Principal Security & Compliance Analyst

Autodesk; Toronto; On-site; CAD 125,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

Autodesk is seeking a Principal Security & Compliance Analyst to lead security and regulatory compliance efforts across key products and services. You will collaborate with system owners and control owners to assess requirements, remediate gaps, and drive strategic initiatives including AI-driven workflows.

The role demands deep knowledge of security frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, and related standards, along with strong project management and mentoring skills to develop teams and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field; relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CISA) preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to clearly articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Support the compliance efforts of key Autodesk products to ensure their compliance with Autodesk's standards and regulatory requirements and certifications.
• Develop and implement strategies to seamlessly integrate products and services into Autodesk compliance programs.
• Make use of AI as a part of daily work and consistently scale and transform easily repeatable tasks and workstreams into streamlined, event driven compliance.
• Evaluate new compliance frameworks and conduct thorough gap assessments to identify areas where Autodesk's compliance program may need improvement or adjustment to meet new regulatory requirements. Develop and implement remediation plans to address any identified gaps.
• Provide ongoing expert support across existing Autodesk compliance programs including SOC2, SOC1, ISO27001, SOX, PCI, and FedRAMP.
• Prepare and present detailed reports and roadmaps on compliance status, audit findings, and remediation plans to senior management and stakeholders.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior team members to foster professional growth and development

Skills

Communication skills

Project management

Security controls assessment

Cloud security

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field

CISSP, CISM, CISA certifications

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and technically adept Principal Security & Compliance Analyst to join our dynamic team at Autodesk. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of security compliance frameworks, substantial technical acumen, and the ability to assess and explain compliance requirements effectively. This senior-level role is crucial in ensuring our systems and processes comply with industry standards and regulatory requirements by working closely with both system owners and control owners. The Principal Security & Compliance Analyst will also play a key role in strategic planning, leading complex projects, implementing AI-driven workflows, and mentoring junior team members.

Job Requisition ID #

26WD100152

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and technically adept Principal Security & Compliance Analyst to join our dynamic team at Autodesk. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of security compliance frameworks, substantial technical acumen, and the ability to assess and explain compliance requirements effectively. This senior-level role is crucial in ensuring our systems and processes comply with industry standards and regulatory requirements by working closely with both system owners and control owners. The Principal Security & Compliance Analyst will also play a key role in strategic planning, leading complex projects, implementing AI-driven workflows, and mentoring junior team members.

Location: Canada

Responsibilities

• Support the compliance efforts of key Autodesk products to ensure their compliance with Autodesk's standards and regulatory requirements and certifications
• Develop and implement strategies to seamlessly integrate products and services into Autodesk compliance programs. This involves rapid gap assessments, project management skill, and aligning policies, procedures, and controls.
• Make use of AI as a part of daily work and consistently scale and transform easily repeatable tasks and workstreams into streamlined, event driven compliance
• Evaluate new compliance frameworks and conduct thorough gap assessments to identify areas where Autodesk's compliance program may need improvement or adjustment to meet new regulatory requirements. Develop and implement remediation plans to address any identified gaps
• Provide ongoing expert support across existing Autodesk compliance programs including SOC2, SOC1, ISO27001, SOX, PCI, and FedRAMP
• Prepare and present detailed reports and roadmaps on compliance status, audit findings, and remediation plans to senior management and stakeholders
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior team members to foster professional growth and development

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field; relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CISA) preferred
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in security compliance, information security, or a related field, with a strong technical background
• Proven experience with supporting compliance efforts and integration of recent acquisitions
• In-depth knowledge of security compliance frameworks, standards, and regulations (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to clearly articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Proven experience with decision-making frameworks and experience driving different length projects simultaneously
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage complex projects, including planning, execution, and delivery
• Experience in assessing security controls and explaining compliance requirements to technically minded control owners
• Experience with cloud security and compliance (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) is highly desirable
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously and proactively communicate issues, delays, and impact

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About Autodesk

Welcome to Autodesk! Amazing things are created every day with our software – from the greenest buildings and cleanest cars to the smartest factories and biggest hit movies. We help innovators turn their ideas into reality, transforming not only how things are made, but what can be made.

We take great pride in our culture here at Autodesk – it’s at the core of everything we do. Our culture guides the way we work and treat each other, informs how we connect with customers and partners, and defines how we show up in the world.

When you’re an Autodesker, you can do meaningful work that helps build a better world designed and made for all. Ready to shape the world and your future? Join us!

Salary transparency

Salary is one part of Autodesk’s competitive compensation package. For Canada based roles, we expect a starting base salary between $125,000 and $183,700. Offers are based on the candidate’s experience and geographic location, and may exceed this range. In addition to base salaries, our compensation package may include annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Belonging

We take pride in cultivating a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive. Learn more here: https://www.autodesk.com/company/global-belonging

In-Person Onboarding and Identity Verification

This role may require in-person onboarding and/or in-person ID verification.