Gilead Sciences

Lead security operations strategy and manage cross-functional teams and service providers to ensure cyber resilience and compliance. | Bachelor's degree with 14+ years experience including 8-10 years leadership, expert cybersecurity knowledge, and strong stakeholder management skills. | At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world’s biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference. Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we’re looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact. We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together. Job Description Job Description Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a research-based biopharmaceutical company founded in 1987. Together we deliver life-saving therapies to patients in need. With the commitment and drive you bring to the workplace every day, you will be part of a team that is changing the world and helping millions of people live healthier, more fulfilling lives. Our worldwide staff is a close community where you can see the tangible results of your contributions, where every individual matters, and everyone has a chance to enhance their skills through ongoing development. Our scientific focus has resulted in marketed products that are benefiting hundreds of thousands of people, a pipeline of late-stage drug candidates, and unmatched patient access programs to ensure medications are available to those who could otherwise not afford them. By joining Gilead, you will further our mission to address unmet medical needs and improve life by advancing the care of patients with life-threatening diseases. Specific Responsibilities & Skills The Senior Director, Head of Security Operations is a mission-critical leader responsible for safeguarding the integrity of Gilead’s scientific data, digital assets, and operational environments. Reporting to the CISO, this role will direct the teams that provide operational excellence for enterprise security capabilities that protect employees, patients, and the research that fuels Gilead’s innovation. Partnering closely with Gilead’s Managed Service Providers (MSPs), this role will lead the team to provide measurable operational results to support Gilead business outcomes. As a senior member of the cross-functional Security Risk and Compliance organization, this leader will partner closely across Security Architecture, Engineering, Project delivery, Risk, Data Privacy, QA, Infrastructure, Network, and Business IT to translate complex and often ambiguous security requirements into clear guidance, ensuring the organization can innovate confidently while maintaining a strong security posture. This is a site-based role in Foster City, CA at our global headquarters. Remote work is not available for this position. We do offer optional work from home days on Monday and Friday with core collaboration days in the office. This position sits at the forefront of Gilead’s digital and AI-driven transformation and is uniquely positioned to support and secure the next generation of research platforms and data environments that accelerate the development and delivery of lifesaving therapies. The Head of Security Operations combines deep expertise in security policy, regulatory compliance, technology strategy, and MSP management practices with the ability to navigate ambiguity and influence senior stakeholders. This leader will ensure that the business is aware and understand the importance of security across the enterprise, help business and other stakeholders to follow and comply with security, risk and compliance requirements. The Head of Security Operations will be expected to demonstrate: · Domain Expertise: Expert level knowledge of Cyber Security capability areas, including Risk assessment and management, Identity and Access Management, Endpoint Security, Network Security, Platform Security, application security, and vulnerability management. · Strategic mindset with the ability to execute: Define and deliver against security strategies, especially in Identity and Access Management, to protect Gilead, implements automation, and drives for operational efficiencies. · Technology Strategy and Delivery: Position Security as a key requirement to support business operations and understand the value of scalable and efficient technical solutions that provide visibility to threats and allows team the ability to quickly respond to and block threats with low operational overhead and technical debt. · Business Partnership: Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders within Business functions and IT and supports their mission. Partner with senior IT Security leadership to create technology strategies that support the objectives of their functions. Understand the value drivers of the Business and ensures IT Security solutions consider the balance between Security and User experience. Strong ability to partner with Managed Service providers and manage them to agree upon outcomes. · Leadership: Proven ability to build, develop, and lead teams and rally organization around the vision. Key responsibilities for this position include (but are not limited to): · Define and execute a multi-year Security Operations strategy and roadmap, aligning operational capabilities, automation, incident response, identity security, vulnerability management, application security and MSP performance to Gilead’s enterprise risk posture, digital transformation and business strategies. · Lead and manage the Security Operations function to provide operational excellence across all Security domains including Identity and Access Management, Endpoint Security, Network Security, Platform Security, and application