GRC Cybersecurity Analyst: Policy, Risk & Compliance

Georgia Tech Research Institute; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) seeks a Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Cybersecurity Analyst to lead policy development, risk assessments, and compliance activities for sensitive information. You will partner with the GRC Team to drive secure governance across programs and research environments.

You will design and implement security controls, conduct audits, and deliver training to faculty and staff, ensuring regulatory alignment with NIST/DFARS frameworks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, information security, information assurance, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in governance, risk, compliance, or information security in a complex environment.
• Strong practical knowledge of security technologies and controls, as well as operating system platforms including Windows, macOS, Linux, and core networking technologies.
• Demonstrated experience with vulnerability management processes and tools, including scanning, reporting, prioritization, and remediation tracking.
• Solid understanding of threats, vulnerabilities, exploitation techniques, and how they map to business risk.
• Advanced experience with data analysis and reporting in Excel (pivot tables, lookups, intermediate/advanced formulas; scripting or macros a plus).
• Proven ability to assess and communicate the priority and business impact of vulnerabilities and risks to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience drafting policies, standards, and executive-level summaries.
• One or more intermediate or advanced cybersecurity/GRC certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, SecurityX, CCNP-Security, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the institution's information systems for security incidents and vulnerabilities, responding promptly to mitigate potential threats.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and security audits to identify weaknesses in the institution's cybersecurity posture and recommend remediation measures.
• Develop and implement security policies, procedures, and protocols to protect sensitive data and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Provide cybersecurity training and awareness programs for faculty, staff, and students to promote a culture of security within the institution.
• Analyze security incidents and breaches to determine their root causes and develop strategies to prevent future occurrences.
• Stay informed about emerging cybersecurity threats and trends, continuously updating security measures to address new challenges.
• Prepare and present reports on the status of cybersecurity efforts, highlighting incidents, vulnerabilities, and progress on remediation activities.
• Serve as a liaison with external agencies and partners on cybersecurity initiatives, collaborating on strategies to enhance the institution's security capabilities.
• Collaborate with IT teams to deploy security technologies, such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption tools, to safeguard institutional data.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Security technologies and controls

Operating systems (Windows, macOS, *n?

Vulnerability management processes

Data analysis and Excel

Written and verbal communication

Cybersecurity/GRC certifications (CIS,

Education

Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity or related field

Master’s degree in cybersecurity or related field

Tools

Confluence

Jira

Job description

The Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) seeks a Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Cybersecurity Analyst to lead policy development, risk assessments, and compliance activities for sensitive information. You will partner with the GRC Team to drive secure governance across programs and research environments.

You will design and implement security controls, conduct audits, and deliver training to faculty and staff, ensuring regulatory alignment with NIST/DFARS frameworks.