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Security Risk Assessment Jobs in New Jersey (NOW HIRING)

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Support audits, compliance reviews, risk assessments, and regulatory examinations through clear ... Enable Adoption, Security Alignment & Enterprise PartnershipPartner with Information Security, Risk ...

Senior Director AI Security

Trenton, NJ ยท On-site

$150 - $200/hr

Lead AI security risk management including model governance, third-party AI assessments, AI inventory, threat modeling, and regulatory compliance. * Build and lead the AI Security organization ...

NJ ยท On-site

$250/hr

Oversee security due diligence, risk assessment, contractual requirements, monitoring, and remediation for critical vendors and partners. 5. Cyber Resilience & Incident Response * Establish ...

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How much do security risk assessment jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for security risk assessment in New Jersey is $51.18, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41.49 and $61.01 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a security risk assessment?

A Security Risk Assessment job involves identifying, analyzing, and mitigating potential security threats to an organization's systems, data, and operations. Professionals in this role evaluate vulnerabilities, assess risks, and recommend security controls to protect against cyber threats, fraud, and compliance issues. They work with IT teams, management, and stakeholders to ensure security measures align with business objectives and regulatory requirements. This job often requires knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, risk management methodologies, and relevant industry standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed for security risk assessment?

To thrive in Security Risk Assessment, a strong background in risk analysis, information security principles, and regulatory compliance is essential, often supported by a degree in cybersecurity or related fields. Familiarity with risk assessment tools, frameworks like NIST or ISO 27001, and certifications such as CISSP or CISA are highly valued. Exceptional attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication skills set top professionals apart in this role. These competencies enable accurate identification of potential security threats and development of strategic mitigation plans, which are crucial for safeguarding organizational assets.

What are some common challenges faced in a security risk assessment role?

Professionals in Security Risk Assessment often face the challenge of keeping up with constantly evolving cyber threats and adapting assessment methodologies accordingly. Balancing thorough analysis with the need to provide timely recommendations can be demanding, especially when collaborating with multiple departments or stakeholders. Additionally, communicating complex risk findings to non-technical audiences requires both clarity and diplomacy. Overcoming these challenges is critical for delivering actionable insights that drive effective security decision-making and protect organizational assets.

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Infographic showing various Security Risk Assessment job openings in New Jersey as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 57% Full Time, and 43% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $106,445 per year, or $51.2 per hour.

Data Security Manager - Information Security & Risk Management

Jj

Raritan, NJ โ€ข Hybrid

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

New


Job description

At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments are smarter and less invasive, andsolutions are personal.Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity.Learn more at jnj.com

As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

Job Function:

Technology Enterprise Strategy & Security

Job Sub Function:

Multi-Family Technology Enterprise Strategy & Security

Job Category:

People Leader

All Job Posting Locations:

Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America

Job Description:

Johnson and Johnson is recruiting a Data Security Manager - Information Security & Risk Management (ISRM). This position may be based in J&J office in Raritan, NJ or remote in the U.S. with the capability to periodically travel into the Raritan, NJ office.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the enterprise Data Protection Program, including governance, operating processes, service oversight, metrics, reporting, and continuous improvement.
  • Own Data Protection exception management processes, including USB, webmail, file-sharing, Trusted Computing, Secure Data Transfer and other approved service exceptions.
  • Assess exception requests and coordinate risk reviews, approvals, remediation actions, and lifecycle management.
  • Reduce exception volume through secure alternatives, enhanced controls, user education, process optimization, and automation.
  • Partner with EUS, ISRM teams, Compliance, Privacy, Legal, HR, and business partners to design and implement risk-based data protection controls.
  • Define, monitor, and report program performance metrics, exception trends, risk themes, and executive-level insights.
  • Maintain data protection policies, standards, procedures, governance documentation, and accountability frameworks.
  • Develop and implement data security strategies to safeguard critical information assets and support enterprise data governance initiatives.
  • Lead initiatives to identify, classify, inventory, and protect critical information assets.
  • Conduct assessments of data security controls, processes, and capabilities to identify gaps, risks, and improvement opportunities.
  • Serve as a domain authority on emerging data security threats, technologies, and standard processes, providing recommendations for proactive risk mitigation.
  • Lead data security awareness, communications, change control, and training programs to drive adoption of security capabilities.
  • Support the implementation of new data security capabilities and collaborate across J&J teams to deliver a coordinated approach to data protection.

Qualifications

Education:

  • A BA/BS degree or equivalent is required for this position. Graduate degree or equivalent experience preferred.

Experience and Skills:

Required:

  • A minimum of 6 years of dynamic experience in roles within IT Security management and/or IT is preferred.
  • A minimum of 2 years experience in one of more aspects of data security (governance, deployment of data security measures, data labeling, etc.).
  • Advanced knowledge of information security processes and principles is preferred in explaining the business value of cybersecurity.
  • Experience in assessing current security threats, mitigation measures and security vendors/technologies is required.
  • Previous experience developing effective and strong partnerships along with relationship building skills with IT and business partners is required.
  • Results Orientation - ability to aim to timelines is required.
  • Superb communication and collaboration skills, able to network and influence at all levels of the organization, cross sector, multi-functionally and globally is required.
  • Demonstrable ability to influence/collaborate to get the desired result is required.

Preferred:

  • Certifications in cybersecurity (CISM, CISSP), audit (CISA), risk management (CRISC) or Data Security related are preferred.
  • Formal training and experience in developing or supporting a large-scale Data Security program is preferred.
  • Experience in performing Data Security and/or Data Protection project is preferred.

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Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants' needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

Required Skills:

Preferred Skills:

Crisis Management, Cybersecurity Assessment, Developing Others, Enterprise Application Integration (EAI), Enterprise IT Governance, Global Market, Inclusive Leadership, Information Security Management System (ISMS), Information Security Risk Management, Information Security Strategic Roadmaps, Information Technology Strategies, Interpersonal Influence, Leadership, Resource Allocation, Security Administration, Security Architecture Design, Security Monitoring, Team Management

The anticipated base pay range for this position is :

The anticipated base pay range for this position is: $117,000- $201,250

Additional Description for Pay Transparency:

Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees and/or eligible dependents are eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance. Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company's consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)). Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, Employees are eligible for the following time off benefits: Vacation -120 hours per calendar year Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington -56 hours per calendar year Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays -13 days per calendar year Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year Parental Leave - 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child Condolence Leave - 30 days for an immediate family member: 5 days for an extended family member Caregiver Leave - 10 days Volunteer Leave - 4 days Military Spouse Time-Off - 80 hours Additional information can be found through the link below. https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits