Our client is seeking an experienced
Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Consultant to support strategic initiatives across data governance, risk and compliance, privacy, cybersecurity oversight, and audit remediation. This individual will work cross-functionally with Information Security, Audit, Legal, Risk, IT leadership, and various business units to strengthen the organization's governance framework and compliance posture.
The ideal candidate has a strong background in GRC, a deep understanding of privacy and regulatory frameworks, and the ability to lead programs in highly complex, decentralized environments. This role also requires experience with
core networking/network infrastructure concepts,
strong project management capabilities, and hands-on experience implementing workflows within
RSA Archer and
OneTrustKey Responsibilities:Data Governance & Policy Development- Develop, improve, and maintain governance frameworks, policies, and standards aligned with regulatory and organizational requirements.
- Support cross-functional governance and privacy committees.
- Provide guidance on data classification, retention, and minimization best practices.
Risk, Compliance & Privacy Consulting- Assess compliance with GDPR, U.S. state privacy laws, CCPA/CPRA, HIPAA/CMIA, FERPA, GLBA, and other applicable regulations.
- Evaluate administrative, technical, and physical controls protecting sensitive and regulated data; identify gaps and recommend remediation steps.
- Conduct vendor privacy compliance assessments and create repeatable monitoring processes.
- Support tabletop testing exercises for Disaster Recovery (DR) and Incident Response (IR) and facilitate lessons learned.
Audit Support & Remediation- Coordinate with internal/external auditors to gather evidence, support interviews, and develop remediation plans.
- Conduct readiness assessments using frameworks such as CIS Controls, NIST, HIPAA, and privacy compliance standards.
- Drive corrective action planning and risk mitigation strategies.
Governance & Awareness- Facilitate governance boards, steering committees, and executive-level briefings.
- Manage policy review cycles, ensuring compliance with annual regulatory update requirements.
Additional Requirements (Added Per Your Request)- Core Networking & Infrastructure Knowledge:
- Ability to understand enterprise network architecture (routing, switching, segmentation, DNS/DHCP, firewalls) to evaluate technical risk, control effectiveness, and dependencies across systems.
- Project Management:
- Build and manage project plans, milestones, risks, dependencies, and executive reporting.
- Lead cross-departmental initiatives with structure, discipline, and clear communication.
- Archer & OneTrust Experience:
- Hands-on expertise developing or managing workflows in:
- RSA Archer: risk registers, issues/findings, control libraries, compliance workflows, exceptions, remediation tracking.
- OneTrust: privacy impact assessments (PIA/DPIA), data mapping, ROPA, vendor risk modules.
Qualifications- Deep understanding of GDPR, global privacy regulations, FERPA, GLBA, HIPAA/CMIA, CCPA/CPRA, and reasonable security requirements.
- Experience in policy creation, data governance, risk assessment, compliance gap analysis, and remediation planning.
- Strong familiarity with governance frameworks such as NIST, CIS, ISO, and privacy best practices.
- Proficiency with audit coordination and readiness assessments.
- Excellent communication skills with ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Core networking/infrastructure understanding required.
- Project management experience required (PMP or similar preferred).
- RSA Archer and OneTrust experience strongly preferred.
- Preferred certifications: CIPP, CIPM, CISA, CISM, GRCP, CGEIT, CISSP.
- Higher education experience preferred but not required.
Top Skills- Privacy & compliance expertise (FERPA, GLBA, HIPAA, GDPR, CCPA/CPRA)
- Data governance & policy development
- Risk assessment & audit readiness
- RSA Archer & OneTrust platform experience
- Project management & program leadership
- Core networking / network infrastructure understanding
- Ability to operate in complex, decentralized environments
Additional InformationThe organization is undergoing a transformative shift to improve data protection, visibility, and compliance maturity. Historically, data governance and security practices have varied by department, leading to inconsistent controls and limited centralized oversight. The consultant will play a pivotal role in building a modern, scalable, and transparent GRC program-creating foundational processes, updating outdated policies, and aligning stakeholders around enterprise-wide risk reduction.
This role reports directly to a detail-oriented CIO who expects structured communication, strong analytical skills, and well-reasoned, data-backed recommendations. Candidates must be comfortable operating with high expectations, executive exposure, and significant influence over enterprise initiatives.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Houston, TX.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $70.00 - $75.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace TypeThis is a fully remote position.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Jan 23, 2026.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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