Virta Health

Vice President, Information Security

Remote

$225,000 – $285,000Compensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Health Tech, HealthcareIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field, and hold at least 10 years of experience in information security, with a minimum of 5 years in a leadership role. They should have a deep understanding of security frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, and SOC 2, along with experience in cloud security (AWS, Azure, or GCP), risk management, and regulatory compliance (HIPAA, GDPR).

Responsibilities

The Vice President of Information Security will lead Virta’s enterprise-wide information security program, setting a long-term strategic vision that safeguards our data, systems, and customer trust. They will oversee all aspects of Virta’s security posture, including risk management, regulatory compliance, and incident response, and develop a comprehensive roadmap aligned with growth and the evolving threat landscape. This role will also involve defining and maintaining an enterprise-wide security vision and strategic roadmap, participating in board-level discussions, managing the security budget, and leading and mentoring senior security leaders.

Skills

Information Security
Risk Management
Regulatory Compliance
Incident Response
Security Strategy
Strategic Roadmap
Data Protection
System Security
Customer Trust
Security Posture
Security Culture
Security Investments

Virta Health

Reverses type 2 diabetes through personalized care

About Virta Health

Virta Health focuses on reversing type 2 diabetes through a combination of personalized nutrition, continuous remote care, and behavioral science. Their treatment is designed for individuals diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, healthcare providers, and enterprise partners like employers and health plans. Unlike many competitors, Virta Health operates on a performance-based model, meaning they only receive payment if they achieve successful outcomes for their patients. This aligns their financial incentives with patient health improvements. The company's goal is to reverse type 2 diabetes in 100 million people, making their approach not just about managing diabetes but actively working towards its reversal.

Denver, ColoradoHeadquarters
2014Year Founded
$362.8MTotal Funding
SERIES_ECompany Stage
Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Remote-first work environment
Flexible work hours & time off policy
Health insurance
Paid parental leave
Free Virta treatment & family discount
Internet, home office, learning & development stipends
Employee resource groups
401K & ROTH contribution

Risks

Increased competition in diabetes reversal could threaten Virta's market share.
Rising popularity of GLP-1 medications may divert clients from Virta's approach.
Regulatory changes in GLP-1 prescriptions could impact Virta's business model.

Differentiation

Virta Health offers a medication-free approach to reversing type 2 diabetes.
Their performance-based model aligns financial incentives with patient outcomes.
Virta's continuous remote care platform provides personalized nutrition and behavioral support.

Upsides

Virta Health has achieved over $100M in annualized revenue with sustainable weight loss solutions.
Partnerships with major payers like U-Haul enhance Virta's market reach and credibility.
Growing skepticism about GLP-1 medications boosts demand for Virta's alternative treatments.

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