GRC Security Compliance Specialist II

Akamai Technologies, Inc.; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 89,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Akamai Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Security Compliance Specialist II to support the execution of the CTG security and compliance program. You will partner with engineering, security, and business teams to implement and maintain compliance with industry and regulatory frameworks.

The role involves evaluating security controls, collecting and assessing evidence, identifying gaps, and driving remediation. This position focuses on governance, risk, and compliance within cloud and security

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in security/compliance.
• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline or equivalent.
• Understanding of cloud computing concepts and cloud platforms.
• Familiar with security concepts including IAM, networking, encryption, logging, and vulnerability management.
• Experience with frameworks such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, HIPAA.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP, Akamai Cloud/Linode).
• Experience using GRC platforms (ServiceNow IRM, Archer, AuditBoard, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Partner with engineering teams to assess the implementation of security controls.
• Evaluate compliance with industry frameworks (SOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, HIPAA).
• Collect, validate, and organize audit evidence for internal and external reviews.
• Perform control testing to verify documented processes operate effectively.
• Track remediation activities and assist system owners with findings resolution.
• Review architecture diagrams, SOPs, and change records.

Skills

Cloud concepts

IAM & encryption

Vulnerability management

Audit & compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in related discipline

Tools

ServiceNow IRM

Archer

AuditBoard

Job description

Akamai Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Security Compliance Specialist II to support the execution of the CTG security and compliance program. You will partner with engineering, security, and business teams to implement and maintain compliance with industry and regulatory frameworks.

The role involves evaluating security controls, collecting and assessing evidence, identifying gaps, and driving remediation. This position focuses on governance, risk, and compliance within cloud and security