Governance, Risk, and Compliance Manager (Special Assistant, NS)

StateJobsNY

$127K — $160K *
Finance & Insurance
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 11 years of experience in risk management, compliance, or information security, including 2 years in a managerial role.
  • Preferred experience in a leadership role with a track record of increasing responsibilities.
  • Familiarity with information security frameworks, including NIST 800-53 and CIS Controls.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills tailored to diverse audiences.
  • Ability to collaborate across technical and legal departments effectively.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain information security and operational policies to align with best practices.
  • Map internal controls using frameworks like NIST CSF and ISO 27001.
  • Conduct risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities within operations.
  • Collaborate with IT to develop and implement risk mitigation plans.
  • Maintain and update the DFS risk register to assist leadership in managing risks.
  • Monitor global regulatory changes to assess their impact on DFS operations.
  • Test internal controls continuously to ensure effectiveness and address any identified gaps.

Benefits

  • Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness program after qualifying payments.
  • Potential for career advancement within a significant state agency.
  • Work in an environment dedicated to compliance and security best practices.
Full Job Description
The Department of Financial Services is seeking candidates for the position of Governance, Risk and Compliance Manager within Information Security. This position will report directly to the Deputy Superintendent for Information Security, and will be responsible for ensuring that NYS DFS operates within internal boundaries (governance), manages operational and security (risk), and complies with legal and regulatory requirements (compliance) for all information technology efforts. They will act as bridge between technical teams, the DFS legal department, and executive leadership to maintain a robust, secure, and legally compliant environment. Duties include, but are not limited to, the following: • Develops and maintains policies: Drafts, reviews, and updates DFS information security, privacy, and operational policies to align with best practices and business goals; • Ensures internal controls are mapped effectively. Knowledge of frameworks (e.g., NIST CSF, ISO 27001, CIS Controls); • Conducts information security risk assessments across various units to identify vulnerabilities and potential threats; • Collaborates with IT, and other teams to develop, track, and implement risk mitigation plans; • Maintains and updates the DFS risk register to support leadership in addressing information security risk; • Stays up to date on global regulatory changes (e.g., HIPAA, PCI-DSS) and assesses their impact on DFS; • Performs continuous testing of information security internal controls to ensure they are operating effectively and remediate any gaps identified; and • Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Preferred Qualifications • Minimum of seven (11) years of experience in risk management, internal control, compliance, information security or information technology fields, two years of which must have been at a managerial level. o Substitutions: An associates degree may substitute for two (2) years of experience; a bachelor's degree may substitute for four (4) years of experience; a master's degree may substitute for five (5) years of experience; a J.D. may substitute for six (6) years of experience; and a Ph.D. may substitute for seven (7) years of experience. • Experience in a leadership role is preferred. Employment history should demonstrate increasing levels of responsibility. • Knowledge of common information security management frameworks, such as NIST 800-53, CIS Controls. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal and collaborative skills, and the ability to communicate security and risk-related concepts to technical and nontechnical audiences. Appointment Method: This is an appointment to a position in the exempt jurisdictional class. As such, the incumbent of this position would serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority. Additional Comments Please note that a change in negotiating unit may affect your salary, insurance and other benefits. Salary: $127,507 - $160,911 (salary commensurate with experience) Appointment Status: This is an appointment to a position in the exempt jurisdictional class. Appointment to this position is pending Governor Appointment's Office and Division of Budget approval. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Name Nate Keiper Telephone Email Address [email protected] Address Street One Commerce Plaza Suite 301 City Albany State NY Zip Code 12257 Notes on Applying To Apply: Interested qualified candidates must submit a resume and letter of interest no later than July 23, 2026 to the email address listed below. Please include Box# (Box GRCM-SA-00120) in the subject line of your email to ensure receipt of your application. Email submissions are preferred. Please be advised that the New York State Department of Financial Services does not offer sponsorship for employment visas. Nate Keiper Box GRCM-SA-00120 New York State Department of Financial Services Office of Human Resources Management One Commerce Plaza, Suite 301 Albany, NY 12257 Email: [email protected] Fax: (518) 402-5071 All candidates that apply may not be scheduled for an interview. Public Service Loan Forgiveness Employment with New York State qualifies an individual for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). This program forgives the remaining balance on any Direct Student Loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time for a U.S. federal, state, local, or tribal government or not-for-profit organization. To learn more about the program and whether you would qualify, please visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

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