Manager Information Security
Manager Information Security
Portugal - Lisbon Apply NowJoin our team at AMGEN Capability Center Portugal, the #1 company in Best Workplaces™ (201–500 employees' category) in Portugal in 2024 by the Great Place to Work Institute. With over 500 talented individuals from more than 40 nationalities, our Lisbon center thrives at the intersection of innovation, excellence, and inspiration. This is your opportunity to explore the future of healthcare through technology and digital innovation, supporting our mission To Serve Patients.
Manager Information Security
At AMGEN, Technology isn’t just a support function—it’s a catalyst for discovery, transformation, and real-world impact. Here, your ideas fuel innovation that improves and saves lives of patients in dire need of our medicines. Are you ready to do meaningful work that matters?
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WHAT YOU WILL DO
In this role you will be responsible for the oversight and hands-on leadership of the Access and Controls Authorization within the Digital Identity Access Services (DIAS) team across the CDT (Cybersecurity & Digital Trust) organization.
You will lead Identity & Access Management (IAM), provisioning, partner security enablement, and access governance initiatives to ensure secure, compliant, and scalable access solutions across Amgen’s global enterprise. This role is responsible for IAM strategy, provisioning standards, role-based access controls, partner collaboration security, audit readiness, and operational excellence while partnering closely with Information Security, DTI, Privacy, Legal, HR, and external vendors.
Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role you will:
Lead IAM, provisioning, access governance, and partner security enablement initiatives across DIAS.
Oversee onboarding/offboarding, role-based access controls (RBAC), privileged access management (PAM), and least privilege access models.
Manage secure collaboration and data exchange solutions including Microsoft 365, SharePoint, MOVEit MFT, AWS DataSync, and related cloud technologies.
Support external partner onboarding, secure access enablement, and third-party collaboration services aligned with enterprise security standards.
Partner with business teams and external vendors to deliver secure B2B connectivity, file transfer, and collaboration solutions.
Provide oversight for partner access reviews, external workforce governance, and secure information exchange processes.
Ensure compliance with SOX, GxP, GDPR, HIPAA, NIST, ISO, and internal security standards.
Partner with cross-functional teams to design scalable and secure identity and access solutions.
Lead audits, access reviews, incident response support, and remediation activities.
Drive automation, operational metrics, KPI reporting, and continuous process improvements.
Mentor technical teams and support strategic roadmap, vendor, and governance activities.
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WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU
We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The tech professional we seek is a creative problem-solver and a team player with these qualifications:
Strong expertise in IAM technologies including SailPoint, Saviynt, Okta, Entra ID/Azure AD, IBM ISIM/IGI, ForgeRock, and Microsoft Identity Manager.
Experience with identity governance, provisioning, RBAC, PAM, SSO, federation, and cloud-based IAM solutions.
Knowledge of cloud platforms, networking, secure protocols, Active Directory, APIs, and enterprise collaboration technologies.
Experience with ServiceNow, Agile/DevOps methodologies, and scripting/automation using PowerShell or Python.
Strong understanding of security frameworks, compliance standards, and regulated environments.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree with 4+ years of experience in Information Security, IAM, or Information Technology
ORBachelor’s degree with 6+ years of experience in Information Security, IAM, or Information Technology
ORDiploma with 8+ years of experience in Information Security, IAM, or Information Technology
Preferred Qualifications
Experience leading IAM provisioning, partner enablement, or identity governance programs in large global enterprises.
Strong understanding of external workforce onboarding, third-party access governance, and secure collaboration ecosystems.
Experience integrating IAM platforms with enterprise collaboration and file transfer technologies.
Proven ability to balance operational support, governance, compliance, and strategic IAM transformation initiatives.
Experience in regulated industries such as biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, life sciences, or clinical environments.
Experience managing systems subject to FDA, SOX, GxP, GDPR, HIPAA, or related compliance requirements.
Strong vendor management and global client-facing experience.
Experience with provisioning architecture and identity governance programs.
Familiarity with RESTful APIs and IAM integrations.
Experience supporting external workforce and partner collaboration ecosystems.
Strong presentation, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced global environments.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and critical thinking capabilities.
Experience developing operational metrics, KPIs, dashboards, and governance reporting.
Preferred Certifications
CompTIA Security+
Cloud Identity or Security Certifications
CISSP, CISM, or equivalent security certifications
Professional Skills
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work effectively with global and virtual teams.
High degree of initiative, accountability, and self-motivation.
Strong organizational and project management skills.
Ability to communicate technical concepts to business stakeholders.
Team-oriented mindset with focus on operational excellence and continuous improvement.
Additional Information
Participate in on-call support or after-hours activities when required.
Travel up to 10% domestically and/or internationally as needed.
Maintain a high standard of security, compliance, and operational excellence across all supported platforms and processes.
THRIVE
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT OF US
As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also care deeply for our teammates’ well-being and growth.
Work That Matters – Build tech that accelerates scientific breakthroughs and helps patients worldwide.
Modern Tech Stack – Cloud-first, automation-focused, AI-powered.
Global Scale, Agile Mindset – Collaborate across continents while working in nimble, high-impact teams.
Continuous Learning – Access to certifications, trainings, mentorship, and career mobility.
AMGEN Total Rewards Plan – Comprehensive benefits in healthcare, finance, and well-being.
Flexibility – Hybrid work model with time split between our Lisbon office and remote work.
APPLY NOW
Join us in our mission to serve patients.
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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
AMGEN is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation