Senior GRC Engineer - Client Engagement Lead

Workstreet; Philippines; Remote; PHP 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-first culture

Career development

Technical training

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Workstreet is seeking a Senior GRC Engineer to lead high-complexity client engagements and manage a pod of analysts. You will own the client experience, drive audits and assessments, and ensure compliance across SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, NIST CSF.

You will be the primary contact for a portfolio of US-based clients, guiding engagements end-to-end, handling escalations with composure, and delivering practical, actionable compliance guidance in a fast-paced startup environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience managing client relationships directly — you are comfortable owning accounts and facing clients.
• Exceptional professionalism in all client-facing communication with outstanding written and verbal English skills.
• 3+ years of experience managing or leading a small team (pod, squad, or similar structure).
• 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity compliance, including hands-on work with SOC 2, ISO 27001, or NIST CSF frameworks.
• Proven ability to manage multiple compliance projects concurrently without sacrificing quality or client experience.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced startup environment.
• Familiarity with creating and enforcing cybersecurity policies.
• Experience working in a tech company with a cybersecurity focus.

Responsibilities

• Own the Client Experience: serve as the dedicated primary contact for a portfolio of high-complexity client accounts.
• Lead Client Engagements: conduct regular meetings, deliver progress updates, and guide audits and compliance milestones.
• Communicate with US-based clients via phone, email, and text to address concerns and provide expert guidance.
• Handle Escalations: resolve complex client issues with a solution-focused approach.
• Be a Trusted Advisor: build long-term relationships by delivering practical and actionable guidance.

Skills

Client relationship

Cybersecurity compliance

SOC 2

ISO 27001

NIST CSF

Leadership

English proficiency

Job description

Workstreet is seeking a Senior GRC Engineer to lead high-complexity client engagements and manage a pod of analysts. You will own the client experience, drive audits and assessments, and ensure compliance across SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, NIST CSF.

You will be the primary contact for a portfolio of US-based clients, guiding engagements end-to-end, handling escalations with composure, and delivering practical, actionable compliance guidance in a fast-paced startup environment.