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?
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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
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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 explicit 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
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📌 Senior InfoSec GRC Specialist (Pune)
🏢 Velsera
📍 Pune