security. · Lead and manage the Security Identity and Access Management team to deliver key Identity Security capabilities. · Lead and manage our Managed Service Provider (MSP) Operations team. Establish and monitor OKRs, KPIs, service levels and risk-reduction metrics. · Own operational budget planning, vendor performance, service cost transparency and cost-of-ownership optimization for Security Operations. Make informed trade-off decisions across risk reduction, operational resilience, user experience, cost and business need. · Lead continuous improvement and automation activities to reduce overall operational overhead, improve response times and strengthen cyber resilience. · Represent Security Operations in enterprise governance, leadership risk discussions, audit and compliance forums, and major IT initiatives. · Advise senior leaders on operational security risks, investment trade-offs and response priorities that affect Gilead-wide resilience. Leads a high-performing, inclusive Security Operations organization that develops and retains talent, encourages innovation and enables accountable, resilient and scalable delivery. · Maintain awareness of evolving cyber threats, regulatory expectations, security operations practices and peer benchmarks, bringing relevant insights into Gilead to inform roadmap decisions and operational priorities. · Support Merger & Acquisition related activities. · Lead and manage our application security team, including SAST/DAST application testing, penetration testing, security remediation, and tabletop exercises · Ensure IT activities, processes, and procedures meet defined requirements, policies and regulations. · Work with Internal Audit, Project Managers, System Managers and Engineers - Track project findings, identify and resolve issues, analyze evidence, communicate with stakeholders, and facilitate the completion of cybersecurity related projects. · Participate in other activities relating to information security or other functional areas as assigned. Skills and Experience Bachelor of Science degree in management information systems, computer science, engineering or another IT-related major is required 14+ years of relevant experience or 12+ years with a master’s or PhD Information security related certifications such as CISSP, CRISC, CCSP, GIAC, etc. · A minimum of 8-10 years of leadership responsibilities. · Strong understanding of a wide variety of cybersecurity technologies relating to the following security domains: Audit and Monitoring, Risk Response & Recovery, SIEM, vulnerability management, Cryptography, Data Communications, Computer Operations Security, Telecommunications & Network Security, Security Architecture & Models, cloud security, Multi-Factor Authentication, Passwordless Authentication, Digital Rights Management, PKI, Security for AI and AI for Security solutions. · Strong understanding of NIST cyber security, and MITRE attack frameworks. · Deep knowledge of IT Security and Privacy concepts and controls, and ability to develop security standards and guidelines based on best practices and industry standards. · Able to lead teams through an incident from initial response, stakeholder communications and diagnosis to immediate and long-term remediation plans and activities. · Knowledge of information security risk management frameworks and compliance practices. · Knowledge of securing network technologies, client, and server operating systems. · Strong knowledge of Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) processes and methodologies. · Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills, including formal writing experience. · Understanding of common security standards and healthcare related regulations and data privacy. · Able to assess complex multi-location projects as well as identify and recommend appropriate corrective measures to resolve security and privacy related issues. · Strong customer service orientation and the ability to project that attitude to customers in remote locations. · Previous work experience in a Biopharma organization is a plus. · Previous work experience in a cloud centric environment is a plus. The salary range for this position is: $243,100.00 - $314,600.00. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*. For additional benefits information, visit: https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing * Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. For jobs in the United States: Gilead Sciences Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment comprised of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or other non-job related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state and local laws. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact ApplicantAccommodations@gilead.com for assistance. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the 'Know Your Rights' poster. NOTICE: EMPLOYEE POLYGRAPH PROTECTION ACT YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THE FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE ACT Gilead Sciences will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, (c) consistent with the legal duty to furnish information; or (d) otherwise protected by law. Our environment respects individual differences and recognizes each employee as an integral member of our company. Our workforce reflects these values and celebrates the individuals who make up our growing team. Gilead provides a work environment free of harassment and prohibited conduct. We promote and support individual differences and diversity of thoughts and opinion. For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors: Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday.

