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Job Title: DevSecOps Leader - Cybersecurity
Location: Irving Tx, McKesson Corporate HQ
Department: Information Security
Type: Full-Time
About McKesson:
McKesson is a global leader in healthcare supply chain management solutions, retail pharmacy, community oncology and specialty care, and healthcare information technology. We partner with pharmaceutical manufacturers, providers, pharmacies, governments, and other organizations to deliver insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Our mission is to improve care in every setting - one product, one partner, one patient at a time.
Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced DevSecOps Leader to join our dynamic cybersecurity team at McKesson. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in both development and security operations, with a proven track record of implementing robust security measures throughout the software development lifecycle. This role is crucial in ensuring our security posture is proactively managed and continuously improved.
Key Responsibilities: Leadership and Strategy:
Lead the DevSecOps team in designing, implementing, and maintaining security infrastructure.
Develop and implement a comprehensive DevSecOps strategy aligned with McKesson's objectives.
Drive security best practices across the organization through education and enforcement of policies.
Integration and Automation:
Integrate security tools and processes into CI/CD pipelines to ensure early and continuous security checks.
Automate security testing and validation processes to improve efficiency and reduce human error.
Ensure all software releases meet security standards before deployment.
Collaboration and Communication:
Work closely with development, operations, and product teams to embed security into all phases of the software development lifecycle.
Communicate security policies, standards, and procedures to stakeholders.
Foster a culture of security awareness and proactive risk management within the McKesson developer community.
Risk Management and Compliance:
Identify, assess, and mitigate security risks associated with software development and operations.
Ensure compliance with relevant security standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, ISO 27001).
Assist with the conduction of regular security audits, vulnerability assessments, and penetration tests.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (Master's preferred).
7+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on DevSecOps.
Strong knowledge of security frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST, OWASP, CIS).
Proficiency in security tools and technologies (e.g., SIEM, IDS/IPS, vulnerability scanners).
Experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, CircleCI).
Solid understanding of cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP) and container security (Docker, Kubernetes).
Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills.
Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CEH, OSCP) are highly desirable.
What We Offer:
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Opportunities for professional growth and development.
A collaborative and innovative work environment.
Work-life balance and flexible working hours.
The chance to make a significant impact on our security posture and overall business success.
We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please click here.
Our Base Pay Range for this position
$151,200 - $252,000
McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer
McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees and is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age or genetic information. For additional information on McKesson's full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page.