Sr. Principal, GRC

HR Tech Job; Boulder (CO); Hybrid; USD 196,498 - 287,400; Full time

Job summary

HR Tech Job is looking for a cybersecurity expert to lead compliance initiatives within their Boulder, Colorado office. The role emphasizes strong leadership in developing cybersecurity frameworks and enhancing compliance with international standards.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, complemented by extensive experience in cybersecurity governance and risk management. The position offers a salary range between $196,498 - $287,400 and benefits under the Workday Bonus Plan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus seven years of progressive experience in cybersecurity roles.
• Experience in international compliance standards and facilitating audits.
• Strong knowledge of legal commitments of SaaS organizations.

Responsibilities

• Lead cybersecurity governance, risk, and compliance initiatives.
• Develop and maintain cybersecurity compliance frameworks and procedures.
• Conduct strategic analysis of controls and technical landscape for automation opportunities.

Skills

Cybersecurity compliance

Regulatory frameworks

Program/project management

Cloud computing

Security standards

Audit facilitation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Job description

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About the Team

About the Role

Contribute to Workday’s cybersecurity compliance posture by leading and executing critical Cybersecurity Governance, Risk, and Compliance (cGRC) initiatives. Develop and maintain cybersecurity compliance frameworks, policies, and procedures to ensure adherence to global regulatory compliance requirements, particularly Network and Information Security Directive (NIS2), Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA), Security of Critical Infrastructure Act (SOCI), Cybersecurity Resilience Act (CRA). Enable and maintain Workday’s Public Sector offerings through certifications, continuous monitoring, consultation and deep stakeholder alignment. Act as a trusted advisor across Workday to help maintain and enhance customer’s trust through various global compliance programs including UK Public Sector Procurement Frameworks (G-Cloud and Back Office Software frameworks) and cybersecurity certification schemes like BSI C5 (Germany), IRAP (Australia), ENS (Spain). Conduct strategic analysis of Workday's control and technical landscape to identify automation opportunities for the GRC team, evaluate the potential of AI-driven efficiencies, and assess the ROI of GRC automation tools like OneTrust and TrustCloud. As part of the Shift‑Left initiative, leverage a deep understanding of Workday's SDLC, LaunchPad and Secure Development Engagement Lifecycle processes to integrate cybersecurity control requirements, ensuring streamlined audit readiness and driving process optimization. Position reports to the Workday's Boulder, CO office. May allow partial telecommuting.

Salary Range: $196,498 - $287,400

About You

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Management Information Systems or related field plus seven (7) years, progressive, post‑baccalaureate work experience in the job offered or in a Sr. Principal, GRC-related occupation.
• 7 years (84 months) of experience in EMEA cybersecurity standards and procurement frameworks including G-Cloud, Cyber Essentials Plus, Back Office Software, BSI C5, ENS, TISAX, EU Cloud Code of Conduct, and GDPR.
• 7 years (84 months) of experience in international industry security and privacy compliance standards including ISO 27001, ISO 27017, ISO 27018, ISO 27701, SOC1 and SOC2+.
• 7 years (84 months) of experience in facilitating and managing security and compliance audits (including customer onsite audits).
• 7 years (84 months) of experience in industry‑specific regulatory compliance knowledge such as NIS2, DORA, and CRA.
• 7 years (84 months) of experience in program/project management experience.
• 7 years (84 months) of experience in cloud computing and Software as a Service, particularly risk models and controls related to these services.
• 7 years (84 months) of experience in legal/operational commitments of SaaS organizations and the shared security responsibilities between customers and service providers; and
• 7 years (84 months) of experience with capability to map nuances of individual product lines within a large organization and determine applicability to security certification and attesting frameworks.

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Workday pay ranges vary based on work location. As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Workday Bonus Plan or a role‑specific commission/bonus, as well as annual refresh stock grants. Recruiters can share more detail during the hiring process. Each candidate’s compensation offer will be based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, geography, experience, skills, job duties, and business need, among other things. For more information regarding Workday’s comprehensive benefits, please click here.

Primary Location

USA.CO.Boulder

Our Approach to Flexible Work

Workday uses a hybrid Flex Work Model. Most roles require at least 50% in‑person time each quarter in a Workday office or with customers, prospects, or partners, with specific expectations varying by role, team, country, and business needs.

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