Bring more to life.
Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?
At Abcam, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.
You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life.
Progress happens together
At Abcam, we believe the scientific community goes further, faster when we go there together. That’s why we work with life scientists to provide biological reagents and solutions that enable faster breakthroughs in critical areas like cancer, neurological disorders, infectious diseases and metabolic disorders. Our talented team of over 1,400 colleagues worldwide is our greatest asset. By applying our expertise and pushing boundaries, together we strive to better serve our customers, strengthen our impact across our industry, and ultimately our positive impact on society.
Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible.
The IT SOx Control, Audit and Compliance Manager is accountable for the execution and ongoing effectiveness of IT SOx controls for in‑scope systems across Abcam, operating within the Digital organisation and aligned to the Danaher SOx framework.
The role partners closely with IT, Digital, Cybersecurity, Internal Audit, and Danaher stakeholders to ensure controls are designed, operating effectively, and evidenced in line with corporate governance requirements.
This position reports to the Senior Manager, SOx & GRC within Cybersecurity and the global Abcam Digital function. The role is based in Cambridge, following Abcam’s agile working model, with travel to other Abcam locations as required to support audit activities.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to:
- Lead the delivery of Abcam’s IT SOx programme, ensuring alignment with Danaher SOx policies, standards, and timelines whilst providing regular reporting, metrics, and status updates on IT SOx compliance to senior stakeholders
- Ensure IT controls are appropriately designed, implemented, operated, and monitored across in‑scope systems
- Partner with system owners and key stakeholders to coordinate control execution and evidence collection, driving standard work, process optimisation, and continuous improvement across IT SOx activities
- Maintain effective relationships with Danaher SOx communities and Internal Audit to ensure consistency and leverage best practice whilst supporting internal and external audits, including issue identification, remediation tracking, and closure
The essential requirements of the job include:
- Bachelor's or Master’s degree in IT, Security Management or equivalent professional experience and a strong knowledge of IT regulatory requirements, especially Sarbanes-Oxley (SOx) with extensive experience of IT technical security controls & processes
- Proven track record of participating in IT compliance audits (CISA desirable not mandatory)
- Process-orientated with an emphasis on standard work and repeatability and a compliance mindset with an eye for detail within the hands-on execution of the ITSOx program
- Excellent documentation and record-keeping skills, monitoring of progress, compliance issues, actions and updates on a frequent (daily) basis
- Proactive plan-ahead mindset constantly evolving the current position to improve levels of compliance tracking KPI’s and progress updates incorporating the ability to identify quick-wins and reuse solutions leveraging knowledge from the wider Danaher ITSOx community
It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:
- Experience with Oracle Fusion and Risk Management Cloud (RMC)
CISA certification or equivalent audit qualification
Abcam, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.
At Abcam we believe in designing a better, more sustainable workforce. We recognize the benefits of flexible, remote working arrangements for eligible roles and are committed to providing enriching careers, no matter the work arrangement. This position is eligible for a remote work arrangement in which you can work remotely from your home. Additional information about this remote work arrangement will be provided by your interview team. Explore the flexibility and challenge that working for Abcam can provide.
Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.
For more information, visit www.danaher.com.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in IT or Security Management
- Strong knowledge of IT regulatory requirements, especially Sarbanes-Oxley (SOx)
- Extensive experience of IT technical security controls & processes
- Proven track record of participating in IT compliance audits
- Excellent documentation and record-keeping skills
- Experience with Oracle Fusion and Risk Management Cloud (RMC)
- CISA certification or equivalent audit qualification
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, including medical plan options alongside dental, vision, life, disability, and mental health support. Wellness initiatives and support programs such as an EAP and vaccination or fitness offerings add breadth beyond core insurance.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits include a 401(k) plan with employer matching and options such as pre-tax and Roth contributions. Broader financial rewards such as performance bonuses and access to equity or an employee stock purchase plan are also described.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental leave and family-building support are described as available, including maternity and paternity leave and fertility assistance. Childcare and eldercare support are also highlighted as part of the overall package.
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What We Do
Danaher is a global science and technology innovator committed to helping our customers solve complex challenges and improve quality of life around the world. A global network of more than 25 operating companies, we drive meaningful innovation in some of today’s most dynamic industries through our operating companies in four strategic platforms: Life Sciences, Diagnostics, Water Quality and Product Identification. The engine at the heart of our success is the Danaher Business System (DBS), a set of tools that enables continuous improvement around lean, growth and leadership. Through the ingenuity of our people, the power of DBS and the impact of our meaningful technologies, we help realize life’s potential in ourselves and for those we serve.
