About the company

Biorce is a pioneering Healthtech company dedicated to revolutionizing drug development through the power of AI. We are passionate about accelerating medical advancements and improving patient outcomes.

Our team comprises seasoned clinical research professionals, data scientists, and AI experts, working collaboratively to bridge the gap between cutting-edge technology and real-world clinical needs.

With an unwavering commitment to revolutionize healthcare, we envision a world where all patients benefit from accelerated and cost-effective access to treatments. Biorce is poised to redefine the landscape of healthcare, shaping a future where innovation and accessibility converge for the betterment of humanity.

About the role

Following our successful expansion into the U.S. and continued growth across Europe, we are seeking a Head of Security to help drive our Engineering and Platform function from our Austin hub.

Reporting directly to our Head of Digital, this person will play a critical role in owning and advancing the security strategy, architecture, and compliance posture of Biorce's AI-driven clinical platform.

This is a rare opportunity to build a security program from the ground up at a high-growth company operating at the intersection of AI, life sciences, and regulated data — with full ownership and the ability to make a real mark.

Who We're Looking For:

A seasoned security leader who thrives equally in strategic and hands-on work. Someone with deep technical roots in cloud security and compliance, combined with the leadership experience to build and grow a security function. This person should be able to translate complex regulatory requirements into practical implementations, lead external audits with confidence, and embed a culture of security across a fast-moving engineering organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own Biorce's end-to-end security architecture and roadmap across cloud infrastructure, Kubernetes, CI/CD, and application layers.
• Lead SOC 2 and ISO 27001 compliance programs end-to-end, including audit preparation and acting as the primary contact for auditors and assessors.
• Define and enforce identity and access management strategies, encryption standards, and secrets management across the platform.
• Collaborate with AI and Data teams to design secure, compliant ML pipelines and govern against emerging AI regulations such as the EU AI Act and NIST AI RMF.
• Design and own incident response programs, security monitoring, and vulnerability management.
• Build, hire, and mentor a high-performing security team as the function scales.
• Act as a hands-on security advisor to engineering teams, enabling secure-by-default development practices.

Requirements

• 7–12+ years in Security Engineering or Security Architecture, with progressive leadership responsibility.
• Proven track record personally leading SOC 2 and ISO 27001 audits end-to-end — experience leading external audits is essential.
• Deep hands-on experience with cloud security in GCP (preferred), including IAM, networking, and managed services.
• Strong command of Kubernetes security, container security, and CI/CD security.
• Experience building or leading security programs in a regulated industry.
• Fluency with infrastructure-as-code, GitOps, secrets management, and encryption standards.
• Ability to translate regulatory requirements (GDPR, HIPAA, GxP) into practical technical implementations.

Nice-to-Haves

• Experience in healthcare, life sciences, or fintech.
• Background in AI/ML security, data governance, or model risk management.
• Experience with Vanta or similar compliance automation platforms.
• Familiarity with NIST, CIS Controls, and NIST AI RMF frameworks.
• Knowledge of privacy engineering and GDPR implementation.
• Track record of hiring and retaining security talent in competitive markets.

Why Join Us?

• A dynamic work environment with an international team, where collaboration and diversity thrive.
• Work alongside top talent, united by a shared purpose and committed to making a real impact.
• Comprehensive private health coverage to ensure your physical and mental well-being.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility to balance your professional and personal life.
• Company events to celebrate achievements and enjoy time together.
• Get equipped with a MacBook to enhance your productivity and work experience.
• Our office is pet-friendly — you'll likely be greeted by a few wagging tails upon arrival.

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