Sr Cyber Security GRC Specialist-Risk Management

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Sr Cyber Security GRC Specialist-Risk Management

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The primary responsibilities of this role, Sr Cyber Security GRC Specialist, are to:

• Own and manage the cybersecurity framework, measuring its effectiveness and driving maturity to support business needs;
• Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics for GRC initiatives;
• Prepare regular reports for senior management on the status of GRC activities;
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate GRC principles into business processes and systems;
• Monitor regulatory changes and industry trends to ensure compliance and proactively address emerging risks;
• Deliver strategic initiatives to align with Bayer's Cyber Security Strategy;
• Provide strategic, risk-based recommendations to cybersecurity leadership on emerging risk matters;
• Perform assessments of cybersecurity risks, identifying gaps, and developing mitigation plans;
• Analyze and recommend actions related to cybersecurity exception requests;
• Monitor third-parties' cybersecurity risk management profiles;
• Support cybersecurity risk management communications, training, and security awareness.

WHO YOU ARE

Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in information technology, cybersecurity, computer science, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience;
• Proficiency in cybersecurity tools and software, understanding of network infrastructure and security protocols, and knowledge of threat modeling and risk assessment techniques;
• Practical experience related to information security in consulting, corporate, or government settings;
• Familiarity with information security standards and frameworks such as ISO/IEC 27001 and NIST;
• Certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), or Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) are desirable;
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and effectively communicate with stakeholders and management.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with previous experience in a GRC role and across industries highly desired.

YOUR APPLICATION
Bayer offers a wide variety of competitive compensation and benefits programs. If you meet the requirements of this unique opportunity, and want to impact our mission Science for a better life, we encourage you to apply now. Be part of something bigger. Be you. Be Bayer.
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