Coordinate global clinical trial material distribution ensuring supply continuity and compliance. | Bachelor's degree with 4+ years or Master's with 2+ years in supply chain, ERP proficiency, and regulatory knowledge required. | At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world’s biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference. Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we’re looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact. We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together. Job Description The Supply Chain Specialist IV within Global Clinical Supply Chain (GCSC) Delivery team is responsible for supporting the execution and oversight of global clinical trial material distribution activities to depots and investigator sites. This role performs routine and moderately complex supply chain activities, coordinates shipments, monitors inventory levels, and collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to support study timelines and patient supply continuity. The position applies working knowledge of clinical supply planning, inventory management, logistics, and global distribution processes to ensure reliable execution of supply chain activities. The role also supports continuous improvement initiatives, data integrity, compliance, and operational excellence while developing expertise in global clinical supply chain management and logistics. Key Responsibilities • Coordinate global clinical supply delivery activities, including depot, site, and cross-border shipments, to support study timelines and patient supply continuity. • Monitor shipment status, inventory levels, and material movements; identify potential risks and escalate issues as appropriate. • Process and manage stock transfers, inventory adjustments, returns, and material movements within applicable systems. • Maintain accurate supply chain records, transactions, and documentation to ensure data integrity and system accuracy. • Coordinate with depots, couriers, freight forwarders, manufacturing sites, and internal stakeholders to support timely shipment execution and issue resolution. • Generate, review, and maintain supply chain documentation, including shipment records, material transfer requests, purchase orders, work orders, and related documentation. • Compile, analyze, and report inventory, shipment, and supply chain performance data to support business decisions and operational activities. • Support planning, forecasting, inventory management, and distribution activities through data analysis and cross-functional collaboration. • Assist with document management activities, including document uploads and quality review of supply chain documentation. • Ensure compliance with cGMP, GDP, SOPs, import/export requirements, and company procedures. • Participate in audits, inspections, and compliance-related activities as required. • Support process improvement initiatives, operational excellence projects, and system enhancements. • Provide training and guidance to less experienced Supply Chain personnel when appropriate. Basic Qualifications • BS degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Life Sciences, or a related discipline and at least 4+ years of experience. OR • MS degree and at 2+ years of experience Preferred Qualifications • Experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, clinical supply chain, or other highly regulated industries. • Experience supporting global clinical trial supply chain operations, inventory management, CMO/CRO or planning activities. • Familiarity with import/export requirements, customs documentation, and international shipment processes. • Knowledge of temperature-controlled logistics and cold-chain distribution requirements. • Experience using ERP systems (SAP and/or Oracle), IRT systems, shipment tracking applications, or inventory management tools. • Experience working with Smartsheet, Microsoft Excel, Veeva Vault, and other supply chain business systems. • Experience supporting process improvement and operational excellence initiatives. • Experience developing reports, metrics, and operational tracking tools. Knowledge & Skills • Works on assignments ranging from routine to moderately non-routine in nature where independent action and initiative are required. • Applies working knowledge of supply chain principles, inventory management, logistics operations, and industry practices. • Demonstrates working knowledge of manufacturing operations, cGMP requirements, GDP standards, and quality documentation practices. • Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. • Ability to recognize deviations from established processes and recommend corrective actions. • Demonstrates sound judgment in resolving routine and moderately complex supply chain issues. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate multiple factors and recommend solutions. • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook. • Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a cross-functional environment. • Establishes effective working relationships across organizational, geographic, and cultural boundaries. • Receives little instruction on routine work and general guidance on new assignments. The salary range for this position is: $102,085.00 - $132,110.00. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*. For additional benefits information, visit: https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing * Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. For jobs in the United States: Gilead Sciences Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment comprised of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or other non-job related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state and local laws. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact ApplicantAccommodations@gilead.com for assistance. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the 'Know Your Rights' poster. NOTICE: EMPLOYEE POLYGRAPH PROTECTION ACT YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THE FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE ACT Gilead Sciences will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, (c) consistent with the legal duty to furnish information; or (d) otherwise protected by law. Our environment respects individual differences and recognizes each employee as an integral member of our company. Our workforce reflects these values and celebrates the individuals who make up our growing team. Gilead provides a work environment free of harassment and prohibited conduct. We promote and support individual differences and diversity of thoughts and opinion. For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors: Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday.

