Quanterix · 1 day ago
Associate Director, IT Infosec Compliance
Billerica, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
10+ years expQuanterix is revolutionizing biomarker analysis to advance precision health, leveraging Simoa technology for ultra-sensitive protein detection. They are seeking an Associate Director of IT Information Security Compliance to lead compliance initiatives, develop internal policies, and manage security assessments.
BiotechnologyHealth CareHealth DiagnosticsLife SciencePharmaceutical
Responsibilities
Collaborate with the IT Leadership to establish and refine the organization's compliance strategies, goals, and objectives
Lead the development and implementation of departmental policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure effective and secure compliance operations
Provide strategic leadership and mentorship to the IT compliance team, setting clear performance goals and fostering professional development
Ensure that all operations and procedures align with regulatory and industry compliance standards, proactively identifying opportunities for improvement
Respond to security inquiries from customers and business partners, collaborating with stakeholders to resolve findings efficiently
Monitor and analyze industry compliance regulations and policies, adapting organizational strategies to align with updates and new requirements
Oversee security assessments, audits, and Third Party Risk Management (TPRM) activities to ensure robust compliance practices
Serve as the primary representative for the organization in matters related to security questionnaires, assessments, and audits, effectively communicating our compliance posture
Operationalize and enforce enterprise-wide security and privacy standards, ensuring alignment with business objectives and operational demands
Review and enhance existing compliance policies and internal procedures, maintaining comprehensive documentation
Develop and maintain a repository of information security strategies and requirements applicable organization-wide, ensuring accessibility and clarity
Establish and oversee a compliance recordkeeping system to maintain accurate documentation of compliance activities
Own the risk register, tracking identified risks and coordinating mitigation efforts across the organization
Drive the management of the Information Security Management System (ISMS) and lead the Information Security Steering Committee (ISSC)
Facilitate employee training on compliance requirements and industry best practices to foster a culture of security awareness
Maintain open communication with compliance regulators, ensuring timely follow-up and addressing inquiries effectively
Oversee the application process for compliance certifications and regulatory approvals, ensuring all requirements are met
Coordinate cross-functional collaboration on risk profiling, escalation, investigation, and resolution of compliance matters
Utilize established risk management principles to enhance cybersecurity performance and reduce enterprise risk
Conduct and oversee periodic risk assessments and audits, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards
Qualification
Required
The ideal candidate should possess over 10 years of experience in a compliance or regulatory environment
A bachelor's degree and/or relevant professional certifications, alongside applicable work experience, are essential
Preferred
Extensive knowledge of industry compliance requirements and regulatory standards
Proven ability to lead compliance initiatives with minimal supervision while fostering effective collaboration
Exceptional skills in formulating and documenting compliance policies and procedures
Strong understanding of regulations and frameworks (e.g., NIST, SANS, ISO) as well as state and local regulations related to information security and data confidentiality (e.g., CCPA, GDPR, HIPAA)
Comprehensive knowledge of digital, cybersecurity, and data privacy laws, regulations, and best practices
Ability to adapt to the ever-evolving information security and regulatory landscape
Strong experience in validation frameworks, their implementation, and management across organizational programs
Outstanding organizational, documentation, communication, and interpersonal skills
Experience in project management, engineering management, or a related field with comparable complexity and responsibility
Deep knowledge of risk management processes
Proven ability to convey complex risk and security information in a clear and actionable manner that encourages critical thinking and process improvement
Must demonstrate a collaborative team spirit and maintain solid working relationships across all levels of the organization
Benefits
Competitive health, dental, and vision benefits for employees and their dependents
401k plan with employer match
Unlimited vacation policy to all exempt employees
Generous PTO policy for non-exempt employees
Equity
Employee stock purchase plan
Performance bonus
1:1 financial counseling/planning
Tuition Assistance
Free, state-of-the-art onsite fitness center for all employees
Free snacks and drinks every day
Company
Quanterix
Quanterix is a biotechnology company that develops ultrasensitive biomarker detection for healthcare.
201-500 employees
H1B Sponsorship
Quanterix has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (3)
2024 (3)
2023 (6)
2022 (4)
2021 (6)
2020 (4)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$533.3MKey Investors
Alzheimer's Drug Discovery FoundationT. Rowe PricebioMerieux
2022-03-29Grant
2021-02-08Post Ipo Equity· $287.5M
2020-08-06Post Ipo Equity· $97.6M
Leadership Team
Vandana Sriram
Chief Financial Officer
Darrin Crisitello
Chief Commercial Officer (CCO)
Recent News
2026-01-17
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