Senior Information Security Architect

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Do you want to use your security architecture experience and knowledge to advise and enable one of the most innovative pharmaceutical companies in the world? Do you want to be part of a strong team of security experts, and make a difference by turning security into a business enabler?

If that is your case, you are about to become our Information Security Architect.

What’s the role about?

Novo Nordisk, a global leader in the pharmaceutical industry, is seeking a dedicated Information Security Architect to join our Information Security department, consisting of 190 security professionals. This role will be pivotal in evolving our classification and sensitivity labeling of information and data, driving implementation of information classification and protection, managing existing security controls, and aligning with Security Operations for monitoring and response.

As an ideal candidate we expect you have a strong background in information protection, security controls, and incident response.
 

Your key responsibilities are to:

• Lead the evolution of classification and sensitivity labels across the organization
• Manage and govern labels structure and ensure they meet organizational needs and compliance requirements
• Drive the implementation of classification and protection beyond M365, including in Azure Purview
• Set requirements for information protection in IT solutions to ensure data integrity and confidentiality
• Align with Security Operations on monitoring and response for labeled information

Candidate profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field; advanced degree is preferred
• Experience in information protection, security controls, and incident response
• Strong knowledge of classification and sensitivity labeling, especially within M365 and Azure Purview
• Proven ability to manage and implement security controls across a global organization
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CISA) are a plus

About the department
Global Information Security Advisory (GISA) is an integral part of the Global Information Security organisation and is based out of DD&IT in Denmark. GISA is a global organisation with team members situated in Denmark, USA, and India. The GISA department consists of experts across diverse information security domains and strong business knowledge. We collaborate closely with businesses partners throughout the value chain, providing guidance and counsel to ensure the security of Novo Nordisk.

Every day, our thousands of digital experts work in all areas of technology. We navigate the tech spectrum from front-end to back-end, from artificial intelligence to machine learning, and from cloud systems to quantum computing. All to make a tangible impact on lives across the globe. How? Go explore at TechLife at Novo Nordisk

Join the Novo Nordisk family

Founded in Denmark in 1923, Novo Nordisk has become one of the world’s leading healthcare companies. At Novo Nordisk, we are committed to driving change to defeat diabetes and other serious chronic diseases. To fulfil this purpose, we pioneer scientific breakthroughs, expand access to our medicines, and work to prevent and ultimately cure disease. That said, we are anything but linear.

With us, your skills, commitment, and ambition help us change patients’ lives worldwide. In exchange, we offer you a rewarding and purpose-driven culture with talented and diverse co-workers. Therefore, your professional and personal development is essential for us, and in Novo Nordisk, the sky is the limit for career opportunities.

Any questions?

If you want to know more, please reach out to +45 44 44 88 88 and ask to talk with Department Manager in Global Information Security Advisory, Lisha Rodrigues

Deadline

14 February 2025

Feeling overwhelmed by job requirements and doubting if you're 100% qualified? Don't let it stop you! We encourage you to apply anyway, as your profile could surprise us and fit our needs better than you think. So take the leap and submit your application.