Director, Cyber Governance and Compliance

S&P Global; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 150,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Flexible Downtime

Continuous Learning

Invest in Your Future

Family Friendly Perks

Beyond the Basics

Job summary

S&P Global Market Intelligence is seeking a senior security governance and risk leader to negotiate security terms in client contracts, assess risk-based commitments, and drive regulatory alignment across development and legal teams.

The role requires deep GRC expertise, strong communication with executives, and the ability to translate complex regulations into actionable security guidance for external products and services.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of progressive experience in security governance, risk management, and compliance (GRC).
• Experience negotiating security terms in client agreements.
• Working knowledge of financial services regulatory environments (GDPR, DORA, NIS2, EU AI Act).

Responsibilities

• Lead contract negotiations for security and compliance terms with Sales and Legal teams.
• Assess security commitments using risk-based analysis and communicate rationale to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Legal to map contractual requirements to security controls.
• Interpret complex regulatory requirements and guide development and technical teams for compliance.
• Identify gaps between client demands and organizational capabilities through cross-functional work.

Skills

GRC

Risk management

Contract negotiation

Regulatory interpretation

Security governance

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Risk Management, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

OneTrust

MetricStream

GRC platforms

Job description

About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

13

The Team:

The Market Intelligence Cyber Governance and Compliance team serves as the strategic bridge between security requirements and business objectives, advocating for robust security practices while enabling commercial success. Operating at the intersection of technology, legal, and sales functions, the team specializes in translating complex and evolving regulatory landscapes into actionable guidance for externally-facing products and services. We value analytical rigor, collaborative problem-solving, and the ability to make sound risk-based decisions that protect both our organization and our clients.

Responsibilities and Impact:

• Lead contract negotiations for security and compliance terms in client agreements, serving as the primary technical advisor to Sales and Legal teams while maintaining strategic customer relationships
• Apply risk-based decision making to evaluate proposed security commitments, determining acceptability through analysis of compensating controls and potential roadmap investments, with clear communication of rationale to stakeholders at all levels
• Partner strategically with Legal as the technical subject matter expert, ensuring organizational capability to deliver on negotiated security commitments. Provide potential contractual language
• Analyze and interpret complex regulatory requirements, assess scope and organizational compliance capabilities, and develop comprehensive guidance for development and technical teams to ensure adherence
• Identify and address systemic gaps between client security demands and organizational capabilities through cross-functional partnerships and strategic roadmap advocacy
• Establish and maintain a comprehensive knowledge repository of pre-approved security positions, standardized language, and control framework mappings to drive consistency and efficiency across engagements

What We’re Looking For:

Basic Required Qualifications:

• 12+ years of total progressive experience in security governance, risk management, and compliance (GRC), security assurance, artificial intelligence or third-party risk management, with demonstrated expertise in regulatory interpretation and security contract negotiation
• Working knowledge of financial services and enterprise regulatory environments, including GDPR, DORA, NIS2, EU AI Act and related compliance regimes
• Proven track record of making independent, defensible risk decisions in high-pressure deal environments with measurable business impact
• Proven experience developing and implementing scalable processes, playbooks, and frameworks for security assurance functions in enterprise environments
• Comprehensive technical knowledge of infrastructure and application controls, modern cloud security controls, including cloud platforms (such as AWS, Azure, or GCP), containerization technologies (such as Docker, Kubernetes, or OpenShift), identity and access management, encryption protocols, and security monitoring solutions
• Expert-level proficiency in major compliance frameworks including COBIT, SOC 2, ISO 27001, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, NIST 800-53, and ISO 42001, with proven ability to map contractual requirements to specific security controls
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to engage with legal counsel, negotiate complex terms, and present technical concepts to executive leadership
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Risk Management, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent professional experience

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

• Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, CCSP, CIPP, or CRISC
• Hands-on experience with contract management platforms, security questionnaire automation tools (such as OneTrust, MetricStream, or similar), and GRC technology solutions

Compensation/Benefits Information:

(This section is only applicable to US candidates)

S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $150,000 to $205,000. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individual’s geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses and certifications.

In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan.

This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits we provide to our employees, please click here.

Right to Work Requirements:

This role is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States

About S&P Global Market Intelligence

At S&P Global Market Intelligence, a division of S&P Global we understand the importance of accurate, deep and insightful information. Our team of experts delivers unrivaled insights and leading data and technology solutions, partnering with customers to expand their perspective, operate with confidence, andmake decisions with conviction.

For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence.

What’s In It For You?

Our Mission:

Advancing Essential Intelligence.

Our People:

We’re more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we’re able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

Throughout our history, the world’s leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits:

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
• Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.
• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries.

Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:

At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected andengaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.

Equal Opportunity Employer

S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.

If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: [e-mail] and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.

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