Senior GRC Analyst - Information Security

BETA Technologies, Inc.; Burlington, Northern (VT, KY); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite healthcare in Vermont

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision

Short- and long-term disability

Paid parental leave

Daily lunch provided

Flight lessons

Stock options / RSUs

Job summary

BETA Technologies, Inc. seeks a Senior Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Analyst to partner in maturing our GRC program within Information Security and later across enterprise operations, including aerospace engineering, manufacturing, and defense programs.

The role is hands-on and high-impact, shaping GRC culture as we scale, with a focus on risk assessments, policy development, and regulatory compliance across NIST, ISO, and CMMC frameworks.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of hands-on GRC experience with at least 5 years in information security risk and compliance.
• Experience managing external audits and assessments (SOC 2, ISO certifications, CMMC) and internal prep.
• Deep knowledge of NIST CSF, NIST 800-53, NIST 800-171, ISO 27001/27002, and risk methodologies.
• Experience with compliance frameworks for defense contractors (NISPOM, DFARS, ITAR/EAR, CUI protection).
• Proven track record conducting enterprise risk assessments, threat modeling, and risk quantification.
• Experience creating security policies, standards, procedures, and control documentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to translate risk to business stakeholders.
• Ability to influence cross-functionally and build relationships.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and mature GRC frameworks aligned with standards (NIST CSF, ISO 27001, CMMC).
• Coordinate audits, assessments, and certifications (SOC 2, ISO 27001, CMMC).
• Lead buildout of InfoSec GRC capabilities incl. risk assessments and policy development.
• Develop scalable GRC processes, templates, and tools for enterprise-wide adoption.
• Conduct risk assessments across IT, OT, and critical business processes.
• Develop risk treatment plans and monitor remediation to closure.
• Translate regulatory requirements into actionable controls for teams.
• Monitor regulatory landscape for evolving obligations in aerospace/defense.
• Support control testing and vendor due diligence and ongoing risk monitoring.
• Collaborate across InfoSec, IT, Eng, Manufacturing, Legal, and PM to embed GRC practices.
• Drive continuous improvement of GRC processes via lessons learned.

Skills

GRC experience

Audits & assessments

NIST CSF

ISO 27001

CMMC

Risk assessments

Policy development

Communication

Vendor security

GRC tools

Tools

Vanta

UpGuard

Jira

Confluence

Slack

Job description

At BETA Technologies, we apply our intellectual curiosity, passion for aviation , and commitment to sustainability toward a shared mission of revolutionizing electric aviation. Regardless of the position one holds, each team member brings their talent and desire to positively impact the environment and lives of others in a refreshing, vibrant, and inclusive culture.

BETA Technologies is seeking an experienced Senior Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Analyst to serve as a strategic partner in building and maturing our GRC program. This role will initially focus on establishing robust GRC capabilities within our Information Security group, then expand the program across our broader enterprise operations, including aerospace engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and defense programs.

This is a hands-on, high-impact role for a GRC professional who thrives in a fast-paced, innovative environment where aviation safety, cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance intersect. You'll help shape the GRC and information security culture at BETA as we rapidly scale.

How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:

• Design, implement, and mature GRC frameworks aligned with industry standards (NIST CSF, ISO 27001, CMMC)
• Coordinate internal and external audits, assessments, and certifications (SOC 2, ISO 27001, CMMC, etc.)
• Lead the buildout of InfoSec GRC capabilities including risk assessments, policy development, compliance management, and security control implementation
• Develop scalable GRC processes, templates, and tools that can be adapted enterprise-wide as the program expands
• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments across IT systems, operational technology (OT), and critical business processes
• Develop risk treatment plans and monitor remediation activities to closure
• Translate complex regulatory requirements into actionable control requirements for technical and operational teams
• Monitor regulatory landscape for emerging compliance obligations relevant to electric aviation and defense contracting
• Support control testing and validation activities
• Conduct vendor security assessments/due diligence reviews and manage vendor compliance documentation and ongoing risk monitoring
• Work across departments including InfoSec, IT, Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Legal, and Program Management to embed GRC practices
• Drive continuous improvement of GRC processes based on lessons learned and industry best practices

Minimum Qualifications:

• 7+ years of hands-on GRC experience, with at least 5 years focused on information security risk and compliance
• Experience managing external audits and assessments (SOC 2, ISO certifications, CMMC assessments) and associated internal preparation
• Deep working knowledge of NIST CSF, NIST 800-53, NIST 800-171, ISO 27001/27002, and risk management methodologies
• Direct experience with compliance frameworks applicable to defense contractors (NISPOM, DFARS, ITAR/EAR, CUI protection)
• Proven track record conducting enterprise risk assessments, threat modeling, and risk quantification
• Experience creating security policies, standards, procedures, and control documentation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to translate technical risk to business stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to influence without authority and build strong cross-functional relationships
• Proficiency with GRC platforms (Vanta, Upguard, etc.) and common collaboration tools (Slack, Jira, Confluence, etc.)

Above and Beyond Qualifications:

• One or more professional certifications, such as CRISC, CISSP, CISA, CISM, or ISO 27001 Lead Auditor
• Experience working in the Defense and Aerospace industry
• Understanding of information technology and operational technology/industrial control systems security in manufacturing environments
• Experience implementing or administering GRC platforms and integrated risk management tools
• Track record of building GRC programs from the ground up or through significant maturity transitions
• Familiarity with privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA) and data protection frameworks

The wage listed here reflects our best faith estimate for this role. We pay competitively and base compensation on a variety of factors including skills, experience, industry background, and the evolving needs of the role. We remain committed to fair and equitable pay and we're happy to discuss during the interview process.

Compensation

$130,000 — $150,000 USD

Build electric airplanes with us!

BETA offers a competitive Total Compensation package designed to support you now and as you grow with us. This role includes both Restricted Stock Units and Performance Stock Units for all full-time team members, so everyone shares in our success. You'll have access to onsite healthcare in Vermont, comprehensive medical coverage, dental and vision, short- and long-term disability, and paid parental leave. We also take care of the everyday details with daily lunch provided, and yes—flight lessons are part of the experience, along with a range of additional perks that make work here genuinely rewarding.

We encourage all driven candidates to apply, even if they do not meet every listed qualification.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state and local law. BETA complies with all applicable federal, state and local non-discrimination laws and does not tolerate discrimination of any kind in our workplace.

Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. BETA Technologies participates in E-Verify.