Manager, Cybersecurity Architecture & Engineering

Alfasigma is a privately held global healthcare company founded over 75 years ago in Italy, where it remains headquartered today in Bologna and Milan. The Group operates in over 100 markets spanning Europe, North and South America, Asia, and Africa.

Over three years ago, we embarked on a transformative journey to become a truly global innovative healthcare company with a leading focus on Gastrointestinal (GI) health. We have experienced remarkable growth, nearly doubled our revenues, expanding geographically, and integrating several key acquisitions. We have also evolved our portfolio, expanded into rare and specialty segments, and strengthened our pipeline and people's capabilities.

But our journey is far from complete! In fact, this is just the beginning of a bold new chapter in Alfasigma's history. We are committed to advancing innovation and leveraging our deep expertise to provide better health and a better quality of life for patients and consumers worldwide and expand our reach across diverse markets.

As we continue to grow, we are seeking a Cybersecurity Architecture & Engineering Manager to strengthen our Corporate Cybersecurity function and own security architecture, engineering assurance and application & data security.

Scope of the role:

As Cybersecurity Architecture & Engineering Manager, you will own the design of Alfasigma's security architecture (Zero Trust, IAM/PAM, cloud and network security) and the independent assurance of security controls across IT and Azure Cloud environments, while overseeing the Group's Application and Data Security. A hands-on-minded, design-and-assurance role spanning security engineering, SAST/DAST/SCA, DLP and platform governance in a global, regulated pharmaceutical environment.

Your role:

Design and maintain the enterprise security architecture (Zero Trust, IAM/PAM, network segmentation, cloud & infrastructure security) and define security standards (security by-design).

Govern the function's security platforms (e.g. Wiz, Microsoft Purview), including where operated by external providers, steering their evolution and configuration.

Verify the effectiveness of security controls implemented by IT teams (hardening, vulnerability & patch management) on infrastructure and Azure Cloud.

Govern Application Security (SAST/DAST/SCA) and the Group's Data Security (classification, DLP, encryption), contributing to GxP data-integrity controls together with Global IT.

Coordinate with the other team for continuity on relevant security events.

Who are you:

Solid experience in Security Architecture / Engineering or Infrastructure / Cloud Security, combining design ownership with assurance.

Strong knowledge of Zero Trust, IAM/PAM, Azure Cloud security and network security.

Experience with Application Security (SAST/DAST/SCA) and Data Security (DLP, classification, encryption).

Ability to govern security platforms including those operated by external providers.

Industry certifications (e.g. AWS Security Specialist, Cisco CCNA, Cisco CCNP, Cisco contact center specialist, Fortinet NSE 4-5-6, Google cloud associate, ISO27001 Lead Auditor, ITIL V4, Prince2, Microsoft Azure AI, Microsoft Azure data, Palo Alto Network Security Administrator, Palo Alto Networks Security Engineer, TCSE 1-2-3-4, Nozomy OT security analyst) are a plus.

Good command of English.

What's in it for you:

A technical-strategic role reporting directly to the CISO, building the security architecture of a growing global pharmaceutical group.

Rome-based with hybrid working and a permanent, full-time contract.

A modern technology stack and a regulated, high-impact environment.

Location: Pomezia, Rome

Salary Pay Range: 65.000€ - 85.000€

The compensation range indicated in this job posting represents an estimated average range for the position. The final remuneration will be determined based on the selected candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, in accordance with applicable EU pay transparency and pay equity requirements

Why Join Alfasigma:

At Alfasigma, we foster a culture where the courage to innovate is key to our success.
We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and extensive opportunities for professional growth and development.

Our commitment to people and patients is at the heart of everything we do. We value diversity and welcome individuals with unique perspectives and experiences. We believe that open-mindedness, collaboration, and a shared passion for innovation are essential to achieving meaningful progress.

Join Alfasigma and become part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to shaping the future of the pharmaceutical industry.