Cloud Governance Manager

Franklin Fitch

Boston (MA)

On-site

USD 123,000 - 159,500

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with profit sharing

Generous PTO and paid holidays

Job summary

A leading international law firm is seeking a Manager, Cloud Governance in Boston. The role involves leading the development of the firm’s cloud and data governance practices to ensure data is secure and compliant. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 7 years of experience in information security or risk management. This position offers a competitive salary of $123,000 to $159,500, with a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and a 401(k).

Qualifications

7+ years of experience in IT, information security, or risk management.
Relevant certifications such as CISA, CISM, GSEC, CISSP preferred.
Solid understanding of governance, risk, and compliance processes.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement a comprehensive data governance framework.
Design technical controls for data retention and protection.
Collaborate with stakeholders on data protection requirements.

Skills

Data governance

Cloud security

Risk management

Analytical skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Purview

Data Loss Prevention solutions

Visio

PowerPoint

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Base pay range

$123,000.00/yr - $159,000.00/yr

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Manager, Cloud Governance – International Law Firm ($123,000–$159,500)

An international law firm with a global presence is seeking a Manager, Cloud Governance to lead the development, implementation, and oversight of the firm’s cloud and data governance practices. This role plays a critical part in ensuring that data across the organization remains secure, properly managed, and aligned with regulatory and business needs.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement a comprehensive data governance framework, including policies, standards, and lifecycle management practices.
Design and implement technical controls to support data retention, classification, and protection policies using tools such as Microsoft Purview, Data Loss Prevention solutions, Varonis, and other governance technologies.
Review and assess data security and privacy controls to ensure protection against unauthorized access or disclosure.
Provide training and guidance to employees on data governance best practices.
Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand data access, sharing, and protection requirements and ensure secure, compliant solutions.
Partner with the Information Governance team to support firm-wide directives and legal requirements.
Develop reporting and alerting capabilities that enhance visibility and monitoring of data governance processes.
Offer thought leadership on data governance for cloud platforms, including the firm’s O365 environment.
Work with Security Architecture to develop secure design patterns that incorporate strong data governance practices.
Support the Governance, Risk, and Compliance team by contributing to risk assessments, ensuring proper documentation, and helping craft mitigation plans.
Strong project management skills with an understanding of technology and operational risk.
Ability to build strong, cross-functional working relationships.
Solid technical understanding of cloud platforms, security technologies, and data governance concepts.
Advanced knowledge of information security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO, CSF) and emerging cybersecurity trends.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a willingness to challenge assumptions.
Understanding of governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) processes and technologies.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Information Assurance, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field preferred.
7+ years of experience in information technology, information security, or risk management.
Relevant certifications such as CISA, CISM, GSEC, CISSP, or CRISC preferred.
Advanced experience with Microsoft Purview and other data governance platforms.
Strong understanding of risk management and information security methodologies.
Experience working within or supporting legal or professional services environments is a plus.
Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Visio, and PowerPoint.

This role offers a competitive salary range of $123,000–$159,500, depending on experience, education, certifications, and other relevant factors. The firm also provides a comprehensive benefits package, which may include: