GRC Manager - Kansas City, United States - Cyera

Description

As the leading data security platform purpose-built for the cloud era, Cyera's mission is to reinvent how businesses secure data, enable agile collaboration, and boldly pursue new business opportunities.

Trusted by security teams at leading global businesses, our team is proving that data security is the next big thing in cyber.

Backed by the world's leading investors and working with a large and growing list of Fortune 1000 companies, we are looking for world-class talent to join us as we usher in the new era of data security.

The GRC Manager will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive strategies to ensure the organization's adherence to regulatory requirements, mitigate risks effectively, and maintain a culture of security and compliance.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in GRC, excellent leadership skills, background in technology and a deep understanding of regulatory frameworks and industry standards.

• Develop and implement an integrated GRC framework that aligns with the organization's objectives, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
• Lead risk assessment activities to identify, assess, and prioritize risks across the organization's operations, systems, and processes.
• Design and implement governance structures, policies, and procedures to ensure effective oversight and control of GRC activities.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including senior management, legal, IT, and business units, to establish GRC objectives and priorities.
• Monitor changes in regulatory requirements, industry trends, and emerging risks to proactively identify potential compliance issues and develop mitigation strategies.
• Conduct regular audits and assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of GRC controls, policies, and procedures.
• Develop and deliver GRC training programs and workshops to raise awareness and promote a culture of compliance throughout the organization.
• Coordinate with external auditors, regulators, customers and other third parties during audits, inspections, and compliance reviews.
• Manage GRC-related incidents, investigations, and remediation efforts in a timely and effective manner.
• Prepare and present GRC reports, metrics, and dashboards to senior management and key stakeholders, highlighting key risks, compliance status, and areas for improvement.
• Stay informed about evolving GRC practices, technologies, and regulatory developments, and make recommendations for continuous improvement and innovation.
• Responsible for development of collateral that would indicate how Cyera Platform will support compliance regulations via controls it provides (i.e. PCI, CCM, ISO, GDPR, CloudAct, CalPrivacy, FEDRAMP Etc)
• Develop documentation for product controls in consultation with R&D, including process narratives, process flows, and documented control actions

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field such as Business Administration, Risk Management, Information Security, or a related discipline. A Master's degree or professional certification (e.g., CISA, CISSP, CRISC, CISM) is highly desirable.
• Proven experience 6-10 years in a senior GRC role, with a track record of developing and implementing successful GRC programs in complex environments.
• In-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements, standards, and frameworks relevant to the organization's industry (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS, ISO 27001, NIST Cybersecurity Framework).
• Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams, influence stakeholders, and drive change.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities, with a focus on identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to convey complex GRC concepts clearly and effectively to diverse audiences.
• Experience with GRC software tools, risk management methodologies, and compliance automation solutions.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple initiatives simultaneously, and deliver results within established timelines.
• Must be located in one of the following locations: STL or NYC.

This GRC Manager role presents an exciting opportunity to lead and shape our organization's GRC initiatives, drive continuous improvement, and contribute to our overall success.

If you are a strategic GRC leader with a passion for excellence and the qualifications outlined above, we invite you to apply and join our dynamic team.