Guidehouse · 2 weeks ago
Governance, Risk, and Compliance Analyst
Washington, DC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$98K/yr - $163K/yr
3+ years expGuidehouse is a management consulting firm seeking a cybersecurity governance consultant to support a client cybersecurity governance, risk management, and compliance (GRC) program. The consultant will develop governance documentation and assist with implementation, working closely with client leadership and stakeholders to ensure effective cybersecurity practices.
AdviceConsultingManagement Consulting
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Developing new cybersecurity governance documentation including policies, plans, procedures, processes, forms, and diagrams
Working with client leadership, program managers, and engineering personnel to gather governance requirements
Working with internal and external stakeholders to review and revise draft documentation
Identifying and recommending policy and process improvements to the GRC manager
Updating existing cybersecurity governance documentation to incorporate improvements and maintain currency
Translating technical cybersecurity and network operations information into language to be understood by leadership and non-technical audiences
Communicating cybersecurity governance updates to stakeholders
Assisting with the implementation of new cybersecurity governance processes
Qualification
Required
An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED 'TOP SECRET' Federal or DoD security clearance
Bachelor's degree
THREE (3) or more years of experience working in federal cybersecurity or IT
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, information security, or a related field
Strong understanding of federal cybersecurity requirements and frameworks
Demonstrated experience developing high-level formal governance documentation such as policies or plans
Demonstrated experience developing technical governance documentation such as procedures, workflows, and diagrams
Demonstrated experience working with both technical and management audiences to implement new policies and processes
Demonstrated experience identifying opportunities for governance improvements and championing implementation of new policies or processes
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent attention to detail
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Relevant cybersecurity certification (CISSP, CISM, CGRC, CISA, or similar)
Experience with formal change management processes
Experience working in DOD or Intelligence Community cybersecurity programs
Understanding of cybersecurity risk and governance considerations associated with emerging technologies
Demonstrated ability to quickly grasp new technical concepts and integrate new information into existing plans and frameworks
Benefits
Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend
Company
Guidehouse
Guidehouse offers consulting services for public and commercial markets with expertise in management, technology, and risk consulting.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.75MKey Investors
Mission Daybreak
2023-11-06Acquired
2023-02-16Grant· $0.75M
Leadership Team
Scott McIntyre
Chairman and CEO
Alicia Harkness
Partner
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