Dir., Security Engineering

GROW WITH US:

Tandem Diabetes Care creates new possibilities for people living with diabetes, their loved ones, and their healthcare providers through a positively different experience. We’d love for you to team up with us to “innovate every day,” put “people first,” and take the “no-shortcuts” approach that has propelled us to become a leader in the diabetes technology industry.

STAY AWESOME:

Tandem Diabetes Care is proud to manufacture and sell the Tandem Mobi system and t:slim X2 insulin pump with Control  -IQ technology — an advanced predictive algorithm that automates insulin delivery. But we’re so much more than that. Our company’s human-centered approach to design, development, and support delivers innovative products and services for people who use insulin. Because many of our own team members live with type 1 diabetes, or have a loved one impacted by diabetes, the work is personal, and we are committed to the cause. Learn more at https://www.tandemdiabetes.com/

A DAY IN THE LIFE:

This Dir, SE will lead Tandem’s comprehensive security program, encompassing information security, application security, and medical device product security. This strategic role is responsible for protecting our organization's infrastructure, business applications, and medical device products while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.

YOU’RE AWESOME AT:

• Develop and execute a unified security strategy that addresses information security, application security, and medical device product security needs while aligning with Tandem's business objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Lead security architecture and engineering initiatives across three critical domains:
  • Information Security: Protect corporate infrastructure, data, and users through robust security controls and monitoring.
  • Application Security: Ensure the security of business applications and internal systems through secure development practices.
  • Product Security: Drive security-by-design in medical device development, working closely with product engineering teams.
• Partner with Product Development and Engineering teams to integrate security controls throughout the product lifecycle, from design through deployment and maintenance.
• Establish and maintain a comprehensive security testing program, including threat modeling, risk assessments, penetration testing, and vulnerability management across all security domains.
• Build and lead high-performing security engineering teams, providing technical mentorship and career development while fostering a culture of security excellence.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance teams to ensure security controls meet FDA requirements, HIPAA standards, and other relevant regulations for medical devices.
• Manage the security technology stack and budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources across tools, personnel, and professional development.
• Serve as a senior technical advisor to leadership on security risks, architectural decisions, and strategic initiatives.

EXTRA AWESOME:

• Bachelor’s (Master’s preferred) degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field or combination of equivalent education and applicable work experience.
• CISSP, OSCP, CISM, CCSP or other relevant cybersecurity certifications are highly desirable.
• 10+ years of information security experience, with at least 5+ years in security leadership roles.
• Demonstrated experience in medical device security, regulated environments, or similar complex technical products.
• Strong understanding of security engineering principles, cloud architectures, and modern development practices.
• Proven expertise in security frameworks and standards (NIST CSF, ISO 27001).
• Experience with regulatory compliance requirements, particularly FDA guidelines for medical devices and HIPAA.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders across technical and business functions.
• Skilled at effectively communicating department or area issues and results within and across functional areas and conducting presentations of technical information concerning specific projects or timelines.  Able to gain cooperation of others.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

In addition to innovative technology, we have a culture that fosters the idea that the happiest people are the most productive people. Not only do we hire forward-thinking achievers to join our workforce; we reward, develop, and retain them too.