Principal Cyber Security Engineer, Global Product Cybersecurity

Additional Location(s): US-MN-Maple Grove

Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance

At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions.

About the Role:
Boston Scientific is seeking a principal engineer to provide technical leadership for Cybersecurity and Device Management solutions. This role presents an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated security professional to contribute to the creation and management of capital medical equipment.

The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and technical skills to oversee both the functional and technical aspects of a product cybersecurity program. They will collaborate closely with internal staff and consultants to execute key components of the program. Working alongside analysts, IT/R&D engineers, and architects, the candidate will support pre- and post-market cybersecurity activities. A background in IT security—specifically with the Cumulocity IoT platform, AWS, and mobility management—is essential, as these skills will be applied to medical devices. Additionally, experience with Azure or Entra for identity management is highly desirable.

At Boston Scientific, our products and technologies are used to diagnose and treat a wide range of medical conditions. We continuously innovate in key areas and expand into new geographies and high-growth adjacency markets. Within the Global Product Cybersecurity Team, we support our business partners by providing cost-effective solutions to remotely manage and support multiple lines of business. We also consult on emerging technologies, explore technical solutions to business challenges, and offer guidance on product cybersecurity.

This position is part of the Cybersecurity and Device Management team within the Global Research and Development organization and reports directly to the Senior Manager of Global Product Cybersecurity.

Work Mode:
At Boston Scientific, we value collaboration and synergy. This role follows a hybrid work model requiring employees to be in our local office at least three days per week.

Visa Sponsorship:
Boston Scientific will not offer sponsorship or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position at this time.
 

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead cross-functional technical teams, collaborating with corporate IT and divisional engineering groups to drive cybersecurity initiatives.
• Provide cybersecurity expertise for managed platforms and solutions, leveraging Cumulocity, AWS, Mobile Device Management, Azure, and/or Entra.
• Define the technical direction for Cybersecurity and Device Management platforms to meet evolving medical device requirements.
• Develop clear, well-structured reports that effectively communicate technical topics to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Design and implement secure solutions that address unmet customer needs.
• Continuously monitor platform performance to ensure compliance with internal and external SLAs.
• Enhance solution maturity, quality, and efficiency through automation.
• Identify opportunities for new services and processes, leading their development and implementation.
• Strengthen team resilience by providing formal and informal training on relevant technologies and processes.
• Offer technical support for medical device engineering teams working with supported products.
• Work closely with process development, quality, regulatory, clinical, and marketing teams to ensure project success.
• Maintain a deep understanding of challenges and constraints within the healthcare delivery environment and apply that knowledge to develop effective solutions.
• Foster a diverse and inclusive workplace where all team members can contribute to their fullest potential.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and federal/country-specific requirements.

Required Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in Information Technology, with a strong understanding of security concepts in the field.
• 2+ years of senior-level experience leading or contributing to a technical team.
• Experience in security and device management.
• Foundational understanding of Python programming.
• Experience working with the Software AG Cumulocity IoT platform.
• Experience with Entra and/or Azure identity management.

Requisition ID: 598871 

Minimum Salary: $ 99100 

Maximum Salary: $ 188300 

The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) – see www.bscbenefitsconnect.com--will vary based on actual location of the position and other pertinent factors considered in determining actual compensation for the role. Compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, among other relevant business or organizational needs. At BSC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the anticipated salary range listed above.

Compensation for non-exempt (hourly), non-sales roles may also include variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

Compensation for exempt, non-sales roles may also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long-term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

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As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most – united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do – as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn’t just business, it’s personal. And if you’re a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!

At Boston Scientific, we recognize that nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace helps us be more innovative and it is important in our work of advancing science for life and improving patient health. That is why we stand for inclusion, equality, and opportunity for all. By embracing the richness of our unique backgrounds and perspectives, we create a better, more rewarding place for our employees to work and reflect the patients, customers, and communities we serve. 

Boston Scientific Corporation has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To ensure full implementation of its equal employment policy, the Company will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.

Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status.  Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment.  Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements.   As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company’s policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.

Among other requirements, Boston Scientific maintains specific prohibited substance test requirements for safety-sensitive positions.  This role is deemed safety-sensitive and, as such, candidates will be subject to a prohibited substance test as a requirement.  The goal of the prohibited substance testing is to increase workplace safety in compliance with the applicable law.