Director, IT Operations & Security

Encoded Therapeutics•South San Francisco, CA

3d•$195,000 - $225,000

About The Position

Encoded Therapeutics Inc. is a biotechnology company advancing precision medicines for a broad range of genetic disorders. Our mission is to unlock new opportunities for viral gene therapy through genomics-driven discovery. We focus on delivering life-changing advances for individuals with genetic disorders not addressable with current approaches. For more information, please visit www.Encoded.com. Encoded is seeking a Director, IT Operations & Security that will serve to provide Information Technology support for early-stage gene therapy candidates. Reporting to the head of IT, the successful candidate for this position will be a key member of IT leadership, helping to set the foundations to support Encoded’s growth and maturation. You’ll lead Encoded’s IT security program and infrastructure planning, contribute to overall IT strategy, and grow and develop a small team of internal and external resources.

Requirements

BS in an IT-related field or commensurate work experience
7+ years of experience in IT Security and IT Operations with a minimum of 12 years in IT overall
5+ years of experience in supervising/mentoring IT staff
5+ years of experience working in a late-stage clinical or commercial life sciences company
Working knowledge of industry standards, such as NIST, CIS, ISO 27001/2, ITIL

Nice To Haves

Strong technical understanding of Encoded’s core platforms and technologies, including Google Workspace, Okta, AWS, Microsoft 365, Box, Zoom, ITSM platforms
Exceptional people-management skills with a track record of developing high-performing teams
Keen focus on efficiency and cost-savings with demonstrated history of operating within budget
Strong written and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to distill complicated technical concepts for a general audience
Able to build productive relationships with users at all levels of the organization
Sensitive to the importance of user adoption/change management
Strong organizational skills and hands-on style
Skilled in vendor assessment, selection and ongoing management
Possess a growth mindset and a willingness to stretch into unfamiliar areas
Industry-recognized IT security certifications a plus, such as CISSP, CIPP, CISA, CCSK

Responsibilities

Building upon Encoded’s foundations, enhance and mature our systems, people and processes to support evolving operations, cybersecurity and compliance needs.
Provide broad cybersecurity, IT operations and service delivery leadership and expertise.
Develop and maintain cybersecurity and operations roadmaps aligned with business objectives and milestones.
Provide leadership and technical oversight to help IT service desk, operations, infrastructure and security team members deliver on service levels, projects and commitments.
Drive efficiency and scalability initiatives
Partner with internal and vendor resources to perform IT security assessments, vulnerability scanning, network penetration testing, and incident response plan testing to ensure the organization has addressed vulnerabilities, implemented effective security controls, and prepared responses to threats.
Keep current on emerging threats and technology.
Oversee Encoded’s cybersecurity training program.
Develop, refine and test policies and procedures, including Incident Response and Disaster Recovery
Direct the technical elements of Encoded’s data privacy and data security programs
Perform data security and privacy vendor assessments
Oversee system access review activities, collect audit evidence, maintain documentation and monitor security controls to support audits.
Report regularly to senior management on security activities, incidents, and remediation.
Influence and mobilize users across the organization to take action to protect Encoded’s data and embrace a security-first mindset
Refine existing operations and identify areas where Encoded can streamline and improve operational efficiency.
Direct the infrastructure change management program.
Serve as a technical escalation point for complex/sensitive issues.
Communicate changes to processes, policies and systems across the organization
Provide oversight of telecom and A/V services.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package, including competitive employer premium contributions
Meaningful stock option grants
PTO, sick time and holiday pay
Generous Parental Leave program
Pre-tax medical and dependent care programs
STD, LTD, Life and AD&D
Professional development opportunities
Team-building events
Fully stocked kitchen
Purple Tie dry cleaning service
Fitness center