Associate Director, IT Infrastructure and Security

Disc Medicine; Massachusetts; Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Disc Medicine is seeking an Associate Director, IT Infrastructure and Security to lead the strategy, design, and ongoing operations of the company’s IT backbone, including Microsoft 365, AWS, and web infrastructure. This is a hybrid role with the option to work remotely and from our Watertown, MA headquarters.

You will partner with MSPs to modernize infrastructure, enforce robust security programs, ensure regulatory compliance (SOX, GxP, FDA), and govern data protection and cloud DevOps

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, engineering, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• 10+ years of progressive IT experience in regulated life sciences, biotech, or pharmaceutical environments.
• Experience supporting cloud infrastructure, digital workplace technologies, business systems, and cybersecurity controls.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Microsoft 365 environment including IAM, Intune, MS Defender and Purview.
• Ensure secure endpoint configuration and management with MSPs and Security Operations Center.
• Architect and ensure scalable cloud infrastructure to support company growth.
• Lead data governance including DLP, sensitivity labels and AI security policies.
• Advance information security program to align with SOX, GxP, FDA, and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with MSPs to manage web hosting, DNS, Cloudflare, and Github infrastructure.
• Architect and support cloud-based DevOps environment.
• Ensure robust home office technology infrastructure.
• Lead implementation and optimization of cloud-based applications and infrastructure.
• Ensure infrastructure solutions comply with policies and standards.

Skills

IT Infrastructure

Cloud Architecture

Security & Compliance

MS Azure

Microsoft 365

Vendor Management

DevOps

IAM

BYOD & Endpoint

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT/CS/Engineering

Tools

Azure

Intune

MS Defender

Cloudflare

Job description

Associate Director, IT Infrastructure and Security

Massachusetts - Hybrid

Join our team in a dynamic hybrid role, offering flexibility to work remotely and from our headquarters in Watertown, MA.

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Disc Medicine is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company committed to discovering, developing, and commercializing novel treatments for patients who suffer from serious hematologic diseases. We are building a portfolio of innovative, first-in-class therapeutic candidates that aim to address a wide spectrum of hematologic diseases by targeting fundamental biological pathways of red blood cell biology, specifically heme biosynthesis and iron homeostasis. Disc Medicine values collaboration, professional development, and scientific integrity and promotes an inclusive company culture that empowers and inspires.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Disc Medicine is hiring an AD of IT Infrastructure and Security due to the rapid growth of the company’s portfolio. Reporting to the Head of Information Technology, this position will be responsible for the strategy, design, implementation, and ongoing operations of the company’s enterprise IT infrastructure and security including the Microsoft 365 environment, Amazon Web Services, website infrastructure and other cloud platforms. Working with our MSPs this individual will drive modernization initiatives, and ensure the reliability, security and compliance of all infrastructure services in alignment with pharmaceutical industry standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee Disc Medicine’s Microsoft 365 environment including IAM, Intune, MS Defender and Purview.
• Ensure secure endpoint configuration and management in collaboration with MSP and Security Operations Center, including corporate devices and BYOD program.
• Ensure Disc Medicine’s infrastructure and cloud computing environments are properly architected and scaled to support growth.
• Lead data governance efforts including DLP, sensitivity labels and AI security policies.
• Advance Disc Medicine’s Information Security program ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements (SOX, GxP, FDA, and other relevant regulatory standards).
• Work with MSPs to ensure a robust web infrastructure including management of web hosting, DNS, Cloudflare, and Github.
• Architect and support cloud-based Dev Ops environment.
• Ensure robust and secure home office technology infrastructure.
• Lead the implementation and ongoing optimization of cloud-based applications and infrastructure
• Ensure infrastructure solutions are compliant with corporate policies/standards and relevant regulations.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, engineering, or related field; equivalent experience considered;
• 10+ years of progressive IT experience, including experience in regulated life sciences, biotech, or pharmaceutical environments.
• Experience supporting cloud infrastructure, digital workplace technologies, business systems, and cybersecurity controls.
• Experience managing MSPs, vendors, and third-party technology partners.
• Working knowledge of compliance and control frameworks such as SOX, GxP, FDA-regulated environments, NIST CSF.
• Expertise in Microsoft Azure, cloud architecture, and modern IT infrastructure.
• Familiarity with AI-enabled workplace tools, governance considerations, and their application in business processes.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and willingness to engage in hands‑on technical support.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

The annual base salary range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rates are determined by considering multiple factors including qualifications, relevance of experience, education & credentials, subject matter expertise, and internal parity.

Salary Range

$180,000 - $220,000 USD

Disc Medicine is an equal-opportunity employer committed to providing all qualified candidates and employees equal opportunities. We offer comprehensive benefits and competitive compensation packages. The Company headquarters are in Watertown, MA, and we provide a flexible work environment.

Disc Medicine actively recruits individuals with an entrepreneurial spirit and a drive for excellence. Interested candidates should submit their resume to be considered for current and future opportunities.

Disc Medicine respects your privacy. For information about how Disc processes your personal data in the context of your candidacy, please see ourPrivacy Notice .