Job Description
We are seeking a SaaS Security and Data Privacy Officer to support Agilent's ACG Services R&D organization. Reporting to the Associate Vice President of Services R&D, this role acts as the security and privacy authority for our SaaS-based service products, partnering closely with Engineering, IT/ISRM, Legal, Product Management, and Support.
You will provide technical leadership and practical governance to ensure our enterprise-grade software and SaaS platforms are designed, built, and operated with security, privacy, and resilience as first-class concerns-particularly as AI-enabled capabilities become core to our offerings.
As our SaaS services continue to scale globally, this role ensures we meet customer, regulatory, and internal security expectations across an increasing number of products, standards, and deployment models.
Key Responsibilities
Product & Platform Security Leadership
Compliance & Audit Management
Security Process & Capability Development
Define, document, and continuously improve security processes spanning:
Secure software development
Access control and identity management
Provisioning and deprovisioning
Incident response and escalation
Business continuity and disaster recovery
Lead R&D security training and awareness programs for engineering teams.
AI-Era Security & Risk Management
Assess and integrate AI-aware security practices, including:
Risk assessment of AI-enabled features
Secure use of models, training data, and inference pipelines
Alignment with emerging internal and external AI governance expectations
Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure responsible and compliant AI adoption in Services products.
Data Privacy Oversight
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
Demonstrated experience leading security and compliance for SaaS platforms in cloud-based environments.
Strong working knowledge of security and compliance frameworks such as ISO 27001, SOC 2, NIST, and GDPR.
Experience embedding security practices into software development lifecycles and product release processes.
Hands-on knowledge of:
Threat modeling and risk assessment techniques
Vulnerability management and penetration testing approaches
Secure architecture and design reviews
Fluency in one or more common programming languages (e.g., Java, JavaScript, C#, or C++).
Experience working effectively with global, distributed engineering teams.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence without authority.
Preferred Qualifications
Additional Details
This job has a full time weekly schedule. It includes the option to work remotely. Applications for this job will be accepted until at least May 28, 2026 or until the job is no longer posted.
The full-time equivalent pay range for this position is $143,760.00 - $240,349.00/yr plus eligibility for bonus, stock and benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locations
Agilent Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and merit-based employer that values individuals of all backgrounds at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, religion or religious creed, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, local law, ordinance, or regulation and will not be discriminated against on these bases. Agilent Technologies, Inc., is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive in the workplace where everyone is welcome, and strives to support candidates with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance with any part of the application or interview process or have questions about workplace accessibility, please email job_posting@agilent.com or contact +1-262-754-5030. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please visit www.agilent.com/en/accessibility.
Travel Required:
10% of the Time
Shift:
Day
Duration:
No End Date
Job Function:
R&D