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Grainger · 10 hours ago

Manager, Information Security - Risk Management

Lake Forest, IL

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$123K/yr - $205K/yr

6+ years exp

Grainger is a leading broad line distributor serving over 4.5 million customers worldwide. The Manager of Security Risk will lead the Information Security Risk team, manage the security risk program, and ensure alignment with regulatory obligations while driving simplicity and effectiveness in the overall Information Security program.

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Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead the Information Security Risk team in alignment with security strategy and regulatory or legal obligations

Manage and execute the security risk program in collaboration with Information Security teams and stakeholders

Management, alignment, mapping, continuous improvement of internal security controls framework and control owner relationships in conjunction with the compliance team

Integration expertise of vendor risk reviews, control exceptions, risk assessments, or security control requirement services

Subject Matter Expert to stakeholders and team in relation to the spirit of controls, associated security framework or regulation, and alignment to information security

Ensuring hiring, training, staff development, performance management and annual performance reviews are aligned and effectively executed to continue to grow skills and capabilities in accordance with Grainger’s strategic needs

Monitor external developments that may impact overall risk profiles, including emerging threats, technological developments, regulatory changes, etc

Manage the intake of third parties through the risk evaluation process to determine risk levels and priorities of vendors and mitigating any residual risks and/or risk acceptances

Report key operational, and program metrics designed to provide transparency of key attributes such as compliance readiness, security framework alignment, program maturity and operations

Qualification

Information Security ManagementRisk ManagementRegulatory ComplianceInformation Security FrameworksPeople ManagementCybersecurity KnowledgeISO/IEC 27001CISSP CertificationCRISC CertificationCISM CertificationCISA CertificationFinancial ManagementTeam DevelopmentLegal KnowledgeCommunication Skills

Required

Experience in managing regulatory, legal, and/or Information Security frameworks and obligations

Comprehensive understanding of the spirit behind controls and their respective frameworks, regulations, or laws

Experience in working with control owners to establish accountability, awareness, rationale, and relevance

One or more years of IT people management experience, preferably in Information Security

Written and verbal communication skills

Ability to communicate information security and risk-related concepts to technical and nontechnical audiences at various hierarchical levels

Knowledge of common information security management frameworks, such as ISO/IEC 27001, ITIL, COBIT as well as those from NIST, including 800-53 and Cybersecurity Framework

Skills in financial/budget management, scheduling and resource management

Preferred

A degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, Risk Management, or Audit Practices is preferred

Professional management certification in a related field such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or other similar credentials preferred

Experience in building, training, and developing a high-performing team

Knowledge of information risk management, cybersecurity and IT compliance technologies

Knowledge of relevant legal and regulatory requirements

Six or more years of relevant work experience in a combination of risk management, information security and technology

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans with coverage starting on day one of employment and 6 free sessions each year with a licensed therapist to support your emotional wellbeing.

18 paid time off (PTO) days annually for full-time employees (accrual prorated based on employment start date) and 6 company holidays per year.

6% company contribution to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan each pay period, no employee contribution required.

Employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, student loan refinancing and free access to financial counseling, education, and tools.

Maternity support programs, nursing benefits, and up to 14 weeks paid leave for birth parents and up to 4 weeks paid leave for non-birth parents.

Company

Grainger

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As a leading business-to-business organization, more than 4.5 million customers worldwide rely on Grainger for products in categories such as safety, material handling and metalworking, along with services like inventory management and technical support.

Founded in 1927

Savannah, Georgia, USA

10001+ employees