Overview
Remote
$220000 - $260000 per annum
Full Time
Skills
GRC
technology risk
cyber risk
cybersecurity IT Controls
Governance
Risk frameworks
Job Details
Director of Governance, Risk & Compliance (Technology)
Location: Austin, TX / Chicago
Level: Director
Function: Technology, Risk, Security
We're partnering with a fast growing, technology led organization to hire a Director of GRC to own and mature the enterprise Governance, Risk & Compliance function.
You'll set the GRC strategy, embed pragmatic risk management across the tech estate, and act as the key partner to Security, Engineering, Data, Legal, and Audit.
Core Responsibilities:
- Own the enterprise GRC framework across technology, cybersecurity, data, and third party risk
- Design and maintain risk appetite, controls, policies, and governance forums
- Drive technology and cyber risk assessments, remediation tracking, and executive reporting
- Partner closely with Engineering, Cloud, Data, and Product teams to embed GRC into delivery
- Oversee third party risk management and vendor assurance
- Build and lead a small but impactful GRC team; manage external partners where required
- Translate complex risk topics into clear, actionable insights for senior stakeholders and the board
Required Experience:
- 10+ years' experience across GRC, technology risk, cybersecurity, or IT controls
- Proven experience operating at Director level in a tech, fintech, SaaS, or digital first environment
- Strong working knowledge of modern tech stacks (cloud, APIs, data platforms, SDLC)
- Track record of leading audits, regulatory interactions, and risk committees
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