Selective Insurance · 5 hours ago
Sr. Cyber GRC Specialist (Hybrid)
Short Hills, NJ
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$119K/yr - $163K/yr
5+ years expSelective Insurance is a midsized U.S. domestic property and casualty insurance company with a rich history and recognized as a Great Place to Work. They are seeking a highly experienced Cyber GRC Senior Specialist to lead the development and maturity of their cGRC programs, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations while providing strategic guidance to the organization.
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Responsibilities
Subject matter expert in the development, implementation, and maintenance of cGRC policies, procedures, and frameworks
Conduct multiple advanced comprehensive cGRC risk assessments including third-party assessments which encompass vendor onboarding and the vendor lifecycle to ensure vendors meet security and data protection standards, and to identify, evaluate, and prioritize risks across the organization, providing required and recommended mitigation action items
Conduct operational risk assessments internally to ensure security and data protection standards, and to identify, evaluate, and prioritize risks across the organization, providing required and recommended mitigation action items
Monitor and report on compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies
Collaborate with various departments to ensure adherence to cGRC standards
Manage and oversee internal and external audits, including preparing documentation and responding to audit inquiries
Maintain and update risk registers and compliance documentation
Provide training and guidance to staff on GRC-related topics
Stay current with industry trends and regulatory changes to ensure ongoing compliance
Ability to collaborate with legal, security, business and IT teams to develop and implement strategies to mitigate risks and enhance compliance which uphold the CIA Triad, ensuring data confidentiality, integrity and availability
Provide strategic guidance and support to senior management on cGRC-related matters
Encourage cultural change by recommending sound IT security practices in day-to-day operations
Continuously evaluate and improve the organization's cGRC processes and tools, leveraging industry best practices, automation, and innovative solutions
Manage weekly and quarterly metrics related to IT Security risks, contract reviews, Non-Adherent Vendors, and vendor security incidents
Lead the coordination of weekly and quarterly metrics related to IT Security risks, contract reviews, Non-Adherent Vendors, and vendor security incidents
Lead the quarterly information security awareness training course including the design and implementation
Manage metrics relevant to the operational success of the cGRC program
Qualification
Required
5-7 years of experience in GRC, risk management, or compliance
In-depth understanding of regulatory requirements and industry standards (e.g., NST CSF, NIST AI RMF, ISO 27001, GDPR, SOC1/2, Sarbanes-Oxley)
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Proficiency in GRC tools and software
Demonstrated leadership and project management skills
Knowledge of AI regulations and industry practices including framework and risks (e.g, bias, hallucinations, and data security)
Preferred
Relevant industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, or similar preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive health care plans
Retirement savings plan with company match
Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Program
Tuition assistance and reimbursement programs
20 days of paid time off
Company
Selective Insurance
At Selective, we maintain a commitment to provide unique insurance solutions that help keep the families and businesses of our communities protected.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$400M2025-02-25Post Ipo Debt· $400M
1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
John Marchioni
President and CEO
Patrick S. Brennan
Chief Financial Officer
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