GRC Manager

Ria Money Transfer; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 116,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a GRC Manager to lead their cybersecurity governance program. In this pivotal role, you will develop and implement security frameworks, ensuring compliance with various regulatory standards across global operations. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage audits, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence security policies and contribute to a culture of compliance and security awareness. If you are passionate about cybersecurity and eager to make a difference in a dynamic environment, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Employee Stock Options

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in information security, governance, risk, compliance, and audit.
• Experience in leading Information Security audits and IT control assessments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain security governance frameworks and policies.
• Collaborate with IT, Compliance, and Legal teams to ensure security compliance.

Skills

Information Security

Governance, Risk, Compliance

IT Control Assessments

Documentation Skills

Critical Thinking

Bilingual (Spanish)

Education

Degree in Information Security or IT

Tools

ISO 27001

PCI DSS

SOC

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Description

Description

Ria opens ways for a better everyday life. With a presence in nearly 200 countries and territories and more than 600,000 locations worldwide, we’re committed to helping millions of people send money home to their loved ones around the world, knowing that our customers deserve much more than just a fair price: they deserve empathy, hope, and ultimately respect.

We’re Ria Money Transfer. A subsidiary of Euronet Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ: EEFT), Ria is a leading expert in cross-border payments that delivers innovative financial services, including fast, secure, and affordable global money transfers. With the world’s largest cross-border real-time money movement network, Ria moves money where it matters. Bridging the gap between digital and physical spaces, Ria’s omnichannel products and services provide unprecedented consumer choice, including real-time payments, mobile wallets, currency exchange, home delivery, and cardless ATM payouts. Ria’s global infrastructure, powered by theDandelionreal-time, cross-border payments network, facilitates financial access to customers, agents and partners alike, by creating new market opportunities and promoting economic growth around the world.

Responsibilities

As a part of the Global Security GRC team that oversees and implements the cybersecurity GRC program, ensuring compliance with cybersecurity policies and security functions across the Money Transfer (MT) division (Ria, XE and Dandelion) for the Americas.

• You will develop, implement, and maintain robust security governance frameworks, information security policies, standards, and procedures that align with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Ensure policies and procedures are harmonized across global operations, particularly in regions with strict financial regulations, such as the EU, the Americas, and Asia-Pacific.
• You will collaborate cross-functionally and partner closely with IT, Compliance, Privacy, Legal, Risk Management, and Internal Audit teams to ensure security programs support business objectives and comply with applicable laws, regulations, and contractual obligations. You will also liaise between technical teams and non-technical stakeholders to translate complex security requirements into actionable processes.
• Lead efforts to maintain and expand certifications such as ISO 27001 and SOC by ensuring compliance with all applicable controls.
• Support internal and external audits, control reviews, and risk assessments to ensure continuous compliance and readiness for regulatory inspections.
• Manage audit findings and ensure timely implementation of remediation plans to address identified gaps.
• Oversees the Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) program to evaluate and monitor the security posture of partners, vendors, and providers, ensuring compliance with company security standards and regional regulatory requirements.
• Manage identifying, assessing, and mitigating security risks across IT and Security operations, focusing on financial services and payment systems and maintaining a centralized risk register, tracking risk mitigation activities, and reporting on the status of key security risks to the Global Security GRC Director.
• You will monitor compliance with regulatory frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, PCI DSS, DORA, CCPA) and provide actionable insights to mitigate non-compliance.
• Develop and monitor the IT security compliance metrics, generating regular reports for internal stakeholders and regulators.
• Ensure that control testing and gap analysis are performed periodically and that corrective actions are completed effectively.
• Assists the IT team in executing GRC-related tasks, ensuring they meet security and regulatory requirements.
• Provide support in developing IT-specific governance models and IT compliance controls.
• Perform continuous improvement and training to keep abreast of technological advances, evolving threats, and emerging cybersecurity, financial services, and regulatory compliance standards.
• Provide training and awareness programs for staff, ensuring all employees understand their roles in maintaining compliance and security.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement by identifying and implementing process enhancements to strengthen the security posture.
• Acts as an advisor to project teams, ensuring that new systems and services comply.
  
  

Qualifications

• You have a Degree in Information Security, IT or a similar field and 5+ years of experience in information security, including governance, risk, compliance, and/or audit.
• You have experience in IT control assessments and compliance frameworks, such as ISO 27001, SOX, PCI-DSS, and SOC.
• Experience in leading and supporting Information Security audits.
• Advanced documentation, prioritization and change management skills.
• Excellent written communication skills, demonstrating the ability to write with purpose, clarity, and accuracy. Spanish bilingual is preferred.
• You're critical thinking and have the ability to solve challenges.
• You have a positive, open attitude and are flexible, accountable, and organized.
• Comfortable working under your initiative while aligning with the team's strategy and direction.
• Ability to work in and contribute to a global and dynamic team-based environment.
• CISSP, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, or CISA/CISM are desired certifications.
• Experience working in financial services with an emphasis on global payment systems, money transfer operations, and compliance with multi-jurisdictional regulations is a plus.
  
  

Perks & Benefits. Our package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401 (k), employee stock options, paid time off, HSA/FSA, short-term/long-term disability, tuition assistance, growth opportunities, and more. The range in Colorado for this position is $116,000 - $145,000. Actual starting compensation may vary based on geographic location, work experience, and skills.

Ria values diversity and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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