About Velsera
Medicine moves too slow. At Velsera, we are changing that.
Velsera was formed in 2023 through the shared vision of Seven Bridges and Pierian, with a mission to accelerate the discovery, development, and delivery of life-changing insights.
Velsera provides software and professional services for:
* AI-powered multimodal data harmonization and analytics for drug discovery and development * IVD development, validation, and regulatory approval * Clinical NGS interpretation, reporting, and adoption
With our headquarters in Boston, MA, we are growing and expanding our teams located in different countries!
What will you do?
Compliance & Governance
* Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive information security policies, standards, and procedures aligned with the ISO 27001 framework * Lead, manage, and mature the organization's Information Security Management System including risk treatment, internal audits, and readiness for external certification audits. * Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) for Security and Privacy Rules, ensuring compliance for all systems, processes, and applications handling PII and Protected Health Information (PHI). * Conduct continuous monitoring and evidence collection to demonstrate compliance with relevant frameworks. * Plan, conduct and manage internal and supplier audits * Plan GRC activities, prioritise and implement them in timebound manner. * Perform detailed security risk assessments and gap analyses on new and existing systems, with a focus on cloud infrastructure * Collaborate with Product, Technology, IT and Security teams to implement security controls into cloud / infra / environments, ensuring compliance. Provide technical guidance to them on implementing controls and best practices, specifically related to cloud security architecture and configurations. * Review risk mitigations periodically and track remediation efforts to closure. * Conduct third-party vendor risk assessments, focusing on their adherence to required compliance standards. * Develop and deliver targeted security awareness and training programs focused on HIPAA and ISO 27001 requirements for all staff, including technical teams. * Evaluate and recommend new security technologies and processes to enhance the compliance and risk posture. * Stay current on emerging cloud security threats, regulatory changes, and updates to the ISO 27001 family of standards and HIPAA.
Requirements
What do you bring to the table?
· Experience:
* Minimum of 8+ years of progressive experience in Information Security GRC, with a focus on risk management, compliance, and governance. * Proven, hands-on experience driving and maintaining ISO 27001 certification programs. * Deep practical knowledge and experience of implementing security controls ensuring compliance in a technical, cloud-centric environment. * Strong technical competency in Cloud Security (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and related cloud-native security services. * Education: Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science or related field. * Certifications (One or more highly preferred): * CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) * CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) * ISO 27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor * CCSK (Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge) or equivalent Cloud-specific security certification (e.g., AWS Certified Security, Azure Security Engineer). * Hands-on experience with NIST 800-53 compliance frameworks is required.
Soft Skills
* Proficiency in written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate complex security and compliance requirements / controls into clear actionable * Strong project management and organizational skills to handle multiple, simultaneous audit and compliance initiatives. * A collaborative and proactive mindset, with the ability to influence and lead cross-functional teams without direct authority.
Benefits
* Flexible Work & Time Off - Embrace hybrid work models and enjoy the freedom of unlimited paid time off to support work-life balance. * Health & Well-being - Access comprehensive group medical and life insurance coverage, along with a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health and wellness support. * Growth & Learning - Fuel your professional journey with continuous learning and development programs designed to help you upskill and grow. * Engaging & Fun Work Culture - Experience a vibrant workplace with team events, celebrations, and engaging activities that make every workday enjoyable. * & Many More...