Governance Risk and Compliance Analyst

Polsinelli; Clayton (MO); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical insurance

401(k) benefits

Job summary

Polsinelli is seeking a Governance Risk & Compliance Engineer to join our team. The role can be remote but is preferred to be based in Kansas City.

You will participate in governance programs, review guidelines, complete security questionnaires, and support a multi-year roadmap to strengthen data governance and regulatory compliance across teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in MIS, CS or related discipline, or equivalent work experience.
• Strong knowledge of risk and controls with frameworks such as COSO, COBIT, ISO, NIST, ITIL.
• Ability to adapt in a changing environment and manage multiple tasks.
• Practical experience with information security risk assessments and audits.

Responsibilities

• Participate in activities associated with Polsinelli’s information and data governance programs.
• Review Outside Counsel Guidelines to ensure client security requirements are met and document the review.
• Complete client security questionnaires in a timely manner.
• Support a multi-year roadmap to enhance Polsinelli’s data governance capabilities.
• Analyze information governance topics related to legal and regulatory compliance.
• Monitor compliance with data governance policies and assess data handling risks.
• Collaborate to drive security/compliance initiatives across teams.
• Advise business units and technology leaders on information security risks and mitigation options.
• Collect performance indicators and communicate actionable recommendations to leadership.
• Stay current on information governance best practices and related regulations and trends.
• Develop and apply data governance, information security and privacy policies.

Skills

Risk management

Information security

Regulatory knowledge

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in MIS/CS or related discipline

Job description

At Polsinelli, What a Law Firm Should Be is not just our tagline, it is what we live every day. We strive to create an environment where our team members are encouraged to bring their creativity and professional passions into the workplace so that they can thrive. Are you a people person who has a keen eye for detail, thrives in a professional environment and wants to be part of a dynamic team? We have the perfect role for an engaging professional like you!

Polsinelli is hiring a Governance Risk & Compliance Engineer for any of our offices, with the option to work remotely. However, our preference is for this role to be based in Kansas City.

Core Responsibilities

• Participate in activities associated with Polsinelli’s information and data governance programs.
• Perform reviews of Outside Counsel Guidelines to ensure that the Firm meets or exceeds client security requirements and completes the appropriate forms documenting the review.
• Complete client security questionnaires in a timely manner.
• Support the execution of a multi-year roadmap to enhance Polsinelli’s data governance capabilities.
• Conduct analysis and advise on information governance topics related to legal and regulatory compliance.
• Monitor compliance with data governance policies and standards and assess potential risks associated with data handling.
• Collaborate and drive security/compliance initiatives, working with people across multiple teams.
• Enable the business and other stakeholders to make risk-aware decisions by advising business units and technology leaders of the information security risks and proposing acceptable risk treatment options and alternatives.
• Support the information security and data governance program efforts through the collection of performance indicators, metrics, and other evidence and communicating relevant, succinct, and actionable recommendations to leadership.
• Proactively maintain a current and working understanding of information and data governance best practices, the practical application of data security governance concepts, relevant information security, and technology regulations and industry trends.
• Maintain a current and working understanding of relevant information governance and regulations and industry trends, and assist in the development of Polsinelli Data Governance, Information Security and Privacy Policies and the practical application of the Policies.
• Manage multiple simultaneous workstreams supporting disparate stakeholders, providing appropriate and timely communication of issues, concerns, risks, and status. Maintain the ability to refocus on newer tasks that take precedence over the existing tasks.

Employees approved for flexible work arrangements are expected to be available and maintain a practice of reliable, consistent attendance always during the employee’s scheduled work shift including, but not limited to, Zoom, email and voicemail, and by phone. Installation of Zoom on a cell phone is a requirement for the Information Security team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Management Information Systems (MIS), Computer Science, a related discipline, OR equivalent work experience.
• Strong knowledge of risk and controls, including working knowledge of standards and frameworks such as COSO, COBIT, ISO, NIST, and ITIL.
• Ability to thrive in an environment of change and manage multiple tasks and responsibilities simultaneously.
• Practical experience with information security risk assessments and information security audits.

Bonus Points

• You have Information Governance Professional (IGP) and/or Certified Information Professional (CIP) certifications, Third Party Risk Management Practitioner (TPRMP)
• You have experience in the Legal industry.
• You have strong understanding of information security regulatory requirements and best practices.

The budgeted salary range for this position is $100,000 - $120,000.

As part of full-time employment associated with this position, Polsinelli PC offers the following benefits: Paid time off, sick time off, a referral program, medical insurance and benefits, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, AD&D insurance, ID Theft insurance, long-term disability benefits, short-term disability benefits, Parking/Transit reimbursement (varies depending on location), 401(k) benefits, and employee assistance benefits.

Polsinelli PC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.