jobs-valence - GRC Manager
Requirements
• Experience managing GRC or security compliance programs. • A desire to automate GRC tasks, including with the use of AI. • Strong understanding of security frameworks such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, NIST CSF and ISO 42001. • Experience with risk management methodologies and maintaining risk registers. • Experience coordinating internal and external audits. • Experience working cross-functionally with Engineering, IT, Legal, Privacy and business stakeholders. • Strong organizational and project management skills. • Excellent written and verbal communication. • Comfortable interpreting control requirements and translating them into practical implementation guidance. • Familiarity with cloud security concepts and requirements (AWS/Azure preferred). • Experience with GRC platforms such as Vanta, Drata, Secureframe, OneTrust, Archer or similar is a plus. • Familiarity with privacy regulations and AI governance, including GDPR and the EU AI Act. • WHAT YOU'LL GET • Ownership & Rapid Growth • Outsized missions from day one, with direct responsibility for company-defining projects • Work alongside the executive team with transparency into strategy and decision-making • Influence on direction through real-time customer feedback and market insights • AI-First Operator • Work directly with cutting-edge AI models and next-generation platforms • Build expertise in enterprise AI implementation across Fortune 500 companies and multiple industries • Establish yourself as a recognized leader among peers in shaping how AI transforms work at a global scale
Responsibilities
• Own the day-to-day operation of Valence's GRC program. • Maintain and continuously improve our Information Security and Artificial Intelligence Management System for ISO 27001/42001. • Coordinate SOC 2, ISO 27001, ISO 42001, and other certification efforts. • Manage the security risk register and facilitate enterprise risk assessments. • Coordinate internal and external audits. • Manage security policies, standards, and control documentation. • Track remediation activities and drive control improvements across teams. • Support customer security questionnaires, RFPs, and due diligence activities. • Partner with Engineering to ensure technical controls meet compliance requirements. • Help develop security metrics and executive reporting. • Coordinate annual control testing and evidence collection. • Build scalable governance processes as the company grows. • Valence is committed to protecting the privacy of all applicants. Information you submit will be used for recruiting, evaluation, legal compliance, and recordkeeping purposes only. We do not require access to personal account credentials at any stage of the hiring process. For more information, see our Candidate Privacy Notice https://www.valence.co/other/candidate-privacy-notice.
Benefits
• Competitive salary including base + bonuses • Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision) from day one • Generous PTO, company-wide R&R shutdowns, and paid parental leave • Retirement plan support for US and global employees • A WFH stipend, phone stipend and support to work in a We Work or other space as preferred. • Meaningful ownership in a venture-backed company at a growth inflection point • Financial upside that comes from scaling fast • Top-up grants as we scale and you deliver exceptional performance — your compensation grows alongside your impact • Top-Performing Culture • A culture built for top talent: intensity to win, growth without limits, and a team that solves hard problems and celebrates big wins together • Learn more about us and meet our team here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VGYZ59n_x-c • LOCATION AND WORK ENVIRONMENT • We’re looking for a candidate that can fully support our team in ET time zone (e.g. Toronto, NYC). While we’re open to candidates from other areas, they need to be generally available during Eastern Time working hours. have valid travel documents without work authorization restrictions in the US. • DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION • We are dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and supported. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and offer accommodations upon request throughout the hiring process. If you have any questions, please reach out to Allison Langille, Head of People, at [email protected]. • EMPLOYMENT VERIFICATION & COMMITMENT
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