. * Develop and maintain incident response playbooks, escalation paths, and crisis management procedures. * Partner with IT, Legal, Privacy, Quality, and Business leaders to manage cyber incidents and regulatory or compliance obligations. * Oversee threat intelligence capabilities to proactively identify emerging threats and vulnerabilities relevant to the MedTech environment. * Guide tabletop exercises, simulations, and readiness testing to strengthen organizational response maturity. * Provide executive-level reporting and recommendations on cyber risk, incident trends, and remediation priorities. * Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing incident response and threat management team. * Drive continuous improvement of tools, processes, and technologies supporting security operations and resilience. ## Related Videos - [Fighting the Next Wave of Cybercrime](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100331-fighting-the-next-wave-of-cybercrime) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Thinking Differently - How to Make Money from Cyber Attacks & Cheats](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/745-thinking-differently-how-to-make-money-from-cyber-attacks-cheats) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Cyber Security: Small, and Large!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/259-cyber-security-small-and-large) - [Deep Fakes: The Lies We Can’t See](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1187-deep-fakes-the-lies-we-can-t-see) ## Related Articles - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Events like RSAC Get You CISOs. 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