Senior GRC Associate

Stratacareers; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Stratacareers is looking for a Senior Compliance Associate to work in their Information Technology group in Chicago, IL. This role involves ensuring compliance with industry regulations and standards, serving as a subject matter expert in certifications such as HITRUST and SOC.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree. Additional skills such as technical writing and communication abilities are essential. The position offers a competitive salary range of $70,000 to $94,000, plus a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in IT Governance, Risk, and Compliance.
• Experience achieving and maintaining HITRUST certification.
• Excellent communication skills for non-technical users.

Responsibilities

• Lead HITRUST certification efforts, audit readiness, and evidence management.
• Support SOC 2 Type II compliance, including control testing and audit support.
• Manage Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity programs.

Skills

IT Governance

Risk Management

Compliance

Microsoft Office Suite

Technical Writing

Internal/External Auditing

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent IT work experience

Tools

HITRUST

SOC Controls

CCSFP

CRISC

CISA

Job description

How you’ll make an impact

The Senior Compliance Associate will work inside Strata’s Information Technology group and assist with all aspects of governance, risk, and compliance. This position works collaboratively to ensure Strata complies with industry regulations, client requirements, and best practices. The role serves as a subject‑matter expert in key certifications and regulatory frameworks, including state privacy laws, HIPAA, ISO 27001, and SSAE 18.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate HITRUST certification efforts, including audit readiness, evidence management, and external assessor coordination
• Support SOC 2 Type II compliance, including control testing, audit support, and ongoing control effectiveness monitoring
• Manage Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity programs, including planning, coordination, and execution of testing exercises
• Lead responses to customer security questionnaires (DDQs) and internal compliance requests, partnering cross‑functionally to deliver accurate and timely information
• Drive remediation by managing corrective action plans (CAPs) and coordinating cross‑functional efforts to closure
• Drive vendor risk management and security due diligence processes
• Maintain security documentation and support ongoing compliance initiatives, including AI governance and data practices in an AI‑forward environment

What we’re looking for

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of IT work experience
• Minimum 4+ years of experience with a concentration in IT Governance, Risk, and Compliance
• Experience achieving and maintaining HITRUST certification
• Experience with SOC Controls
• Excellent communication skills including the ability to communicate technical issues to users with little technical background/expertise
• Focus on Integrity and Reliability
• Self‑motivated, proactive and able to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to work with audiences at all levels of the organization
• Mastered knowledge in:
  • Microsoft office suite
  • Technical writing
  • Internal/External auditing
• Preferred qualifications: CCSFP, CRISC, CISA

Estimated Salary Range

$70,000 – $94,000. Actual salary will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to, skill set and level of experience. This salary range is a good faith estimate of base pay. Strata also provides discretionary variable pay programs based on role. In addition, Strata offers a comprehensive benefits package including retirement benefits, health and welfare benefits, paid time off, parental leave, life and accident insurance, and other voluntary and well‑being benefits.

Location

Our preferred location for open roles is Chicago, IL.

EEO Statement

We believe that each of our team member’s unique perspectives and experiences is what drives innovation and positive change. Our individual differences are what make us a more forward‑thinking organization. We foster a culture of inclusion, equity and belonging, regardless of race, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.