Are you an expert at reducing cyber risk in a large, global enterprise? Are you a technical problem solver? If so, then you might be the next colleague to join our Cyber security team at AstraZeneca in Gothenburg, Sweden! Join AstraZeneca, a global, innovation-driven Biopharmaceutical business that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialization of prescription medicines for some of the world's most serious diseases. We are more than one of the world's leading pharmaceutical companies. We are a Great Place to Work, where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. As our Cyber Security Associate Director, you will lead, develop and maintain cyber security risk reduction initiatives embedded within each IT Business Technology Group, and in designated country businesses. This role is crucial in aligning the global Security Policy Framework to IT business functions. Accountabilities: In this role, you will develop and implement security policies, procedures, and operating practices. You will coordinate risk profile development and distribution to IT business facing audiences and maintain compliance with all AstraZeneca Security Policy Framework requirements. You will support cyber risk assessments and make recommendations to IT business facing leadership. You will also help mature the AstraZeneca Cyber Security and Awareness education program and ensure appropriate training for all employees and contractors. Essential Skills/Experience: * A relevant technical degree, competence or equivalent (CISSP, CISM, CCSP) and competence to lead various Security initiatives * Extensive experience working in Security, in a complex, multinational, corporate environment * Deep understanding of information security technologies, networking and network architecture required. * A global perspective on privacy, security, and data protection issues and trends * Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills, autonomous working, direction and goal setting * Experienced in developing and leading innovative solutions and "thinking outside of the box" * Ability to analyze and communicate complex situations, assessing risks and balancing strategic and tactical Security requirements with business pragmatism, risk appetite and innovation * Knowledge of third party risk management approach to business facing specific vendor partnerships. * Experience working in a global organization where partners and team members are geographically dispersed. Desirable Skills/Experience: * -Experience with cyber security assessments and penetration tests. * -Experience of working in other IT disciplines and across a range of industries and sectors. Ready to make a difference? Apply now but no later than June 10 and join us in our journey to discover the next life-changing medicine! About AstraZeneca At AstraZeneca, we dare to lead. We apply our problem-solving mindset to identify and tackle opportunities across the whole enterprise. Our spirit of experimentation is lived every day through our events like hackathons. We enable AstraZeneca to perform at its peak by delivering world-class technology and data solutions. Our work unlocks the potential of science. We optimise and revolutionise AstraZeneca by maximising efficiencies and finding new ways to drive productivity. From automation to data simplification.