Grifols Shared Services North America, Inc
Global Applications & Cybersecurity Specialist
Grifols Shared Services North America, Inc, Brookings, South Dakota, us, 57007
Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine and develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.
Grifols Diagnostic Solutions Inc is seeking a Cybersecurity Specialist to join our Global Application and Systems Team. The Cybersecurity Specialist supports the Technical Support department within Grifols Diagnostics by ensuring the cybersecurity integrity of diagnostic instruments, software, and connected systems. This role bridges technical support and cybersecurity, helping to identify, assess, and mitigate risks while ensuring compliance with global regulatory standards. The position plays a key role in incident response, vulnerability management, and secure product lifecycle support.
Help us lead one of the world’s largest pharmaceutical companies. We are a world leader in plasma-derived medicines with a presence in more than 100 countries, and a growing global team of over 20.000 people. That’s why we need a Global Cybersecurity Specialist. This dedicated function will support the Technical Support department by providing expert guidance on cybersecurity matters related to diagnostic instruments, software platforms, and connected systems.
Primary responsibilities for role:
Serve as the cybersecurity point of contact within the Technical Support department
Collaborate with R&D, QA, and Regulatory teams to assess and address cybersecurity risks
Support secure configuration, patch management, and vulnerability remediation
Assist in incident response and root cause analysis for cybersecurity-related issues
Ensure compliance with relevant standards (e.g., FDA, MDR, ISO/IEC 27001)
Maintain documentation and reports related to cybersecurity activities
Provide training and awareness on cybersecurity best practices
Participate in audits and regulatory inspections as needed
Contribute to the development of secure support processes and tools
Stay current with emerging threats and technologies in medical device cybersecurity
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, risk management, and regulatory frameworks
Familiarity with diagnostic instruments, embedded systems, and networked medical devices
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Analytical thinking and problem-solving ability
High attention to detail and integrity in handling sensitive information
Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities
Proficiency in cybersecurity tools and incident response practices
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
Experience
Typically requires 5 years of related experience in cybersecurity, preferably in the medical device or diagnostics industry. Experience in technical support, regulatory compliance, or IT security is highly valued.
Equivalency
Depending on the area of assignment, directly related experience or a combination of directly related education and experience and/or competencies may be considered in place of the stated requirements. Example: If a job level requires a Bachelor’s degree plus 4 years of experience, an equivalency could include 8 years of experience, an Associate’s degree with 6 years of experience, or a Master’s degree with 2 years of experience.
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Third Party Agency and Recruiter Notice:
Agencies that present a candidate to Grifols must have an active, nonexpired, Grifols Agency Master Services Agreement with the Grifols Talent Acquisition Department. Additionally, agencies may only submit candidates to positions that they have been engaged to work on by a Grifols Recruiter. All resumes must be sent to a Grifols Recruiter under these terms or they will be considered a Grifols candidate.
Grifols provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable laws.
Learn more about Grifols (https://www.grifols.com/en/what-we-do)
Req ID:
530729
Type:
Regular Full-Time
Job Category:
Technical Assistance
Grifols Diagnostic Solutions Inc is seeking a Cybersecurity Specialist to join our Global Application and Systems Team. The Cybersecurity Specialist supports the Technical Support department within Grifols Diagnostics by ensuring the cybersecurity integrity of diagnostic instruments, software, and connected systems. This role bridges technical support and cybersecurity, helping to identify, assess, and mitigate risks while ensuring compliance with global regulatory standards. The position plays a key role in incident response, vulnerability management, and secure product lifecycle support.
Help us lead one of the world’s largest pharmaceutical companies. We are a world leader in plasma-derived medicines with a presence in more than 100 countries, and a growing global team of over 20.000 people. That’s why we need a Global Cybersecurity Specialist. This dedicated function will support the Technical Support department by providing expert guidance on cybersecurity matters related to diagnostic instruments, software platforms, and connected systems.
Primary responsibilities for role:
Serve as the cybersecurity point of contact within the Technical Support department
Collaborate with R&D, QA, and Regulatory teams to assess and address cybersecurity risks
Support secure configuration, patch management, and vulnerability remediation
Assist in incident response and root cause analysis for cybersecurity-related issues
Ensure compliance with relevant standards (e.g., FDA, MDR, ISO/IEC 27001)
Maintain documentation and reports related to cybersecurity activities
Provide training and awareness on cybersecurity best practices
Participate in audits and regulatory inspections as needed
Contribute to the development of secure support processes and tools
Stay current with emerging threats and technologies in medical device cybersecurity
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, risk management, and regulatory frameworks
Familiarity with diagnostic instruments, embedded systems, and networked medical devices
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Analytical thinking and problem-solving ability
High attention to detail and integrity in handling sensitive information
Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities
Proficiency in cybersecurity tools and incident response practices
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
Experience
Typically requires 5 years of related experience in cybersecurity, preferably in the medical device or diagnostics industry. Experience in technical support, regulatory compliance, or IT security is highly valued.
Equivalency
Depending on the area of assignment, directly related experience or a combination of directly related education and experience and/or competencies may be considered in place of the stated requirements. Example: If a job level requires a Bachelor’s degree plus 4 years of experience, an equivalency could include 8 years of experience, an Associate’s degree with 6 years of experience, or a Master’s degree with 2 years of experience.
#LI-DC1
Third Party Agency and Recruiter Notice:
Agencies that present a candidate to Grifols must have an active, nonexpired, Grifols Agency Master Services Agreement with the Grifols Talent Acquisition Department. Additionally, agencies may only submit candidates to positions that they have been engaged to work on by a Grifols Recruiter. All resumes must be sent to a Grifols Recruiter under these terms or they will be considered a Grifols candidate.
Grifols provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable laws.
Learn more about Grifols (https://www.grifols.com/en/what-we-do)
Req ID:
530729
Type:
Regular Full-Time
Job Category:
Technical Assistance