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Position: GRC Program Manager
Department: Governance Risk and Compliance (GRC)
Location: Hybrid St. Petersburg Florida
Type: Full-Time
Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and results-oriented GRC Program Manager to lead our organizations governance risk and compliance initiatives. This individual will design implement and mature an enterprise-wide GRC program that aligns with regulatory requirements industry best practices and business objectives.
The ideal candidate will bring 10 years of managerial experience in GRC or related fields possess strong technical expertise paired with business acumen and have the right attitude to grow into a client-facing executive-level role. This role requires a strategic leader who can close deals communicate confidently with C-level executives and guide teams through complex compliance and risk initiatives while fostering a culture of security compliance and accountability.
Key Responsibilities
Program Management
Develop implement and continuously improve the organizations GRC program policies and processes.
Manage and drive multiple compliance initiatives simultaneously (e.g. CMMC NIST 800-171 ISO 27001 SOC 2 HIPAA GDPR).
Define program milestones KPIs and success metrics; ensure on-time delivery of all initiatives.
Integrate risk and compliance considerations into strategic and operational decision-making processes.
Governance & Compliance
Maintain compliance roadmaps aligned with organizational and regulatory goals.
Oversee audits assessments and certifications coordinating with internal stakeholders and external assessors.
Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation including policies procedures control matrices and system security plans.
Lead compliance awareness and training initiatives across the organization.
Risk Management
Identify assess and monitor organizational risks across business and IT environments.
Maintain and update the enterprise risk register; develop risk mitigation strategies.
Deliver executive-level reporting on compliance posture and risk exposure.
Collaboration & Leadership
Act as the primary liaison between executive leadership technical teams clients and external auditors.
Mentor junior analysts and team members to develop internal GRC expertise.
Represent the organization with professionalism in client meetings and executive discussions.
Collaborate with business development teams to support deal closures and communicate compliance value to prospective clients.
Qualifications
Required
Bachelors degree in Information Security Business Risk Management or related field.
10 years of managerial experience in GRC compliance or risk management roles.
Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks (CMMC NIST 800-171 ISO 27001 SOC 2 HIPAA GDPR).
Proven experience leading enterprise compliance projects and managing cross-functional teams.
Ability to work with C-level executives and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences.
Technical experience in IT cybersecurity or audit combined with business acumen.
Strong organizational analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to drive results independently.
Preferred
Relevant certifications such as CISA CISM CISSP CRISC CGEIT Certified CMMC Assessor.
Experience in highly regulated industries (defense finance healthcare).
Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to support business growth initiatives.
A client-facing attitude with the potential to grow into a leadership or executive role.
Key Attributes
Strategic Thinker: Able to align GRC efforts with business goals.
Results-Oriented Leader: Focused on outcomes not just processes.
Excellent Communicator: Comfortable presenting to executives and external stakeholders.
Collaborative Mentor: Willing to coach and develop junior talent.
Adaptable & Entrepreneurial: Comfortable in a fast-paced growing organization with evolving priorities.
Full Time