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..

Senior InfoSec GRC Specialist