Senior Governance, Risk, & Compliance Analyst

Arctic Wolf

$58K — $222K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years in governance, risk management, or compliance across industries like tech, financial services, or consulting.
  • Familiarity with Privacy and Security frameworks such as ISO 27001, SOC2, CMMC, and PCI.
  • Hands-on experience with Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) automation platforms.
  • Proficient in enterprise risk management frameworks and cloud security controls.
  • Strong analytical skills for navigating complex environments and dealing with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate system designs and controls effectiveness against business objectives.
  • Lead cross-functional discovery sessions to enhance compliance processes.
  • Plan and execute technical security and privacy assessments using industry frameworks.
  • Conduct ongoing risk assessments and dynamic assurance planning.
  • Communicate data-driven reports to influence internal decisions.

Benefits

  • Flexible work environment including remote options.
  • Support for professional development and certifications.
  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
  • Collaborative team culture fostering innovation and growth.
Full Job Description

Our mission is simple: End Cyber Risk. We’re looking for a Senior Governance, Risk and Compliance Analyst to be part of making that happen.   

IN THIS ROLE, YOU’LL GET TO:

  • Evaluate and report on the adequacy/effectiveness of system designs & controls implemented in meeting business, operational and control objectives.

  • Lead discovery sessions with cross-functional teams to identify, document and improve the design & implementation of industry-wide compliance and controls across the Organization.

  • Plan and execute in-depth technical security & privacy assessment on several information systems across the enterprise leveraging industry frameworks.

  • Plan, execute, and report on various types of governance and assurance reviews, including post-remediation validations

  • Conduct ongoing control/risk assessments and assist in developing and executing a dynamic assurance plan to address high-risk areas

  • Lead improvements and design of innovative industry-wide compliance and controls across the Organization

  • Lead compliance related change management initiatives within the Team and across the Organization

  • Support management in handling complex issues with internal/external auditors and/or external regulators

  • Craft and communicate effective data-driven reporting and updates to influence decisions and outcomes internally

  • Develop and maintain tight coordination with cross-functional teams, including but not limited to: Engineering, IT, Product, R&D, Finance, Legal, Internal Audit, etc.

EXPERIENCE:

  • 10+ years of experience in governance, risk management or compliance, including exposure to management consulting, technology industry, financial services, and/or project management

  • Knowledge of Privacy and Security frameworks/standards, such as ISO 27001, SOC2, CMMC, PCI, etc.

  • Hands-on experience with GRC automation platforms and tools

  • Knowledge of industry accepted enterprise risk management frameworks

  • Sound understanding of cloud security controls and general application controls

  • Broad experience in assessing cloud native environments.

  • Excellent presentation and report writing skills

  • Effective project management skills, as well as excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • Analytical capacity and experience adding structure in a complex, ambiguous environment

  • Strong cross-group collaboration and team player, dealing with complex problems, resolving conflicts, and experience influencing cross-functionally, and with executive-level audiences

  • Ability to quickly adapt to shifting priorities, demands and timelines through both analytical and problem-solving capabilities

  • Technical knowledge and experience working in a SaaS environment. 

  • Ability to work under pressure with multiple teams/stakeholders.

  • Bachelor’s Degree

PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field

  • CIA, CISA, CRISC, CISM, CISSP, etc. or equivalent certification preferred

  • 5 + years directly related experience

On-Camera Policy 

To support a fair, transparent, and engaging interview experience, candidates interviewing remotely are expected to be on camera during all video interviews. Being on camera fosters authentic connection, improves communication, and allows for full engagement from both candidates and interviewers. We understand that technical, bandwidth, or location-related challenges may occasionally prevent video use. If this applies, candidates are required to notify us in advance so we can explore appropriate accommodations.

 

The base salary range for this job family is 58,000 to 222,000 USD annually. This range reflects the base pay the company reasonably expects to offer for this position, aligned to the broader job family base pay structure. Actual base pay may vary based on skills, experience, and location, including job family level. In addition to base pay, Arctic Wolf offers variable incentive compensation, new hire equity grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.

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