Director, Security Operations & Resilience

IDEXX is seeking a seasoned and strategic Director, Security Operations & Resilience to help shape and lead the evolution of our Security Operations and Vulnerability Management programs.  Reporting directly to the CISO, this individual will serve as a senior leader within the Information Security organization, driving operational excellence, strategic execution, and security maturity across key domains.

As the Director, Security Operations & Resilience, you will own visibility, vigilance and readiness, minimizing exposure and accelerating response.  You will be instrumental in enhancing IDEXX’s security posture—enabling a more resilient, adaptable, and security-aware enterprise prepared to navigate today’s evolving threat landscape. You will provide both direct operational oversight and long-term strategic leadership.

In this role...

• You will lead the Security Operations team, focusing on real-time detection, response, and automation to improve incident response capabilities.
• You will build and mature a full lifecycle Vulnerability Management program, from asset discovery to remediation tracking and reporting.
• Build and mentor high-performing security teams with an emphasis on professional development and succession planning.
• Partner with the CISO and the rest of the InfoSec leadership team to shape and implement the long-term cybersecurity strategy.
• Collaborate with business and technology leaders to embed security into operations, development, and transformation efforts.
• Contribute to InfoSec executive and board-level discussions, translating complex security needs into business-aligned decisions.
• Lead change management efforts to instill a security-first mindset across the enterprise.
• Ensure alignment with industry and regulatory standards including NIST, CIS, and ISO 27001.

What you will need to succeed:

• 10+ years of progressive cybersecurity experience, including 5+ years in senior leadership
• Proven success building security operations, incident response, and vulnerability management programs
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field (Master’s preferred)
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and best practices (e.g., NIST, CIS, ISO 27001)
• Executive presence and the ability to communicate effectively across technical and business audiences
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or GIAC are strongly preferred

Location: It is required that this role be on-site at our corporate HQ in Westbrook, Maine. Please be driving distance to our corporate office. Alternatively, we will consider individuals who are willing to relocate to Maine for this role.