Cybersecurity Governance
3 days ago
The Role
The Cybersecurity Governance and Compliance Specialist is responsible for establishing and maintaining the organization's cybersecurity governance framework while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and internal security policies. This role involves developing and enforcing governance strategies, monitoring compliance efforts, and driving initiatives to enhance the organization's security posture. By collaborating with cross-functional teams, the specialist ensures that cybersecurity practices align with business objectives and risk management priorities.
Major Accountabilities
Governance Framework Development
- Design, implement, and maintain the organization's cybersecurity governance framework to ensure alignment with business objectives, regulatory requirements, and industry standards (e.g., NCA, ISO 27001, NIST, CIS Controls).
- Establish, review, and update cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures to address emerging threats, technologies, and compliance requirements.
- Define roles and responsibilities related to cybersecurity governance across departments to ensure accountability and ownership.
- Develop a clear escalation path for policy violations and governance issues to enable timely resolution and accountability.
- Lead periodic reviews and gap analyses of governance structures to identify areas for improvement and align with evolving best practices.
Compliance Management
- Monitor and evaluate the organization's compliance with applicable cybersecurity regulations (e.g., NCA, ISO, NIST) and contractual obligations.
- Conduct compliance assessments and internal audits to identify deficiencies and ensure adherence to required standards and policies.
- Oversee third-party risk assessments to ensure vendors and partners comply with organizational cybersecurity requirements.
- Coordinate with legal and regulatory teams to interpret and implement new or updated cybersecurity laws and standards.
- Create and manage a compliance roadmap, prioritizing initiatives based on risk and regulatory deadlines.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation of compliance activities, including audit results, remediation plans, and communication with regulatory bodies.
Performance Metrics and Reporting
- Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of governance and compliance programs.
- Provide regular updates and insights to senior leadership on cybersecurity governance and compliance initiatives.
Stakeholder Collaboration
- Work closely with internal teams, including IT, legal, and audit, to ensure cohesive cybersecurity governance and compliance practices.
- Act as a liaison with regulatory bodies and external auditors during inspections and reviews.
Required Skills & Experience
Technical Expertise
- In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, standards, and regulations (e.g., NCA, ISO 27001, NIST CSF).
- Proficiency in risk management methodologies and compliance assessment tools.
- Understanding of IT systems, cloud platforms, and network security principles.
Analytical Thinking
- Strong ability to analyze complex regulatory requirements and translate them into actionable compliance measures.
- Skilled in identifying risks, evaluating potential impacts, and recommending effective mitigation strategies.
Communication and Collaboration
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
- Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams, external auditors, and regulatory bodies.
Leadership and Influence
- Ability to lead governance and compliance initiatives and influence stakeholders to prioritize cybersecurity measures.
- Skilled in promoting a culture of compliance and accountability across the organization.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity governance, compliance, risk management, or a related field.
- Preferred certifications: CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CISA certifications
Experience
- Proven experience developing, implementing, and maintaining cybersecurity governance frameworks and compliance programs.
- Demonstrated ability to conduct compliance assessments, internal audits, and third-party risk evaluations.
- Hands-on experience working with industry regulations and standards such as NCA, ISO 27001, and NIST CSF.
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