Information Security GRC Specialist – Risk Program Lead

Job Description

This is a Hybrid work environment with 3 days in office.

As an Information Security GRC Specialist, you will be critical in leading Western Digital’s information security risk management program.

You will lead development, enhancement, and implementation of enterprise-wide (comprehensive) information security risk management frameworks, policies, and procedures aligned with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational objectives. You will manage and assess information security risks, develop robust risk management strategies, and generate insightful reports and metrics. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, providing expert guidance and analysis to enhance our information security posture and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Implement enterprise-wide risk management frameworks that aligns with industry standards (e.g. ISO27001, NIST, etc).
• Lead technical and business process risk assessment activities to identify, evaluate, and prioritize information security risks across the organization, including threats, vulnerabilities, and potential impacts to information and technology assets.
• Develop and drive implementation of effective risk management strategies to mitigate identified risks, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate across the organization to ensure the integration of risk management practices into organizational processes and projects.
• Generate comprehensive reports and metrics to communicate the status of information security risks to stakeholders and leadership.
• Analyze security data to identify trends, vulnerabilities, and areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors to facilitate security audits and assessments.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging threats, and best practices for information security and risk management.
• Provide expert guidance and support in developing and maintaining information security policies, standards, and procedures.

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or equivalent work experience.
• 8+ years of experience in information security, including risk management, risk assessments, reporting, and metrics analysis, and hands-on with at least one of the following:  security engineering, network security, identity and access management, security operations, and/or software development security.
• 4+ years of experience in technical roles, or similar technical proficiency are highly desirable.
• Proficiency in risk assessment methodologies, tools, and techniques.
• Experience in conducting risk assessments, vulnerability assessments, and compliance audits.
• Strong understanding of information security frameworks, standards, and best practices (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR).
• Experience in generating and interpreting information security metrics and reports.

SKILLS:

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in building and maturing information security risk management practices.

PREFERRED:

• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, GSNA or similar are highly desirable.
• Technical certifications such as GCIH, GPEN, CEH, OSCP or similar are highly desirable.