IT Cybersecurity Governance Risk and Compliance Manager

Eir evo talent; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced IT Cybersecurity – Governance, Risk & Compliance Manager for a permanent hybrid role based in Dublin. This position involves developing and implementing governance frameworks, ensuring compliance, and leading a growing team. Ideal candidates will have over 7 years' experience in regulated environments and strong stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications

• 7+ years’ relevant experience, preferably in regulated industries.
• Strong background in IT Governance, Risk & Compliance.
• Experience in consultancy or advisory roles is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and embedding of governance structures.
• Review, design and implement policies safely.
• Create impactful board-level reporting materials.
• Support the expansion of the GRC function.

Skills

IT Governance

Risk Management

Compliance Frameworks

Policy Development

Stakeholder Management

Education

Relevant qualifications (e.g., CISM, CISA, CISSP)

Job description

Overview

eir evo talent are currently seeking applicants for a IT Cybersecurity – Governance, Risk & Compliance Manager. This is a permanent position located with our client in Dublin. This is a hybrid role, requiring 2 days on-site per week.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced IT Cybersecurity GRC (Governance, Risk & Compliance) Manager to play a pivotal role in embedding best-in-class governance structures into a growing IT environment. This is a key strategic hire, working directly with the Senior Cybersecurity Team to lead innovative initiatives, mature governance frameworks, and shape the future of the function.

You will be responsible for developing and implementing fit-for-purpose policies, driving compliance with regulatory requirements, and working closely with technical and business teams to ensure risks are well managed. Over time, you will help build and lead a team, providing direction and leadership to grow GRC capability across the organisation.

This is a unique opportunity to have real influence and impact in a highly visible role.

Key Responsibilities

• Governance Leadership – Lead the development and embedding of governance structures across IT in a maturing environment.
• Policy Development – Review, design and implement policies in collaboration with IT and the wider business to ensure they are practical, effective and audit-ready.
• Risk Management – Partner with SMEs, Architects and project teams to support risk assessments, particularly for new solution implementations.
• Compliance Oversight – Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements (NIS 2 etc). Standardise documentation and ensure audit readiness.
• Communication & Reporting – Create impactful board-level reporting materials, translating technical GRC topics into clear, engaging visuals for senior stakeholders.
• Stakeholder Engagement – Influence, challenge and support senior leaders, ensuring GRC requirements are embedded in decision-making.
• Team Growth – Support the expansion of the GRC function, with people management responsibilities in the medium term.

About You

• Strong background in IT Governance, Risk & Compliance, ideally from a highly regulated environment (e.g. banking, financial services, or similar).
• Experience implementing or maturing governance frameworks – knows what “good” looks like.
• Skilled in policy development, compliance frameworks, and risk management.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills – able to present complex issues in a clear and engaging way.
• Confident in influencing and challenging senior stakeholders.
• Experience in consultancy or advisory roles is an advantage.
• Leadership potential – interest in building and leading a team as the function grows.

Qualifications & Experience

• 7+ years’ relevant experience preferred (flexible for the right candidate).
• Certifications (CISM, CISA, CISSP, etc.) are beneficial but not essential.
• Prior experience in regulated industries (ideally financial) is essential.

Candidates must be eligible to work in Ireland or currently hold a Stamp 1G/4 Visa to apply.

For more information please apply here or contact Niall Moloney (niall dot moloney at eirevo dot ie)

Ref: EET7407

Candidates must be eligible to work full time and long term in the location specified or currently hold a valid appropriate long term work Visa to apply.

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