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Governance, Risk & Compliance Manager

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • Software Engineering
  • £75K - £90K

Requirements

  • Successful track record leading teams within GRC coupled with experience of leading large client engagements
  • Strong client management and relationship building experience
  • Ability to absorb complex information and communicate effectively at all levels to both technical and non-technical audiences, assess and evaluate risk and understand the implications of new technologies.
  • Experience in leading consultancy engagements such as ISMS implementation, risk assessments, compliance audits and strategy definition.
  • Good project management skills, with the ability to balance multiple initiatives and priorities simultaneously. Strong leadership, influencing and people management skills
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills coupled with ability to assess complex situations, identify risks, and recommend effective solutions
  • It would be great if you had:
  • Cyber/information security qualification (e.g. CISSP, CISM, CCSP, ISO27001 Lead Auditor, CRISC)
  • Cloud security implementation
  • Identity and Access Management (IDAM)
  • Operational Technology (OT)
  • Security Architecture Principles
  • If you are interested in this role but not sure if your skills and experience are exactly what we’re looking for, please do apply, we’d love to hear from you!

Responsibilities

  • Are you a GRC Manager looking for a new opportunity? Ideal role for you would be remote based? We can offer great career progression opportunities, ability to be based anywhere across the UK, benefits which you can flex to meet your needs and training and development opportunities.
  • As Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Manager, you will be leading all aspects of the development and implementation of comprehensive risk management and compliance strategies, working closely with senior leadership to align GRC initiatives with business objectives and lead a team of developing and experienced GRC professionals.
  • Your leadership and expertise will be crucial in fostering a strong culture of compliance and risk-awareness across Sopra Steria. You will play a lead role in helping our clients understand their security challenges and then specify, plan and implement projects to improve their security posture.
  • This is an opportunity to lead at the front line of cyber security delivering value to our client base.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Manager at Sopra Steria?

The primary responsibility of the GRC Manager is to lead the development and implementation of comprehensive risk management and compliance strategies, aligning GRC initiatives with business objectives, and fostering a culture of compliance and risk-awareness across the organization.

Is this position remote-based?

Yes, this role is remote-based, allowing candidates to work from anywhere across the UK.

What qualifications or experience are required for this position?

Candidates should have a successful track record leading teams within GRC, experience with large client engagements, strong client management skills, and experience in consultancy engagements such as ISMS implementation, risk assessments, compliance audits, and strategy definition.

Are there specific certifications that would be beneficial for the GRC Manager role?

Yes, beneficial certifications include cyber/information security qualifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, ISO27001 Lead Auditor, and CRISC.

What skills are emphasized for this role besides GRC experience?

The role emphasizes project management skills, leadership, the ability to influence and manage people, excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, and the capacity to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences.

What kind of career progression opportunities are available for the GRC Manager?

The role offers great career progression opportunities within the organization, allowing for growth and development in the GRC field.

Will the GRC Manager be involved in client-facing responsibilities?

Yes, the GRC Manager will play a lead role in helping clients understand their security challenges and will be involved in specifying, planning, and implementing projects to improve their security posture.

What types of projects might the GRC Manager oversee?

The GRC Manager might oversee projects related to risk assessments, compliance audits, ISMS implementation, and overall strategy definition to enhance the organization's compliance and risk management efforts.

Should I apply if I’m uncertain about meeting every requirement?

Absolutely! If you are interested in the role but are unsure if your skills and experience align perfectly with what is being sought, you are encouraged to apply as the company would love to hear from you.

What additional knowledge would be considered an asset for this position?

Knowledge in areas such as cloud security implementation, Identity and Access Management (IDAM), Operational Technology (OT), and Security Architecture Principles would be considered an asset for this role.

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Mission & Purpose

Sopra Steria, major Tech player in Europe recognised for its consulting, digital services and software development, helps its clients drive their digital transformation and obtain tangible and sustainable benefits. It provides end-to-end solutions to make large companies and organisations more competitive by combining in-depth knowledge of a wide range of business sectors and innovative technologies with a fully collaborative approach. Sopra Steria places people at the heart of everything it does and is committed to putting digital to work for its clients in order to build a positive future for all. With 50,000 employees in nearly 30 countries, the Group generated revenue of €5.1 billion in 2022.