Location: Grand Rapids, MI
Cap-Exempt H-1B Position — No lottery required
Van Andel Institute (VAI), a world-class biomedical research institute, located in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is dedicated to improving human health. We are pioneers in the fight against cancer, Parkinson's, and other diseases. We are committed to inspiring the next generation of scientists and educators. Van Andel Institute is seeking a **Lead Cyber Security Engineer** responsible for driving the strategic design, implementation, and continuous evolution of the organization’s security program. You will provide both technical and operational leadership across security engineering and security operations, with direct accountability for incident response, threat detection, and the effectiveness of enterprise security controls. This position plays a critical role in protecting biomedical research assets, ensuring compliance with federal grant requirements, and advancing overall cybersecurity maturity. **What You'll Do** **Security Architecture & Strategy** - Lead the development and execution of enterprise security architecture strategy and multi-year roadmap - Design and implement secure infrastructure across cloud (Azure, AWS, M365) and on-prem environments - Architect secure research computing environments, including data enclaves for controlled datasets (e.g., dbGaP) - Ensure alignment with NIST CSF, NIST SP 800-171, NIH, GDS Policy, and CUI program requirements **Security Engineering & Operations** - Oversee the implementation and effectiveness of security controls (EDR, SIEM, MFA, firewalls, vulnerability scanners, email/web security) - Lead vulnerability management and remediation programs - Drive IAM strategy, third-party risk assessments, and secure system design reviews - Mature SOC capabilities including detection engineering, monitoring, and response **Incident Response & Threat Management** - Serve as Incident Commander for major cybersecurity events - Lead enterprise incident response coordination, tabletop exercises, and red/blue team simulations - Develop