Avalo Therapeutics

Associate Director/Director, Information Technology

Chesterbrook, PA · Director

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 21 days ago

AzureCloud PlatformsCybersecurityComplianceProject ManagementHRFDA RegulatoryCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingAdaptabilityGxP

About the role

The Associate Director/Director of IT will be a key contributor in shaping and advancing Avalo's IT capabilities in a highly regulated biotech/pharmaceutical environment.
This role combines strategic ownership with hands-on execution across infrastructure, cybersecurity, cloud services, digital workplace technologies, and business systems.
Ensure infrastructure solutions are compliant with corporate policies/standards and relevant regulations.

Ensure Avalo's infrastructure and cloud computing are properly architecture and scaled to support Avalo's growth.
Lead the implementation and ongoing optimization of cloud-based applications, infrastructure, and services to support business growth, scalability, and operational resilience.
Manage infrastructure including Video/Audio conference systems, and data governance. Ensure infrastructure solutions are compliant with corporate policies/standards and relevant regulations.
Keeps up-to-date with relevant technology to ensure fit-for-purpose, scalable technology implemented to support Avalo's growth.
Serve as the system owner and administrator of Avalo business systems ensure technology/systems properly managed and maintained. Partners with business owners ensure the proper control of system access and content management.
Drive user adoption of enterprise technologies by developing practical guidance, training, and support resources that improve employee experience and effective system use.
Develop and configure solutions from conceptualization to stabilization using various computer platforms.
Implement and continuously improve Avalo's Information Security program ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements (SOX, GxP, FDA, and other relevant regulatory standards).
Ensure Avalo maintains a strong cyber posture, security first, and cyber aware culture.

All agencies/recruiters must have a written agreement/SOW in place with Avalo and prior to submitting any resume or CV.
All resumes must be submitted through the appropriate process.

Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, engineering, or related field
equivalent experience considered
Master's degree a plus.
10+ years of progressive IT experience, including experience in regulated life sciences, biotech, or pharmaceutical environments.
Working knowledge of compliance and control frameworks such as SOX, GxP, FDA-regulated environments, NIST CSF.
Familiarity with AI-enabled workplace tools, governance considerations, and their application in business processes.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Proactive, adaptable, and customer-focused mindset.
Ability to balance strategic priorities with operational demands.
Strong ownership and sense of urgency in responding to business needs.
Strong problem and issue resolution skills.
Technical savvy with ability to quickly master new technology and system.
Demonstrated technical, organizational, project management skills.
Experience supporting cloud infrastructure, digital workplace technologies, business systems, and cybersecurity controls.
Expertise in Microsoft Azure, cloud architecture, and modern IT infrastructure.

This listing is sourced directly from Avalo Therapeutics's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.