Cyber Security Specialist

Organization: Novo Nordisk GBS, Bangalore

Are you passionate about cybersecurity and safeguarding critical systems? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where your expertise can make a real difference? If so, we invite you to join our Global Security Operations team at Novo Nordisk. Apply today and help us protect the future of healthcare!

The position

As a Cyber Security Specialist at Novo Nordisk, you will:

• Oversee IT security incidents throughout the enterprise network, assess data, respond to incidents, and help address vulnerabilities across all systems.
• Address security incident reports from users, regional teams, and various business lines.
• Detect and handle suspicious or malicious emails.
• Work closely with the Vulnerability Management Office (VMO) to support Critical Vulnerability Response (CVR) activities.
• Use SIEM and other tools for deep packet inspection, malware analysis, and advanced threat detection.
• Serve as a key participant in the Security Incident Response Team, performing forensic investigations and managing incident containment.
• Collaborate with stakeholders organization-wide to resolve security issues promptly.
• Maintain and monitor the technology stack used in incident response, ensuring vital services remain functional.
• Engage in incident response drills and follow the Major IT Security Incident Response Process (MSIRP).
• Guide and instruct Level 1 analysts, while supporting improvements in Security Operations processes.
• Carry out threat hunting activities to proactively spot network risks.
• Recommend enhancements to incident response procedures.

Your skills & qualifications

We're looking for a Cyber Security Specialist who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a passion for staying ahead of emerging threats. You'll bring with you:

• 6-8 years of core experience within IT security, with at least 6 years focused on incident response and security operations
• Strong knowledge of computer networking concepts (routing, switching, VLANs, OSI Model), TCP/IP protocols, and network security methodologies (IPS, IDS, firewalls)
• Hands-on experience with SIEM tools (Splunk or similar technology) and security event correlation, as well as anti-virus, network security solutions, and enterprise network environments
• Deep understanding of common cyber threats, attack stages (reconnaissance, exploitation, lateral movement), and incident response frameworks (e.g., Lockheed Martin Kill Chain, MITRE ATT&CK)
• Experience in malware analysis, forensics, and threat intelligence, with knowledge of PowerShell and how threat actors leverage it for system compromise
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field with relevant IT and business experience
• Excellent communication skills in English (written and oral); proficiency in Spanish is a plus
• Security certifications such as CEH, SANS or equivalent are highly valued
• Experience in AWS/Azure/cloud environments with good experience in Microsoft defender Product Suit.
• Self-driven with strong personal integrity, flexibility, and superior team player mentality, capable of making independent decisions during critical security incidents

About the department

Global Security Operations (GSO) is the technical backbone of Novo Nordisk’s Information Security function. Based in Bangalore our team operates globally across the Americas, EMEA, and APAC regions. We design, operate, and maintain essential security infrastructures, including intrusion prevention and detection systems for both on-premises and cloud environments. The atmosphere in our department is fast-paced, dynamic, and collaborative, with a shared commitment to protecting Novo Nordisk’s IT infrastructure and ensuring operational excellence. Join a team that values innovation, teamwork, and a proactive approach to cybersecurity.

Working at Novo Nordisk

Every day we seek the solutions that defeat serious chronic diseases. To do this, we approach our work with determination, constant curiosity and a commitment to finding better ways forward. For over 100 years, this dedication has driven us to build a company focused on lasting change for long-term health. One where diverse thinking, shared purpose and mutual respect come together to create extraordinary results. When you join us, you're not just starting a job – you're becoming part of a story that spans generations.

What we offer

There is, of course, more on offer here than the uniqueness of our culture and the extraordinary results we produce. Being part of a global healthcare company means opportunities to learn and develop are all around us, while our benefits are designed with your career and life stage in mind.

Deadline

24 March 2026. (Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis).

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes – we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and preventing diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger – a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.