POur executive search firm is partnering with a bleading international pharmaceutical company headquartered in Barcelona /b to appoint an bInformation Security Associate Director /b to further strengthen its global cybersecurity capabilities within a complex, industrial and highly regulated environment. /ppbr/ppbRole Overview /b /ppThe Information Security Associate Director will provide a global, integrated and mature view of cybersecurity across the organisation, bridging IT security and industrial OT security. The role acts as a senior internal reference, supporting informed, risk based decision making and contributing to the secure enablement of digital and industrial transformation. /ppThis is a senior, transversal position with strong exposure to executive stakeholders, focused on influence, coordination and prioritisation rather than traditional line management. /ppbr/ppbKey Responsibilities /b /pulliContribute to the design and deployment of cybersecurity plans with a primary focus on IT, while maintaining an integrated view with industrial and OT security. /liliLead complex, cross functional cybersecurity initiatives, ensuring effective governance, prioritisation and delivery. /liliProvide a holistic view of cybersecurity risk, connecting technology, processes, people and business impact. /liliAct as a key interface with senior stakeholders across IT, Industrial, Legal, Compliance and external cybersecurity partners. /liliSupport the definition of cybersecurity priorities, budgets and the security roadmap. /liliProvide strategic leadership for the OT Security programme across manufacturing sites. /liliOversee external Technical Assurance services, including prioritisation, audits, reporting and stakeholder management within IT. /liliPartner closely with IT Infrastructure and Operations, with hands on understanding of IT Infrastructure (AD, Networking, Cloud infrastructure) and Security components (EDR, AV, FW, etc). /liliAdvise on Security Operations and incident response, supporting the SOC and internal service owner. /liliDesign and deliver cybersecurity awareness initiatives, training sessions and executive briefings. /li /ulpbr/ppbRequirements /b /ppThe successful candidate will demonstrate a strong combination of cybersecurity expertise, strategic judgement and senior stakeholder management capability. /ppKey requirements include: /ppbr/pulli10+ years of professional experience in the cybersecurity domain, with exposure to senior or leadership level responsibilities. /liliStrong global understanding of enterprise IT environments and IT security. /liliSolid foundational knowledge of OT security and industrial environments, with an understanding of IT and OT interdependencies. /liliExperience contributing to the design or deployment of cybersecurity or information security programmes. /liliProven ability to influence senior stakeholders and operate effectively in matrixed organisational structures. /liliHands on exposure to security systems and security operations, with the ability to clearly translate technical risks into business relevant insights. /liliUniversity degree in a relevant discipline. /li /ulpbr/ppExperience in regulated or industrial environments, international contexts or OT security initiatives will be considered an advantage. /ppbr/ppbWhy This Opportunity /b /pulliSenior, high visibility role within a global pharmaceutical organisation. /liliDirect exposure to executive stakeholders and strategic decision making. /liliOpportunity to shape cybersecurity across both IT and industrial environments. /liliTransversal role focused on influence and impact rather than traditional line management. /li /ulpbr/ppbIf this opportunity aligns with your experience and career aspirations, we encourage you to apply. /b /p