Senior GRC Specialist (Governance, Risk & Compliance)

GA, GA
Full Time
Manager/Supervisor

Position Overview:

We are seeking a Senior GRC Specialist to design, implement, and manage governance, risk, and compliance initiatives for a mission-critical cybersecurity program. This role plays a key part in maintaining regulatory compliance, reducing organizational risk, and promoting a strong cybersecurity posture across the enterprise.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain the organization's GRC frameworks in alignment with NIST, ISO, HIPAA, and other applicable standards

  • Conduct internal audits, risk assessments, and gap analyses

  • Create, update, and enforce security policies, procedures, and controls

  • Advise executive leadership on governance and risk mitigation strategies

  • Support compliance reporting and documentation for regulatory bodies and audits

  • Coordinate and deliver cybersecurity awareness and compliance training across teams

  • Monitor compliance program performance and recommend improvements

  • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure risk-aware operations and adherence to best practices

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or a related field

  • 5+ years of experience in GRC or cybersecurity compliance, preferably in government or regulated environments

  • Strong knowledge of NIST 800-53, ISO/IEC 27001, FISMA, and HIPAA frameworks

  • Professional certifications such as CISA, CIPM, CISM, or CRISC required

  • Experience with risk management tools, audit preparation, and policy development

  • Familiarity with federal compliance programs (e.g., FedRAMP, FIPS, FISMA)

  • Willing to use Government Furnished Equipment (GFE)

  • TSC or eligibility for a security clearance is a plus

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary and benefits

  • Relocation assistance

  • Paid vacation and holidays

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • Training and certification support for continued career development

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