Lead Information Security Analyst

Great Gray Group.; Sacramento (CA); Remote; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Employer-paid life and disability

Annual well-being stipend

401(k) with employer contribution

Job summary

Great Gray Group is seeking a Lead Information Security Analyst to guide IT governance, risk assessment, and security compliance across the ISMS. You will coordinate policies, processes, and controls to align with SOC 2 and the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, while mentoring others and driving security program maturity.

The role focuses on risk management, policy development, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to embed security into business processes and maintain audit readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5-10+ years of audit, compliance, or technical experience.
• Excellent knowledge of IT security control trends and auditing/best practices.
• Effective written and verbal communication to articulate IT controls to leadership.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Relevant training and/or industry certifications in auditing, compliance, or IT security.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage GRC functions including compliance monitoring, audit management, and risk assessment.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and security frameworks (SOC 2, NIST, etc.).
• Prepare for and manage compliance audits, assessments, and regulatory reviews.
• Maintain security documentation, evidence, and audit trails for compliance purposes.
• Develop, maintain, and enforce information security policies and procedures.
• Vendor risk management security assessments, onboarding, and reviews.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security and compliance into business processes.
• Mentor and support the Information Security Analysts in both analyst and GRC functions.
• Monitor security posture, identify threats, and recommend remediation measures.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and security assessments on systems and applications.
• Participate in incident response activities and conduct post-incident analysis.
• Stay current with security trends and emerging compliance requirements.

Skills

Audit experience

Compliance

IT security controls

Communication

SOC 2 & NIST

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/Cybersecurity/IT

Job description

Why Great Gray?

At Great Gray Group, we strive to set the bar for the retirement services industry. Our goal is to deliver advanced retirement solutions that combine our core fiduciary services with robust investment options, innovative technology, and dedicated client service. We focus on making choices clearer, transitions smoother, and the client experience more delightful. Complacency isn't in our vocabulary. Every day, we look for opportunities to better serve our clients, be an excellent business partner, and earn the trust of those who rely on us.

The Role

Lead Information Security Analyst

to join our Information Security team. This role will lead IT governance, risk assessment, and security compliance activities while supporting enterprise risk management and compliance with regulations and frameworks such as SOC 2 and the NIST Cybersecurity Framework. The analyst will also coordinate the review, development, implementation, and documentation of policies, processes, procedures, and practices that support the information security management system (ISMS).

Location

This position work remote from the United States. Please note that remote employment in this role is restricted to candidates residing in states where Great Gray is currently registered as an employer. These states are limited to: CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, IL, IN, MA, MD, MI, MN, NC, NH, NJ, NV, NY, OH, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX and VA.

Visa sponsorship or transfer of an existing visa is not available for this position. Applicants must be authorized to work directly for any employer in the United States without visa sponsorship or transfer.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage GRC functions including compliance monitoring, audit management, and risk assessment.


• Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and security frameworks (SOC 2, NIST, industry-specific standards, etc.).


• Prepare for and manage compliance audits, assessments, and regulatory reviews.


• Maintain security documentation, evidence, and audit trails for compliance purposes.


• Develop, maintain, and enforce information security policies and procedures.


• Vendor Risk Management security assessments, onboarding, and reviews.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security and compliance into business processes.


• Mentor and support the Information Security Analysts in both analyst and GRC functions.


• Monitor security posture, identify threats, and recommend remediation measures.


• Conduct vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and security assessments on systems and applications.


• Participate in incident response activities and conduct post-incident analysis.


• Stay current with security trends, vulnerabilities, and emerging compliance requirements.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.

5-10+ years of audit, compliance, or technical experience.

Excellent knowledge of IT security control trends as well as auditing & compliance best practices.

Effective communication skills (written and verbal) to properly articulate complicated IT controls and compliance issues to leadership and partners.

Positive attitude and a strong commitment to delivering quality work.

Relevant training and/or industry certifications in auditing, compliance, or IT security.

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.

Comfortable navigating ambiguity.

Entrepreneurial mindset to bring best practice ideas to the team.

Your standards reflect our core values: Growth Mindset, Disciplined Curiosity, Grit, Results Ownership, Collaboration.

Base Pay Range

$120,000-$150,000

This base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. The pay range displayed above is the base pay compensation range that Great Gray expects to pay for this position at the time of this posting. Individual compensation within this range, or that may warrant a provision for pay beyond this range, depends on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, candidate’s prior education and relevant work experience and training as well as position location and local market demands. Our pay-for-performance culture also includes participation in an annual incentive bonus plan for this position which is not included in the ‘Base Pay Range’ noted above.

Benefits

• Be an integral part of a high-growth organization!


• Competitive compensation package


• Group medical, dental and vision insurance


• Employer-paid life and disability insurance


• Annual well-being stipend


• Eligible employees may also contribute to a 401(k) plan with an advantageous employer contribution model, upholding our mission to support our employees in retirement

Company Background

Great Gray is the leading independent provider of trustee and administrative services to Collective Investment Trusts (“CITs”), with over $385 billion in CIT assets under management, across more than 1,045 funds. We proudly work with more than 80 subadvisors, including leading firms such as AllianceBernstein, American Funds, BlackRock, Franklin Templeton, MetLife, Neuberger Berman, PGIM, PIMCO and Raymond James.

CITs are more than just an investment vehicle. They represent a forward-thinking approach to retirement planning. These tax-exempt, pooled investment vehicles are offered to employer-sponsored retirement plans, like 401(k)s. CITs are comparable to mutual funds, but, because they are tailored for the institutional retirement market, they can offer distinct advantages, including efficient administration and cost-effectiveness. CITs have a history dating back over 90 years; but they have gained favor over the past decade, driven by innovations, and Great Gray has been at the forefront.

Great Gray has consistently delivered year-over-year growth at an above market rate and is investing in the continued development of its core CIT business as well as complementary administrative services and technology solutions for the retirement market.

Madison Dearborn Partners (“MDP”) purchased Great Gray from Wilmington Trust in April 2023. As a result, Great Gray is an independent company owned by funds affiliated with MDP.

Investor Background

MDP is a leading private equity investment firm based in Chicago. Since MDP's formation in 1992, the firm has raised aggregate capital of over $37 billion and has completed over 160 platform investments across nine flagship funds. MDP invests across five dedicated industry verticals, including financial services, healthcare, technology and government services.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Great Gray Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or other non-merit factor.

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