Sr. Cybersecurity Specialist
Abbott Laboratories
Summary
This Sr. Cybersecurity Specialist (Threat Modeling) position can work remotely within the U.S.
Job description
The Opportunity
This Sr. Cybersecurity Specialist (Threat Modeling) position can work remotely within the U.S.
Sr. Cybersecurity Specialist is responsible for ongoing analysis of security threats and vulnerabilities. Individuals in this role collect data from multiple sources and recommend cybersecurity risk mitigation approaches as well as provide detailed analysis of emerging cybersecurity threats. Individuals in this role provide assistance to cybersecurity personnel to aid in identifying and blocking threats through development of security controls.
What You'll Work On
- Conduct threat modeling to identify security risks
- Manage cybersecurity risks through risk assessment
- Define security requirements for product solutions
- Design secure architectures at the system and implementation levels
- Identify options for mitigating security-related risks and assist in evaluating these options
- Support security activities in communications with regulatory bodies
- Develop advanced technical ideas and guide their development into final products
- Maintain a high level of technical knowledge on security
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field
- 5 years of experience in product cybersecurity or related field
- Strong understanding of security concepts and best practices
- Experience with Threat Modeling, Security Risk Assessments, Penetration Testing, MDS2, and SBOM Publishing
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CSSLP, CEH) preferred
Company overview
Abbott Laboratories is a global healthcare technology leader founded in 1888 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. As an international medtech and pharmaceutical company, Abbott operates in approximately 160 countries worldwide with a workforce of over 115,000 employees. The company is organized into four major business segments: Medical Devices (48% of revenue), Diagnostics (20%), Nutritional Products (19%), and Established Pharmaceutical Products (12%). Abbott's medical devices portfolio includes revolutionary technologies such as the FreeStyle Libre continuous glucose monitoring system for diabetes management, cardiovascular devices like the MitraClip and TriClip for heart valve repair, and neuromodulation systems for chronic pain management. The company's diagnostics division pioneered breakthrough tests including the first licensed HIV blood test in 1985. With a rich history spanning over 135 years, Abbott has consistently been recognized as one of Fortune's World's Most Admired Companies since 1984 and continues to drive innovation in healthcare technology to help people live healthier, fuller lives.