Head of Security & IT

Chamber; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the healthcare industry is looking for a Head of Security & IT to establish its security and IT framework. This key role involves managing cybersecurity, IT operations, vendor partnerships, and network infrastructure to ensure compliance and support team functions, all while working in a fully remote setting.

Benefits

Mission-Driven Work

Collaborative Team

Growth Opportunity

Remote Flexibility

Qualifications

• 6+ years in security, IT, or network infrastructure.
• Experience with healthcare startups preferred.
• In-depth cybersecurity knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Implement cybersecurity frameworks to protect data.
• Manage risk through proactive threat detection.
• Design and maintain enterprise network architecture.

Skills

Cybersecurity frameworks

Risk management

Project Management

AWS

Communication

Job description

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About Chamber

Our mission at Chamber is to empower cardiology teams to operate in a value-based world, ensuring that providers are compensated for delivering the right care at the right time. The company supports cardiologists in their transition to value-based care by providing technology-enabled solutions, real-time insights, and dedicated care teams. We're committed to blending cutting-edge technology, clinical excellence, and operational efficiency to significantly improve patient outcomes and reshape the healthcare landscape.

Position: Head of Security & IT

Location: Remote

About Chamber

Our mission at Chamber is to empower cardiology teams to operate in a value-based world, ensuring that providers are compensated for delivering the right care at the right time. The company supports cardiologists in their transition to value-based care by providing technology-enabled solutions, real-time insights, and dedicated care teams. We're committed to blending cutting-edge technology, clinical excellence, and operational efficiency to significantly improve patient outcomes and reshape the healthcare landscape.

Role Overview:

We’re looking for a strategic and hands-on Head of Security & IT to build and lead our security and IT infrastructure from the ground up. This is a foundational role, which is critical to ensuring patient data is protected, systems are compliant, and teams are supported with secure, scalable tech. You’ll partner cross-functionally to shape our security structure, network architecture, compliance strategy (e.g., HIPAA, SOC 2), and internal IT operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Cybersecurity & Risk Mitigation

• Implement strong cybersecurity frameworks that safeguard digital assets and ensure compliance
• Manage risk through proactive threat detection, vulnerability management, and enterprise-wide incident response processes
• Maintain robust disaster recovery and business continuity capabilities
  
  

IT Operations & End-User Support

• Helpdesk: Ensure timely, user-focused support and efficient resolution of incidents and requests.
• End-User Computing (EUC): Manage device lifecycle, provisioning, and performance strategies.
• Desktop Support: Provide expert troubleshooting and on-site assistance.
• Field Services: Coordinate IT support for remote offices and field staff as needed, ensuring connectivity, event coverage, and integration with central systems.
  
  

Vendor & Stakeholder Management

• Manage vendor partnerships to ensure timely delivery of quality services and solutions
• Engage with business leaders to understand needs and align infrastructure initiatives accordingly
• Partner with business owners to manage relationships with vendors and ensure that vendor costs are kept within approved budgets
  
  

Network Infrastructure

• Design, secure, and maintain enterprise network architecture to support robust connectivity and seamless operations
• Continuously monitor and optimize for uptime, ease of use, security, and performance.
  
  

Qualifications:

• 6+ years in security, IT, network infrastructure, or other related fields
• Experience with digital health or healthcare startups preferred
• Technical Proficiency: In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., APT, Zero Trust, PAM, SIEM, endpoint protection).
• Risk & Compliance Expertise: Skilled in managing IT risk, regulatory compliance, and vulnerability management programs. (SOC2, HIPAA, HITRUST, FedRamp)
• Project Management: Capable of managing complex, concurrent projects on time and within budget.
• Cloud Security Acumen: Familiar with securing AWS, Azure, and/or GCP environments.
• Leadership & Communication: Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels and across business units. Ability to engage directly with end users to diagnose issues or inform improvements.
  
  

Why Chamber?

• Mission-Driven Work: Contribute to impactful solutions that improve cardiovascular care for patients nationwide.
• Collaborative Team: Work alongside talented professionals who are passionate about technology and healthcare.
• Growth Opportunity: Be a key player in an early-stage company, with significant opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• Remote Flexibility: Work from wherever you’re most productive.
  
  

Our Values

Chamber is an Equal Opportunity Employer and our employees are people with different strengths, experiences and backgrounds, who share a passion for improving people's lives. Our definition of diversity not only includes race and gender identity, but also age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion and many other parts of one’s identity. We believe all of our colleague’s points of view are integral to our success, and that inclusion is everyone's responsibility and a cause of beautiful things. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and are committed to a fair hiring process free from discrimination and focused around problem-solving, improvement, and mutual empowerment.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Executive

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other, Information Technology, and Management

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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