Job Description
POSITION OVERVIEW:
Leads governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) activities to ensure the organization meets regulatory, audit, and internal security requirements. Manages a team of analysts and advisors, oversees compliance assessments, and partners with business and technical stakeholders to strengthen the enterprise control environment
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Lead and manage the GRC team, including hiring, mentoring, and performance development
- Oversee enterprise compliance and risk management programs, ensuring alignment with regulatory and internal standards
- Direct audit and certification processes, providing evidence, addressing findings, and managing remediation
- Develop and maintain information security policies, standards, and governance frameworks
- Partner with executives, business leaders, and technical teams to advise on compliance requirements and risks
- Promote awareness and adoption of governance and compliance practices across the enterprise
- Leadership and team development skills to manage and grow a high-performing GRC function
- Strategic thinking to align compliance and risk management with business priorities
- Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in information security, information systems, business administration, and / or related field or equivalent formal training
- Five (5) years of experience in governance, risk, compliance, or related information security functions, with at least 2 years in a leadership role
- Strong knowledge of regulatory and industry frameworks including SOX, NIST, ISO 27001, and COBIT
- Proven experience managing audits, enterprise risk assessments, and remediation programs
- Ability to develop policies, standards, and control frameworks to support compliance objectives
- Certifications such as CISA, CRISC, CISM, or ISO 27001 lead implementer/auditor preferred
- Influencing and communication skills to engage executives and diverse stakeholders
- Analytical and organizational skills to oversee audits, risk assessments, and compliance programs
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