Lead enterprise IAM control effectiveness, manage IAM operations, vendor performance, and regulatory compliance. | Bachelor's degree and 6+ years in IT/InfoSec with hands-on IAM platform experience and regulatory knowledge required. | At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world’s biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference. Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we’re looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact. We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together. Job Description Essential Job Functions: Owns enterprise IAM control effectiveness, ensuring identity governance, certification, and access controls are consistently enforced, measurable, and audit-ready across systems and data domains. Leads and governs DOJ Data Security Program (DSP) IAM controls, including definition, implementation, and ongoing validation of access restrictions protecting sensitive and regulated data. Drives and matures access certification programs, including campaign strategy, execution oversight, reviewer accountability, exception governance, and remediation enforcement. Owns role-based access control (RBAC) strategy and execution, including role engineering, role lifecycle management, and alignment to least privilege and compliance requirements. Establishes and enforces standardized access models and certification scope across enterprise and cloud applications, ensuring consistency and scalability. Oversees identity lifecycle management (joiner, mover, leaver) as a controlled process, ensuring timely and accurate provisioning aligned with authoritative data sources and governance policies. Provides leadership over IAM operations, including access request fulfillment, incident/problem management, and operational issue resolution across integrated platforms. Acts as service owner for IAM platforms, accountable for availability, performance, control enforcement, and continuous service improvement. Manages managed service providers and vendors supporting IAM, including defining SLAs/KPIs, monitoring performance, and enforcing delivery accountability. Drives onboarding of applications into IAM platforms with a focus on RBAC alignment, certification inclusion, and governance standardization, reducing control gaps. Ensures IAM processes and controls support audit, compliance, and regulatory readiness, including GxP and 21 CFR Part 11 requirements. Partners with Security, Architecture, and business stakeholders to evolve IAM control frameworks and improve governance effectiveness across the enterprise. Identifies and implements improvements to IAM processes, tools, and operating models to enhance control maturity, operational efficiency, and scalability. Required Skills & Job Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree plus 6+ years of IT and/or Information Security experience. Strong experience owning and operating IAM governance and control functions, including certification and RBAC at enterprise scale. Hands-on experience with IAM platforms such as SailPoint IdentityIQ, SailPoint Identity Security Cloud, or Saviynt. Deep experience with access certification programs, RBAC design, and identity lifecycle governance. Understanding of regulatory-driven IAM controls, including DOJ DSP, GxP, and 21 CFR Part 11. Experience leading IAM operations and service delivery in complex, hybrid enterprise environments. Working knowledge of directory services (Active Directory, LDAP) and application integration patterns. Preferred Skills: Experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences environments. Familiarity with evolving access control models (e.g., ABAC) and modern IAM architectures. Experience supporting regulatory audits and control validation activities. Broad knowledge of enterprise IT systems, cloud platforms, and application architectures. The salary range for this position is: $146,540.00 - $189,640.00. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*. For additional benefits information, visit: https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing * Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. For jobs in the United States: Gilead Sciences Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment comprised of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or other non-job related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state and local laws. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact ApplicantAccommodations@gilead.com for assistance. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the 'Know Your Rights' poster. NOTICE: EMPLOYEE POLYGRAPH PROTECTION ACT YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THE FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE ACT Gilead Sciences will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, (c) consistent with the legal duty to furnish information; or (d) otherwise protected by law. Our environment respects individual differences and recognizes each employee as an integral member of our company. Our workforce reflects these values and celebrates the individuals who make up our growing team. Gilead provides a work environment free of harassment and prohibited conduct. We promote and support individual differences and diversity of thoughts and opinion. For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors: Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday.